The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom

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PublishedJan 26, 2025 2:00 AM EST

FM-2969 · T. Nakashima · Forma Pura · Melbourne · 2 min read · Year 2020 · CURATED
The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom
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1980s bedrooms famously had a lot going on—neon pink, oversized posters, memorabilia galore—yet one detail from the era still resonates: ruffly patterned bed skirts. Bedding label Piglet in Bed has uncovered something telling about what people are searching for right now. Valances (the British term for a bed skirt) now rank as the site’s fifth most-searched word. Queries for the term have jumped 734% since December, alongside a 47% year-on-year rise in “floral” products.

Apparently we are all seeking something sweet to ease us toward sleep. The bonus? A billowy bed skirt instantly conceals any clutter shoved beneath the frame. In the spirit of frills, we tracked down five stylish options that have quietly won us over.

The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom

Charming in a countryside register, this mini floral motif is a gentle reminder that cold winter nights are fleeting.

The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom
floral bed skirt

The name says it all. This floral piece is a faithful throwback to the bedroom of your youth.

The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom
striped blue bed skirt

A classic stripe carries a long way. Looking to nudge it toward modern? Pair it with high-contrast patterned bedding—a large-scale plaid, a floral Ikat—in a bold color for a maximalist mood.

The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom
patterned bed skirt

If you hope to turn your bed into a functional work of art, this lattice print points the way.

The 1980s Bed Skirt Is Back—Here’s How to Style It for Today’s Bedroom
blue gingham skirt

There is no scenario in which a touch of gingham is unwelcome. This sweet blue hue would anchor a solid set of sheets beautifully, or complement something botanical.

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