My sister called me last week completely STUCK on how to redo her bedroom.
She was torn between blush pink (her forever fave) and sage green (the color she’s been crushing on lately).
I was like, “Girl, why choose? These colors are MADE for each other!”
As someone who’s designed about a million bedrooms (okay, more like seven, but who’s counting?), I’ve seen firsthand how this color combo can turn a blah space into the dreamiest retreat EVER.
Sage green, this soft muted green with gray undertones, pairs SO perfectly with blush pink, a pale pinkish tone that’s basically the color equivalent of a warm hug.
Together? MAGIC. They give off this calm, sweet vibe that makes your bedroom feel like a little slice of heaven.
So for my sister (and now for YOU), I pulled together 15 ideas that’ll transform your bedroom using this gorgeous color palette.
Trust me, by the end of this list, you’ll be running to the paint store ASAP!
1. Sage Green Accent Wall with Blush Bedding
A sage green accent wall behind your bed gives the perfect backdrop for blush pink bedding.
My college roommate painted one wall in our apartment this gorgeous sage green shade, which made our tiny room feel SO much bigger.
The color, a soft muted green with gray undertones, brought this amazing sense of nature inside our space.
She paired it with the cutest blush pink comforter that just POPPED against the green.
Every morning, I’d wake up feeling like I was in some fancy hotel instead of our budget apartment!
For your own space, go for a matte sage green paint that absorbs light rather than reflects it.
This little trick makes the color feel even more calming.
Add layers of blush pink bedding in different textures – think linen sheets, a fluffy comforter, and maybe some velvet throw pillows.
The contrast between the cool sage and warm blush tones brings this perfect balance that’s both feminine and totally grown-up.
Top it off with some simple white accents to keep everything feeling fresh and clean!
2. Blush Pink Curtains Against Sage Walls
Hang flowing blush pink curtains against sage green walls for a dreamy combination that filters light beautifully.
My aunt has this setup in her guest room, which I stayed in last summer.
The morning sun coming through those blush curtains gave the WHOLE ROOM this magical pink glow that made waking up feel like something from a movie.
For this look, choose semi-sheer blush curtains that allow light to filter through.
The way they catch the morning sunshine will cast this gorgeous rosy glow across your sage walls.
Make sure your curtains are long enough to puddle slightly on the floor for that ultra-romantic vibe.
Sage walls, which have those natural, earthy undertones, help ground all that soft pink so the room doesn’t feel too sweet or childish.
Add in some gold curtain rods for a touch of glam that ties everything together.
This combo works in literally ANY size bedroom – my aunt’s guest room is TINY and it still looks like a million bucks!
3. Two-Tone Painted Walls
Split your walls horizontally with sage green on bottom and blush pink on top for a modern twist.
I saw this technique at my friend’s apartment and COULD NOT believe how it transformed her boring rental bedroom!
She didn’t even ask her landlord – just used temporary paint and some precise painter’s tape.
For this look, measure about 3/4 up your wall for the dividing line.
Paint the lower portion sage green and the upper portion (including the ceiling!) in blush pink.
The sage grounds the space while the blush overhead gives a surprisingly cozy feel.
Since both colors are soft and muted, they work together without fighting for attention.
Add a thin gold trim or molding at the division point if you want to take it up a notch!
This technique works wonders for rooms with low ceilings, as the two-tone effect draws the eye up.
My friend paired this with simple white furniture which let the wall colors be the star of the show.
What’s extra awesome? When she moved out, she just painted over it all – but honestly, her landlord probably would’ve paid HER to keep it because it looked THAT good!
4. Sage Green Headboard Against Blush Walls
A plush, tufted sage green headboard makes a stunning statement against soft blush walls.
My cousin was redecorating her first “grown-up” apartment and sent me approximately 500 headboard options before landing on this sage green velvet one.
The moment she installed it against her blush walls, she sent me a pic with about twenty exclamation points.
For this idea, look for a sage headboard with some texture – tufting, channel stitching, or a cool shape all add interest.
If budget is tight, a DIY headboard with sage fabric is totally doable (my cousin’s was actually a Facebook Marketplace find she reupholstered!).
Paint your walls in the softest blush you can find – almost like a neutral with just a hint of pink.
This combination feels sophisticated and soothing at the same time.
Add crisp white bedding to make both colors really stand out.
Then toss in some throw pillows that incorporate both sage and blush to tie everything together.
What I love most about this combo is how it grows with you – it’s sweet without being juvenile and can easily shift more mature with changing accessories.
5. Botanical Prints in Blush and Sage
Frame botanical prints featuring sage green leaves and blush pink flowers for wall art that enhances your color scheme.
During quarantine, my mom and I went on this massive botanical print kick.
We printed tons of free ones we found online, popped them in simple frames, and suddenly our homes felt like they’d been professionally decorated!
For your bedroom, look for botanical prints that naturally feature your color palette – ferns, eucalyptus, and other greenery paired with soft pink roses or peonies.
Arrange them in a gallery wall over your bed or dresser for maximum impact.
If you’re feeling creative, you can even paint your own! (Trust me, if I can do it, ANYONE can).
Simple line drawings of leaves or flowers look STUNNING when done in sage green ink on blush paper or vice versa.
Frame them in thin gold or white frames to keep the look light and airy.
This is such an affordable way to bring your color scheme up onto your walls without committing to paint.
Plus, you can easily switch them out whenever you feel like refreshing your space!
6. Sage Green Dresser with Blush Accents
Refinish an old dresser in sage green chalk paint and style it with blush pink accessories for a perfect color balance.
Last year, my neighbor was literally about to TRASH this old wooden dresser when I practically tackled her in the hallway to save it.
A couple coats of sage green chalk paint later, and it became the cutest piece in her daughter’s room!
If you spot a second-hand dresser with good bones, sage green paint can completely transform it.
Chalk paint is super forgiving for beginners and gives that perfect matte finish.
Swap out ordinary knobs for crystal or brass ones to add a touch of elegance.
On top, style your dresser with blush accessories – a jewelry dish, a small vase with flowers, maybe a pretty perfume bottle.
Add a round or oval mirror above it with a thin gold frame to catch light and make your room feel bigger.
What’s awesome about this idea is that it adds color without overwhelming your space.
If you ever redecorate, a painted dresser is much easier to work around than, say, painted walls!
My neighbor added little gold star decals to her daughter’s dresser, but for a more grown-up look, you could do gold leaf on the dresser legs or edges.
7. Cozy Reading Nook with Mixed Pillows
Transform a corner of your bedroom into a reading nook with a comfy chair loaded with sage and blush pillows.
When my best friend moved into her new place, she had this awkward empty corner in her bedroom that was driving her NUTS.
We turned it into the cutest reading nook with just a secondhand armchair and some pillows in our favorite color combo!
Start with a neutral chair – cream, white, or light gray works perfectly as a base.
Then add pillows in various shades and patterns of sage and blush.
Mix in different textures too – velvet, linen, knit – for that designer look.
Place a small side table next to it for your coffee or tea, and hang a simple reading light above.
If you have space, a tiny ottoman or pouf in either sage or blush completes the look.
This little corner becomes the perfect spot to unwind before bed with a good book!
My friend says it’s now her favorite part of her entire apartment – she even falls asleep there sometimes because it’s SO cozy.
The best part? You can create this vibe even in the tiniest bedroom – just scale the chair to fit your space!
8. Sage and Blush Geometric Wallpaper
Make a bold statement with geometric wallpaper that incorporates both sage green and blush pink.
My sister-in-law, who’s normally SO indecisive, saw a sage and blush geometric wallpaper on my Pinterest and immediately ordered it for her bedroom.
When she sent me the “after” pics, I literally GASPED out loud!
For this look, you can go all-out and wallpaper the entire room, or just do an accent wall behind your bed.
If you’re renting, no worries! There are tons of peel-and-stick options that give you the same look without the commitment.
Look for patterns that incorporate both colors – maybe a blush background with sage shapes, or vice versa.
Geometric patterns work especially well because they add a modern edge to these soft, romantic colors.
Keep the rest of your room fairly simple to let the wallpaper be the star.
Solid-colored bedding and minimal artwork will balance out the patterned walls.
My sister-in-law paired her wallpaper with simple white furniture and the contrast was PERFECTION.
She still texts me at least once a month to thank me for “changing her life” with that wallpaper suggestion (a bit dramatic, but I’ll take it!).
9. Macramé Wall Hanging in Sage and Blush
Add texture with a macramé wall hanging dyed in sage green and blush pink tones.
During one particularly BORING weekend last winter, I taught myself macramé from YouTube videos.
My first project was this wall hanging that I dyed with tea (for blush) and avocado pits (for sage) – sounds weird but worked AMAZINGLY!
If you’re crafty, you can totally DIY this using natural cotton rope and fabric dyes in your chosen colors.
There are tons of beginner-friendly tutorials online that walk you through basic knots.
If DIY isn’t your thing, Etsy has gorgeous handmade options in custom colors.
Hang your macramé piece above your bed or on any blank wall that needs some interest.
The texture it adds brings dimension to your color scheme in a way that flat artwork just can’t.
Plus, the slight boho vibe works perfectly with these nature-inspired colors!
My little macramé project actually turned out so cute that three friends have asked me to make them one.
Who knew those boring pandemic weekends would give me a new skill AND the perfect bedroom decor?
10. Layered Blush and Sage Bedding
Create depth by layering different shades and textures of blush and sage bedding.
When my mom came to visit last fall, she took one look at my boring all-white bedding and IMMEDIATELY dragged me to the home goods store.
“Layers, honey!” she insisted as she tossed sage and blush items into our cart.
For this look, start with basic white sheets as your foundation.
Add a sage green quilt or comforter, then layer on a lighter blush blanket folded at the foot of the bed.
Mix and match pillowcases in both colors, and add decorative pillows with different textures – maybe a chunky knit sage pillow and a silky blush one.
Don’t be afraid to play with patterns too – a subtle sage stripe can mix with a small blush floral.
The key is keeping everything in the same color family while varying the textures and shades.
This approach gives you the flexibility to adjust your look seasonally – add more layers in winter for coziness, remove some in summer for a lighter feel.
Ever since my mom’s bedding intervention, I’ve become obsessed with switching up my layers.
It’s the easiest way to refresh your bedroom without repainting or buying new furniture!
11. Rattan or Cane Furniture with Sage and Blush Textiles
Incorporate natural rattan or cane furniture paired with sage green and blush pink fabrics.
Last summer, I scored this amazing rattan headboard at a yard sale for TWENTY DOLLARS!
The lady selling it thought it was outdated, but I knew it would be PERFECT with some sage and blush accents.
Natural materials like rattan, cane, and light woods pair BEAUTIFULLY with sage and blush.
The warm, natural tones of the wood complement both colors and add an organic element to the space.
Look for pieces like a rattan headboard, a cane chair, or even small accent tables.
Then soften them with textiles in your color palette – a sage green throw over the chair, blush pillows on the bed.
If full furniture pieces aren’t in your budget, try smaller accents like a rattan mirror or cane lampshade.
This combination brings in that popular “modern bohemian” vibe without going full hippie.
When I added sage linen sheets and a blush throw to my bedroom with that yard sale headboard, my roommate said it looked “straight out of a magazine” (which is basically the BEST compliment ever).
The contrast between the structured rattan and soft textiles creates this perfect balance that feels both designed and relaxed at the same time.
12. Ombré Painted Feature Wall
Create a stunning ombré effect wall that transitions from blush pink at the top to sage green at the bottom.
My brother (who’s about as far from artistic as you can get) surprised EVERYONE when he painted this amazing ombré wall in his new house.
If he can do it, I promise YOU can too!
For this look, you’ll need your sage and blush paints, plus an intermediate shade that helps with the transition.
Start by dividing your wall into three horizontal sections.
Paint the top section blush, the bottom section sage, and the middle with your transition color.
While the paint is still wet, use a large dry brush to blend the sections together, working in horizontal strokes across the dividing lines.
The key is working quickly before the paint dries, and having a light touch as you blend.
The finished effect looks WAY more complicated than it actually is!
This statement wall becomes the perfect backdrop for a simple bed with neutral linens.
My brother paired his ombré wall with a simple wooden bed frame and white bedding, then added just a few sage and blush accessories to tie it all together.
His friends are STILL asking if he hired a professional painter (and his ego is now completely out of control, but that’s another story).
13. Vintage Brass Accents
Add warmth with vintage brass lamps, mirrors, and decorative objects that complement both sage and blush tones.
When my grandma downsized to her apartment, she gave me these “old-fashioned” brass lamps she didn’t want anymore.
Little did she know they’d become the STAR pieces in my sage and blush bedroom!
The warm golden tones of brass (especially vintage brass with a bit of patina) work magically with both sage green and blush pink.
Look for brass table lamps, picture frames, mirror frames, or decorative objects like trays and bowls.
The brass adds a touch of warmth and glamour that balances the coolness of sage and the sweetness of blush.
Thrift stores and flea markets are GOLDMINES for affordable brass pieces that just need a quick polish.
If true vintage isn’t available, many stores now offer new pieces with that vintage brass look.
Place brass lamps on bedside tables, hang a brass-framed mirror opposite a window to bounce light, or display small brass objects on shelves or dressers.
These metallic touches catch the light and add dimension to your color scheme.
My grandma’s “old-fashioned” lamps now get more compliments than anything else in my bedroom!
Sometimes the pieces with history end up giving a room that perfect collected-over-time feel that new decor just can’t match.
14. Watercolor Art in Sage and Blush
Display watercolor art that incorporates flowing sage green and blush pink tones.
During a girls’ night last year, we did one of those wine-and-painting classes (you know, where everyone paints the same thing but somehow yours ends up looking… “unique”).
My painting was this abstract watercolor mess of sage and blush that I almost threw away!
But when I got home, I realized it PERFECTLY matched my bedroom colors, framed it, and now everyone thinks I’m some sophisticated art collector!
Watercolor art is IDEAL for a sage and blush bedroom because the medium naturally creates that soft, flowing effect that matches the vibe of these colors.
Look for abstract pieces, florals, or landscapes that incorporate your color palette.
If you’re feeling brave, try creating your own! Watercolor is actually super forgiving for beginners.
Just wet your paper, drop in some sage and blush paints, and let them blend together.
Frame your watercolors in simple white or natural wood frames to keep the focus on the soft colors.
Arrange them in a small gallery above your bed or dresser, or go for one larger statement piece.
What I love about watercolor art is how it adds color to your space without being too bold or overwhelming.
The dreamy, fluid nature of watercolors perfectly captures the serene feeling you want in a bedroom!
15. Blush and Sage Color-Blocked Throw Blanket
Drape a color-blocked throw blanket featuring both blush pink and sage green over a corner of your bed or chair.
Last Christmas, my cousin knitted me this gorgeous blanket with blocks of sage and blush yarn.
It’s not only the coziest thing I own but also ties my whole bedroom color scheme together PERFECTLY!
A color-blocked throw brings both your key colors together in one piece, making it an anchor for your entire design.
Look for options in different textures – a chunky knit for winter coziness or a lighter cotton weave for summer.
Drape it casually across the foot of your bed, over the arm of a reading chair, or fold it neatly on a blanket ladder.
If you’re crafty, this is a fairly simple DIY project – even beginners can crochet or knit a simple color-blocked blanket.
Not into crafting? There are plenty of beautiful ready-made options available online or in home stores.
The great thing about a throw blanket is that it’s both functional AND decorative.
On chilly nights, you’ll actually use it, but during the day, it serves as a key design element.
My cousin’s handmade gift has become the piece that pulls my whole room together – and reminds me of her every time I see it (aww, sappy but TRUE!).
Final Thoughts
Now that we’ve gone through all 15 ideas, let’s talk about pulling everything together!
Remember that the magic of this color combination lies in BALANCE.
Too much pink can feel childish, while too much sage might make the space feel too cool or clinical.
Aim for a roughly equal distribution of both colors, with plenty of neutrals (white, cream, light wood) to give your eyes some rest.
Don’t forget to incorporate different textures to add dimension – smooth silks, nubby linens, fluffy throws, and glossy ceramics all bring depth to your color palette.
Consider how the light in your room affects these colors too.
Sage can look more gray in north-facing rooms, while blush can appear more beige in certain lighting.
Sample everything in your actual space before committing!
Lastly, keep the rest of your decor fairly simple to let this dreamy color palette shine.
A few plants (real or faux) will enhance the natural feel of sage green.
A lightly scented candle in a complementary fragrance (think light florals or herbs) appeals to another sense.
My sister finally finished her blush and sage bedroom makeover last month, and she says she’s never slept better!
There’s something about this color combination that just feels like a gentle hug for your soul.
I can’t wait to see how YOU use these ideas to transform your own space into a peaceful retreat!
Drop me a comment below to share which idea is your favorite or tag me in your bedroom makeover pics!
Sweet dreams in your new blush and sage sanctuary! 💖💚
