If you haven't already noticed, that sexy messy bed look has been gaining as much traction as beach hair and #nofilter natural beauty. Who doesn't love chic styling that seems relaxed and effortless? Here's how to make your bed for that Insta-worthy shot. 

1. First, the bedding: soft, crumpled linen is the name of the game. Durable and breathable, linen bed sheets get softer with each wash, and its relaxed fibres ooze casual sexiness. You could even extend the linen look with an upholstered linen bedhead. 


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2. Consider going up in size for your top sheet. Since you'll be letting it all hang out, you'll want some excess material to drape on the floor and create that billowy look. 


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3. Stick to a light neutral colour palette for your bedding for that cloud-like feel. Try shades of white, grey, cream or stone. 


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4. If you're craving more colour, consider softly tinted pastels or moody indigos for sultry drama. 


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5. Mix textures to create dimension so your bed doesn't look sad and flat. Think waffle throw rugs and blankets and soft, textured cushions, which will also make the wrinkled look appear even more deliberate. 


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6. Create volume, movement and plushness with a feather and down quilt and duvet and feather pillows. 


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7. Avoid symmetry. Work with an odd number of pillows, arrange them at varying angles, and pull the duvet down on an angle. 


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8. The messy bed is all about simplicity, so keep detailed decor to a minimum, and avoid busy prints and embellished cushions.   


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​9. Remember, it's all in the attitude. Keep it loose and carefree, and if all else fails, you can always have a roll in it!