Updated: Nov 13, 2023 by Kris Jarrett

Stylish Daybeds With a Designer Look!

On the hunt for a stylish daybed? I’ll show you all of the best ones I’ve found that have a high-end designer look!

Daybeds are an often-overlooked solution for adding both function and style to small spaces. While years ago, daybeds were almost universally dowdy and dated looking, today there are so many stylish options! Today I’ve gathered together my stylish favorites and am giving you ideas and inspiration for using them in your home too. Let’s get to it… (post includes affiliate links; full disclosure statement available {here})

Why Choose a Daybed?

Daybeds are one of the most versatile furniture pieces and are amazing for making the most out of limited space. They can fit seamlessly into any small space, whether it’s a studio apartment, a small bedroom, or a cozy reading nook. By day, they’re a comfortable place to lounge and relax while at night they make a comfortable spot to sleep. As an added plus, many have built-in drawers, which can provide valuable storage space.

And while daybed styles used to be limited, now there are so many style options that you can save space without compromising on style. Whether you prefer a modern design, a boho vibe, or a more traditional feel, there’s a daybed out there that will blend seamlessly with your style.

Favorite Stylish Daybeds

My first experience with a daybed was when I was created a hangout space for my girls in the landing area at the top of our stairs. I wanted a daybed that they could use for reading, homework, watching TV, and lounging with friends by day and that would also work beautifully as an extra guest bed at night. Here’s a peek at the space that I created:

Blue and white bonus room area with daybed, blue floral quilt, blue and white pillows, white leather Moroccan poufs, Roman shades, and an art gallery wall!

Using a daybed in this space ended up working out beautifully! While the exact daybed that I chose is no longer available, there are plenty of other stylish options out there. These are my current favorite stylish daybeds:

Are you thinking about using a daybed in a kids room? Check out my post on kids room ideas for more decorating tips!

Tips for Decorating with Daybeds

How you style your daybed depends upon how it’s primarily being used. If your daybed is used mainly for casual lounging, then pile on the pillows with a mix of colors, textures, and designs like they did on {this boho daybed}:

So in love with this daybed! Lots of other great daybed options in this post too!!

If you’re using it in a more formal living room, treat it like a sofa, placing a large ottoman next to it as they did in this beautiful space:

Stylish daybed used similarly to a sofa in a living room

Using your daybed as a reading spot? Add a few pillows, a floor lamp, and a side table where you can rest a book and a drink:

Stylish daybed used in a reading nook with a floor lamp and side table

If you’re using your daybed as a combination lounging/sleeping spot, consider placing a wall shelf within reach which is a convenient spot to charge a phone, place a drink, and more:

Daybed used for lounging and an extra bed with wall shelf nearby

Do you need to maximize your sleeping space? Consider a stylish daybed with a pull-out trundle like {this daybed} that comes in tons of fabric options:

While the shelves with framed art looks fabulous, with a daybed like this one that has no backrest, I’d recommend keeping the wall hangings high enough that they won’t interfere with you leaning against the wall.

Hope you all enjoyed today’s post! Thanks as always for stopping by!

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