Soft, feminine colors, wispy netting, and jubilant adornments characterize the romantic princess canopy available for all sizes of bedding. Some beds will have a built in canopy structure that can be utilized, but others will benefit from a canopy hung from the ceiling and draped tastefully over a traditional bed frame.
Princess canopies are traditionally white, pink, or purple as the primary color, and utilize soft mosquito netting for the draping. Free-standing canopies fit any size bed, but for full canopy frames the consumer needs to ensure measurements match their beds requirements. The full canopy will be either entirely made of mosquito netting, or may have a satin valance across the top.
For some consumers the word “Princess” evokes an image consistent with Disney movies and cartoons. However, many other canopies are considered princess by design without featuring trademarked characters. Due to the fact licensing is not required it is possible to obtain a very similar item to one within the Disney line at a lesser price.
To add to the appeal of a princess canopy, highly embellished structure elements can be added to an existing bed frame at the top and sides. For example, if tassels, decorative metal scrolling, or lights are placed above the bars supporting the fabric, it will add additional sparkle to shiny, girly fabrics.
It is also possible to add a canopy to a room without attaching to a bed! For example, Rosenberry Rooms offers a full wall mural sticker that can be affixed in eight pieces. The mural portrays a Disney-style canopy drawn back to hint at a secret room beyond. The main part of the wall is a bright pink, and the entryway is portrayed in purple; this brightens a space and adds a sense of living in a motion picture to the bedroom.
For discriminating pet owners, specialty stores are offering princess themed canopy beds for dogs and cats! The pet bed features a metal frame with full canopy attachment, and will typically use the size canopy needed for infant or toddler beds. The pet bed may distinguish itself as being princess style with tassels, hanging beading, or a velvet pink or purple bedding area. As these items are more novelty than necessity, prices can be higher than traditional pet beds and start at $60 for smaller models.
Although typically reserved for younger women, some wedding destination hotels are incorporating Princess Style canopies in honeymoon suites. For tropical locations in addition to adding romance and mystery to the room, the mosquito netting can be helpful in warding off unwanted insect guests!
The princess canopy is often only the finishing piece to an overall princess theme. Most commonly princess rooms will be decorated in pink and purple, with a few light blue and green accents. Some complimentary items include tiara play sets, crown shaped throw pillows, white dresser or wardrobe, and brightly colored rugs. It is also recommended to have the “magic mirror” every princess needs, as well as a wonderland forest of stuffed or plastic woodland creatures. Matching curtains and appropriate paint scheme will help to tie the room together and transform a simple bedroom into a magical land where all girls get to be princess!