Spice Up Your Love Life Week:
Lesson 5, Make That Room SPICY!

Romantic Bedroom

Ikea showed us how to transform any bedroom in a love nest. There are 5 tips for creating a romantic bedroom that appeals to all five senses:

Sight: Lighting is a key element in creative a soft, sensuous space. Look beyond the basics of task lighting and use soft, diffused lighting in other areas of the bedroom. Consider adding a dimmer to existing lamps. Don’t forget, everyone looks better in candlelight - and they definitely set the mood! Remember to keep wicks trimmed and away from any bedroom textiles.

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Smell: Add fresh flowers, scented candles or potpourri to the bedroom. Rose, jasmine and vanilla-based fragrances are particularly good choices for setting a romantic mood. Try red SMYCKA flowers ($8.97 for 3), TINDRA vanilla scented candles ($1.49) or DOFTA potpourri ($1.99). Sound: Shut out distracting sounds from either outside or from other areas of the home. Insulated curtains can help keep noises from the street out of your sanctuary, as can a white noise machine. Use a bedside sound system to play your favorite mood-inducing music.

Touch: Nothing feels as lush as soft bed linens. Look for combed or sateen cottons to provide an exceptional silky feel. For a touch of luxury, toss some extra LOTTEN MORK pillows ($12.99) on the bed and place a plush HÄLLSKAR Heart Rug ($12.99) beside your bed.

Taste: Don’t underestimate the power of food, it can be extremely sensual! Enjoy a romantic Valentine’s Day with a leisurely breakfast in bed. The KLACK bedside tray ($6.99) is perfect to pack on all the necessities, like fresh fruit with whipped cream, MARABOU chocolates ($2.29) for your sweetie, and sparkling champagne, served in SKIR champagne flutes ($8.99).

Stop by your nearest Ikea for more info, or visit them on the web at www.ikea.com