Dear Alice | Interior Design Episode: Ways to Make the Perfect Bed | Next Time on Dear Alice
Release Date: January 17, 2025
Hosts: Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall
Summary by: Alice Lane

Introduction

In this engaging episode of Dear Alice, hosts Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall delve into the nuances of creating the perfect bed, focusing particularly on color choices for bedding and towels. Through a candid and humorous conversation, they explore the aesthetics and practicalities of selecting the right hues to enhance bedroom ambiance.

Exploring the Color Saffron

The discussion kicks off with an exploration of the color saffron, a topic sparked by a listener's curiosity.

• Speaker A: "Tell the people who can't picture what saffron is. What color is saffron?" (00:01)

• Speaker B: "It is just like a deep, deep, like goldy marigold. Like yellow and ochre. And this isn't combined to each other." (00:08)

Speaker B provides a vivid description of saffron, emphasizing its richness compared to common yellows.

• Speaker A: "This isn't your butter yellow. It's not butter yellow." (00:17)

• Speaker B: "It is just like, deep, like the darkest. Yeah. Sapphire. Like, if you look up the spice saffron, you'll see it like it is." (00:19)

Their conversation highlights the depth and complexity of saffron, distinguishing it from lighter yellow shades.

Experimenting with Saffron Sheets

Suzanne shares her personal experience with saffron-colored sheets, shedding light on the practical outcomes of their aesthetic choices.

• Speaker A: "That's what Suzanne chose in a spectrum of colors. She was like, I'm gonna try saffron sheets." (00:31)

• Speaker C: "How long did you sleep in them?" (00:36)

• Speaker B: "I didn't even, like, sleep with them. I put them on. I was just like, absolutely not. And I took them right off and put on my whites." (00:37)

Suzanne admits that the saffron sheets did not meet her expectations aesthetically or practically.

• Speaker B: "Yeah, it just like, it was so. Yeah, it looked bad. Like, with all my other white bedding and it was just like, it was really ugly. It looked like I was trying to." (00:44)

• Speaker A: "How did your skin tone look in the bed while you're laying there?" (00:53)

• Speaker B: "Terrible. Did you take a selfie?" (00:56)

The stark contrast between saffron and white bedding resulted in an unflattering appearance, leading Suzanne to revert to white sheets.

Insights and Learnings

The hosts discuss the lessons learned from the saffron sheet experiment, offering valuable advice to listeners.

• Speaker C: "I love that you made the mistake and you're like, I'm not even going to pretend that this. I'm just getting. Not even sleep." (01:09)

• Speaker B: "Guys. Like, don't do it. Don't feel like, oh, maybe this is my year. Get color in your bolster. Get color somewhere else. Like, not on your sheets." (01:15)

Suzanne recommends incorporating color through accessories rather than primary bedding to maintain a cohesive and appealing bedroom aesthetic.

The Case for White Towels

Transitioning from bedding, the conversation shifts to towels, emphasizing the practicality and timelessness of white.

• Speaker A: "I have to say, since we're talking about bedroom suites, that is exactly how I feel about towels as well." (01:39)

• Speaker B: "Me too." (01:44)

• Speaker A: "Because I got gifted some towels that were like, the color of, like, a craft brown bag." (01:45)

• Speaker B: "Why, like poop brown? That's so ugly, guys." (01:52)

• Speaker C: "Because they can't get dirty." (01:55)

• Speaker B: "That's why." (01:56)

• Speaker A: "Also, you can't. You can't bleach that. Right." (01:57)

• Speaker C: "That's 100." (01:59)

• Speaker A: "They never smell. Right. Also, hanging. Hanging on a hook. They just already look dirty." (02:01)

The hosts conclude that white towels are superior not only for their aesthetic compatibility with various bathroom décors but also for their practicality in maintenance and longevity.

Key Takeaways

• Color Selection: Deep, rich colors like saffron may seem appealing but can clash with existing white bedding, leading to an unbalanced and unattractive bedroom setup.

• Practicality Over Trend: While adding color can enhance a room's vibrancy, it's advisable to incorporate it through accessories such as bolsters or throws rather than primary bedding items.

• Timelessness of White: White bedding and towels offer versatility, ease of maintenance, and a clean, elegant appearance that withstands changing interior design trends.

Notable Quotes

• Speaker B: "It is just like a deep, deep, like goldy marigold. Like yellow and ochre." (00:08)

• Speaker B: "Guys. Like, don't do it... get color in your bolster. Get color somewhere else. Like, not on your sheets." (01:32)

• Speaker A: "They never smell. Right. Also, hanging on a hook. They just already look dirty." (02:01)

Conclusion

In this episode of Dear Alice, Jessica and Suzanne adeptly navigate the challenges of color selection in bedroom design. Their firsthand experiences with saffron sheets and brown towels underscore the importance of balancing aesthetic appeal with practicality. The consensus champions the timeless elegance and versatility of white bedding and towels, offering listeners clear guidance for creating harmonious and stylish bedroom spaces.

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