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36 Things To Turn Your Bedroom Into Your Own Cozy Sanctuary

May 26, 2023

We hope you love our recommendations! Some may have been sent as samples, but all were independently selected by our editors. Just FYI, BuzzFeed collects a share of sales and/or other compensation from the links on this page.

Just in case you needed more of an excuse to stay in your bed all day.

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Promising review: "I have been begging everyone to buy me a papasan chair. I got a bonus, and treated myself and have been waiting at the mailbox ever since! Love love love this chair, so cozy, so aesthetically pleasing, and it’s all I ever dreamed of!! I want to buy one for every room in the house, but I’m not too sure the hubs will let me! Highly recommend!!" —Gabby Large

Get it from Amazon for $156.99+ (available in seven colors).

Promising review: "My child has been asking for a cloudscape on her wall/celling for some time now and after I saw this product in the reviews I took a risk and bought two of them. I was shocked at how many accessories for hanging these up and securing the cords to the ceiling and wall came with the product. And the options for different type of hanging and adhesion were plentiful. I was able to hang the clouds up in probably a total of 10 minutes. After fluffing the clouds a bit and letting my daughter pick the exact right spot we were so happy with the result! The brightness, color options, pattern options, etc were endless. My daughter enjoys having the app on her phone because it makes it fun to create the mood she is looking for, depending one the occasion (she also likes to mess with me by making them blink or change when she’s not in the room and I am in there picking up laundry or what have you). She also enjoys having the timer feature so that she can go to sleep with it on. Overall, I’m very impressed and highly recommend this product!" —JHay

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in multiple quantities).

Promising review: "Picture this: you're walking down a creepy forest where everything and everyone, mainly all the wildlife, is making their normal loud noises. The environment is not inviting to take a nap there, but then angels appear and say, 'we will sing for you now.' They proceed to sing, and their song is in synchronized humming and the next thing you know you're out!! Freakin' angels! What have you done to me?! I fall asleep like a baby!" —David Hernandez

Get one from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four colors and as a multi-pack).

Promising reviews: “I love these and my cats do too! When I gently spin one hung in front of a window (with the right lighting) my cats chase the rainbows around the room.” —Nancy O.

"This is one of those small things that just sparks joy whenever there's a sunny day. They are surprisingly heavy and sturdy. They're also packaged beautifully making them extremely giftable. I kept one and gave one to my mom who put it in her car. We're both very satisfied with the purchase and she must have mentioned how expensive they feel half a dozen times. One of those rare instances that a product that seems like a steal actually exceeds expectations." —Marissa C.

Get the two-pack from Amazon for $6.65.

Promising review: "I had contemplated buying one of the expensive lovesacs but decided to roll the dice and try a less expensive option. Found this product, read the reviews, purchased and hoped for the best. OMG! It’s HUGE (bigger than I imagined in my head) and SO comfortable and supportive. You don’t sink down to the floor like in a traditional beanbag, as this doesn’t have “beans” inside. Set up was so easy. Going to order another one for my adult son who just got his first apartment. What a great product and a BIG money saver." —Brittany W.

Get it from Amazon for $239.99+ (available in 17 colors).

OK I know, these are expensive, but let me tell you, the hype is real. I got one off my wedding registry and thought it was going to be *my* new favorite blanket. Little did I know my husband would soon discover it and claim it as his own. Because we couldn't decide who was more worthy of this amazingly soft and cuddly blanket, we GOT ANOTHER. Yes, that is how great they are, we had to get two so we wouldn't have to fight over it. This one is definitely worth the splurge. But if you're not into the price tag, check out this comparable blanket (only $29.99) reviewers have been loving.

Promising review: "Wow!! This is just like the Barefoot Dreams robes and it is luscious! I live in the Midwest and my house is always cold. I use a blanket daily and I needed a new one. I tried a couple of other super store brands and all were inferior to what I was used to. I’ve seen the Barefoot Dreams throw for years but who spends $180 on a throw!?!? Well, I guess: me. I was desperate and so so happy with my purchase. No smell, great size (a little bigger than most throws) and so soft. I hope they never change this style!!" —M. Swatek

Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in four colors).

This blanket is very large — 50"x65" to be exact.

Shep's Wool is a North Carolina-based small biz that specializes in spinning, felting, and other wool crafts.

Promising review: "Stunning! Pictures don’t do it justice. It is SOOOO soft and HEAVY. I bought the ivory, and it is a creamy white with NO yellow to it at all. The price was the best I have found for this size. Don’t go for the acrylic knock-offs. This wool is the real deal and the only choice in my opinion. LOVE IT!" —Karen Herdman

Get it from Shep's Wool on Etsy for $182.

Promising review: "This was very easy to assemble, it comes with everything you need. Although it is light it can handle some heavy blankets with no problem. You can also fit four towels easily or in my case I use it for blankets and it just makes things look more organized. Very happy with purchase." —SOPHI

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (also available in a two-pack).

This light has four brightness levels, three color temperature options, and a convenient countdown timer that is programmable up to one hour, in five minute increments.

Promising review: "I absolutely love this version. It's easy to stash away (about the size of a tablet), travel with if needed and prop up on my table in the morning. I like having the warm light in the morning -- and the brighter / more daylight light option on a particularly cloudy day. I start to use this at the end of September roughly until the time change in the spring. I've recommended to friends." —Kat Egan

Get it from Amazon for $69.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to save $7; available in three finishes).

Their mattresses are infused with graphite and cooling gel to help you stay cool alllll night long. P.S. — it's delivered in a box that's easy to set up and you have 100 days to make sure it's a good fit.

Get it from Amazon for $551.37+ (available in sizes twin–California king).

For more options, check out our roundup of the best mattresses you can buy online.

The candles are an all-natural blend of soy, coconut, and apricot wax and custom natural fragrance oils. The jar is a recyclable premium glass jar with a 100% cotton wick. Each candle burns for about 60–80 hours.

Birthdate Candles is a small business that sells candles based on specific days of the year *and* also zodiac ones, each one having its own unique scent!

Promising review: "I got this and the book for my bestie for her birthday and it came together in the cutest packaging! The candle smells so good and looks so pretty I can't wait for her to receive it!" —Natalie M.

Get it from Birthdate Candles for $49.99 (originally $59.99; check out the rest of the dates here).

P.S. — AA batteries are required but not included, so grab some here.

Promising review: "These are the prefect battery-operated candles. I am so pleasantly surprised with the quality of them. They look like real candles yet they won’t start a fire. The remote works well and I love all of the options. You can adjust the brightness and turn off the flicker if you so desire as well as set a timer which I haven’t done. I ended up buying a second set because I like them so much." —Mikaela

Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.99 (clip the coupon on the product page to get 30% off this price).

Promising review: "I have a pillow-top and pillow-bottom queen-sized bed that is a little too small for king sheets and with queen sheets I have battled to keep the sheets from popping off. I have tried everything! I was about to try to customize some king sheets because it was so frustrating. Then I saw this product advertised on Facebook in one of those posts about the amazing products that people love. So I figured it was worth a try. It works. I was shocked. My sheets have not popped off once. I ordered this in February and it is May now — and they have not popped off once! They used to pop off EVERY...SINGLE...NIGHT. To say this is life changing is not an exaggeration. Such a relief to be able to sleep through the night without ending up in rumpled sheets." —TinkerbellAPixie

Get a set of four from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two lengths, three colors, and four pack sizes).

Promising review: "I bought one to begin with just to see how they would work; I ended up buying a dozen. These lights are versatile, can use them to highlight any space or craft project. The battery pack is small so easy to 'hide.' I highly recommend and the price is a bargain compared to what I found at Michael's or any other site." —D Hernandez

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two lengths, multi-packs, and nine colors).

These lights have eight modes — combination, in waves, sequential, slogs, chasing/flash, slow fade, twinkle/flash, and steady on. The remote control will save your last mode.

Promising review: "These butterfly lights were a requested Christmas present. My 10-year-old daughter loves them! These lights have been in use on and off since Christmas and they work perfect. She has requested another set. Will buy more." —Jamie

Get it from Amazon for $21.59+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "This is a really high quality bed with a lot of weight. It looks so expensive and so luxurious. I live in a studio in New York so I knew I wanted to get a pretty bed that would like nice in the open, and the beige color felt good for a small space. The beige suede is absolutely beautiful and so soft. The wooden feet on the bed are also gorgeous. So happy I went with this bed as I was contemplating a couple. The headboard is not that tall which I like, but if you’re looking for a grand headboard this might not be for you." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $169.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to get $30 off this price; available in sizes twin–king and four colors).

Promising review: "Bought this for my 6-year-old's room makeover. She loves it and curls up in it most days. She piles in the pillows and blankets to make the ropes cozy. I had my dad, who built houses for a living, install it for me to make sure it was secure but I think as long as you use a stud finder and have a good screw driver, anyone can do this." —KrisSquared

Get it from Amazon for $64.99.

Promising reviews: "I'm not even pregnant but I was experiencing a lot of issues with sleeping and a friend recommended that I get a 'pregnancy pillow.' I did and you're talking about the BEST sleep... OOH MY GOODNESS!!! I love my pillow and once again enjoy sleeping. Even my cat Cookie love this pillow. I've recommended this pillow to my family, friends and whosoever on Facebook so if you see a spike in orders... you know why!!! 🛌🏾💤" —Karen V. Sherman

"I love this, sooo comfortable. Perfect sides, support. The top of this is even the perfect head support/ pillow to sleep on, I don’t use my other pillows anymore. Washing the cover was not the easiest to wash and reinstall. I didn’t put it in the dryer so it didn’t shrink and the color stayed the same after. I would recommend!" —Whishn

Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in seven colors/patterns).

Promising review: "So cute! (High pitched squeal!) Totes adorbs! Perfect nightlight, so cute you can't help but smile even in the middle of the night. It puts out more light than I expected. So easy to turn on and off. Loved it so much I gave it to a friend and now need to order one for myself and one for a friend!" —CJ

Get it from Amazon for $10.89+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "No more sleepless nights. I was starting to suffer from insomnia because I have a slightly old box spring mattress. I started waking up with extreme neck and back pain. Since I’m on a tight budget I couldn’t just go buy a new bed. So I found this and thought I’d give it a try. So far it’s been three days and I have not woken up in the middle of the night and it feels amazing." —Yarixa

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 2- or 3-inch depth, nine standard bed sizes, and with or without a cover).

Promising review: "I tell you what, I didn’t expect to get such a great carpet for the price I paid. This not only met my expectations but exceeded them. It’s soooooooo soft. I find myself on the floor lying on this rug more than on my sofa, lol. My friend came over to watch some shows, and we ended up on the floor the whole time because this carpet was just that soft. It’s easy to clean too. Because of its plushness, I was afraid that the vacuum would get stuck or suck it up as they do, but switching the vacuum to area/high carpet mode works just fine. I have a husky, who, as anyone who knows huskies know, they are very hairy and shed A LOT, but, one, I don’t see her hair in the carpet, and two, it’s just so easy to clean. Anyway, I highly recommend if you want something that’s a great deal for your money." —Christine

Get it from Amazon for $14.39+ (available in nine sizes and seven colors).

Promising review: "If my house caught on fire, this is the first thing I’d grab. But seriously, this is one of my favorite things in my whole house. I feel like it tied my entire room together. I get so many compliments on it and it seriously so cozy and well made. My only complaint would be how hard it makes it to get out of bed in the mornings. It’s incredibly soft and isn’t the type of 'fur' that will mat and get gross-looking over time. I rely heavily on reviews when I buy things so I’m here to tell you — if you’re on the fence about buying this ... do it!! Also, the pillowcases are amazing. Super soft and the pom-pom fringe is adorable." —Sk

Get it from Amazon for $51.99+ (available in sizes twin–king and 34 colors).

Promising review: "I was pretty nervous ordering this because there weren't a ton of reviews on the gold moon phase. When this arrived I thought I would have to assemble it but it was already put together and nicely packaged so the chains didn't tangle! The quality is so much better than I expected and you can see in my pictures the moons are pretty thick/heavy. They gave me gold matching screws to hang it but I just used a thumbtack instead. Love this!" —Holly Grote

Get it from Amazon for $13.98+ (available in two sizes and three colors).

This can be programmed with seven different light settings, seven different calming "wake up" noises, and to start gradually lighting up at 30, 20, or 10 minutes before you wake.

Promising reviews: "I got this recommendation from TikTok and it really has helped especially with Oregon winters where the sun is not out by the time the alarm rings. It has several peaceful alarm settings and even has night music to put you to sleep. The sunrise with the alarm piano is what I play to wake me up every morning and it is a way better way than to wake up to an annoying phone alarm." —Amazon Customer

"I LOVE this light/alarm! I use the light during the day to set cozy vibes in my room and the alarm is WONDERFUL for those with anxiety, PTSD, depression. My therapist recommended the name brand option to me and I couldn’t see myself spending $100 for an alarm clock. This is a GREAT option to the higher end brands, without feeling like I’m compromising anything for a reduced price! 11/10 would buy again and recommend!" —Taylor Alvesteffer

Get it from Amazon for $31.89+ (available in three finishes).

BuzzFeed shopping writer Taylor Steele has one and says, "I have a Victrola record player that I absolutely adore. Now I'm no vinyl connoisseur, but I love how this fills my room with lush sound. And whatever I don't have on vinyl, I can just play from Spotify through its Bluetooth capability. I'm listening to Lucy Dacus as I type and it's giving me life."

Promising review: “Love this record player! It's much better than I expected for the low price. And I love that it is so colorful because it matches my very colorful decor.” —Kasmadrigal

Get it from Amazon for $49.98+ (available in 37 colors/patterns).

BuzzFeed editor Chelsea Stuart says, "I have these in white and I just adore them. They let in SO much light (but still offer privacy) and I love that they have visible texture. I was originally searching for real linen curtains but didn't want to shell out the $$$. When I found these, I wasn't really expecting much but thought I'd give them a shot and wow — the quality is pretty incredible given the price. They're also rather lightweight."

Promising review: "These are beautiful curtains. Sheer enough to let the light in, but full enough so you can’t see in the house — even at night. They do have a bit of a hash texture I wasn’t expecting, but I think it’s nice." —MRC

Get a set from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in seven sizes and 11 colors).

BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has nothing but good things to say about this lamp, "UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top-selling products pages for so long that I was like, 'Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!' And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery. You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite 'the internet made me do it' purchases."

Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to get 15% off this price; available in five sizes).

BuzzFeed editor Jenae Sitzes has this blanket: "I've used this blanket since 2018 and it's still going strong. I have a memory foam mattress topper on my bed that goes rock hard when the air gets cold, and I used to lay there shivering for like an hour before my body heat would eventually warm me enough to sleep. Now, I just turn this blanket on the highest setting about 10 minutes or so before bed, and it warms the entire area up beautifully so that I can fall asleep right away. The thing to know about this blanket is that while it's soft, the wires that run through it are definitely noticeable, so I usually put it above the top sheet so it's not directly on my skin. For that reason, it's a great bed blanket, but I personally wouldn't curl up with it on the couch. It has a single controller for adjusting the heat on a scale of low to 10 — I usually start at 10 and turn it down to seven or six as the night goes on, as it does get quite hot. It also shuts off automatically after 10 hours as a safety setting, and I've never once had an issue with it getting *too* hot or causing any damage. In my experience, it's been a reliable blanket that made me stop dreading getting into bed during those frigid winter months."

Get it from Amazon for $39.95+ (available in sizes twin–king and five colors).

Poppy & Pour is a California-based Etsy shop established in 2020 that specializes in custom flower coasters, keychains, and more.

Promising review: "I got the surprise option with and without the gold rim, and I’m so happy that I got an even balance of white and multicolored coasters. These are so beautiful and can’t wait to use them!" —Jenny H.

Get one from Poppy & Pour on Etsy for $14+ (also available in two- and four-packs and with or without gold trim).

Check out a TikTok of the sunset lamp in action.

Promising review: "This lamp really exceeded my expectations. I bought it on a whim and honestly wasn't expecting that much, but I'm really happy with it. Feels like it's made of durable, quality material and emits a strong light, but it's not too bright — I use it in the evenings when I'm trying to wind down before bed and it's bright enough to light up my room without feeling like it's going to mess up my sleep cycle. Highly recommend — really does feel like you're watching a lovely sunset :)" —amazon customer

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three styles).

The diffuser can also be used as a color-changing nightlight, plus it has programmable on/off cycles and auto shutoff once the water runs out.

Promising review: "This diffuser is very quiet and it diffuses very well. If you add essential oils to it, it also diffuses the scent very well. Not only is it easy to use, but it’s also cool/fun that you can put it on a light mode. You can set the light to one color in particular, or you can leave it on the setting that rotates through the colors. You should definitely buy this if you don’t want to spend a fortune on a diffuser." —Lexi

Get the diffuser from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three finishes).

The six scents included are: orange, tea tree, peppermint, lavender, lemongrass, and eucalyptus.

Promising review: "I bought the six pack essential oils gift set and they are wonderful. I use them in my humidifier and they really do help me. I use a combo of three of the oils to help with keeping my lungs clear and it really does help me tremendously. In addition, I put the lavender in at night to help me with my sleep and it has surely made a difference. Furthermore, I have to say that I totally love the way the sweet orange smells. Without a doubt it is one of my favorites. I will certainly buy it again and it also makes a great gift. The box that the oils came in was utterly beautiful and it is very sturdy, it had foam all on the inside of the box to cushion the bottles. I just can't say enough about these oils. You won't be sorry if you buy it." —Jo Ann R.

Get the set from Amazon for $7.91.

Promising review: "I absolutely love these stars. My apartment was recently destroyed by a tornado and when I was allowed to go back inside and collect what was left of my belongings, these stickers were still on the walls. I ordered a new pack for the new house I moved into and love how they transform my walls and ceiling into my own personal galaxy. I even tried to make my own constellations to name over time! These are a must have for anyone who loves space as much as I do. Very bright at night with a quick charge time." —Amazon Customer

Get a set of 252 stars from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two colors).

These string lights are also perfect for your living room and outdoor spaces, including patios and porches.

Promising review: "This is exactly what I wanted for my living room window to add a warm, cozy ambiance. They have way more settings and speeds that I even expected, so that was a nice bonus! I usually keep them on a slow fade, but I'm planning to speed it up for Christmas. These lights create a soft glow and a very relaxing environment, but you can change the mood by using different speeds. Money well spent!" —LeslieE

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in seven colors and two lengths).

Promising review: "I LOVE these cushions! The fabrics feel really nice and the cushions are springy and soft! We use these on the floor during tummy time with my lil one and they work great. I hate laying on the hard wood floor so these are perfect. We set three out together and lay there with baby. I'm obsessed with all the colors and still want the dark blue to complete my set!" —ShayMaySza

Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in eight colors).

Hang some vines and/or fairy lights to really add to that cozy feeling! It can also help serve as a room divider.

Promising review: "LOVE LOVE LOVE. Was looking for an easy way to update my bedroom and make it feel more cozy without having to do a whole DIY/Pinterest-y project and damage my walls. Instead of using the hooks they provided, I just used clear thumbtacks to hang it. It is very lightweight and changes your room's vibe instantaneously. It was easy to install and was exactly what I expected. I love it and recommend it!" —Christian Sorrentino

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three colors and with or without string lights attached).

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