There is a colour changing everything this season. Not loud, not garish, but unmistakably present. Warm, earthy, and full of character. We call this new shade Solterra: a deep, terracotta-like hue inspired by the arid hills, warm soil, and golden hour of Mallorca. Solterra is not a colour that screams for attention; rather, it draws you in. And that is exactly what makes Solterra so special in the bedroom.

Where does Solterra come from?

The name says it all: sol (sun) and terra (earth). Solterra was born from the landscapes of the Mediterranean: the reddish cliffs, the olive groves, the walls of old Mallorcan fincas lighting up in the evening sun. It is a colour that radiates tranquillity while simultaneously adding warmth and depth to any room.

In the world of interior design, the rise of earthy tones comes as no surprise. We are increasingly looking for materials and colours that feel like nature, like something real. Solterra is the most beautiful expression of that.

How to style Solterra

The beauty of an earthy shade like Solterra is that it works well with almost anything, provided you find the right balance.

With Chalk White
The ultimate hotel-like combination: a crisp chalk white fitted sheet as a base, with a Solterra duvet cover or pillowcase as a statement. The white keeps it fresh and light, while Solterra adds warmth and depth. This is precisely how the best boutique hotels in the south dress their beds.

With other earthy tones
Solterra pairs beautifully with soft sage green, warm sand, off-white, and deeper terracotta. Play with texture: a washed linen pillowcase in oat or white next to a Solterra cover creates that relaxed, layered look so characteristic of Mediterranean interiors.

With naturals and wood
Wooden floors, rattan accessories, linen curtains in natural shades: Solterra finds its place in any nature-inspired interior. Add a beautiful book, a scented candle, or a terracotta vase, and the picture is complete.

Dressing your bed like a hotel: the classic DOUXE look

Want that authentic hotel vibe in your bedroom? Then how you dress the bed is just as important as the colour itself. Here is how to do it:

1. Start with a crisp fitted sheet in chalk white percale; the base needs to fit perfectly.

2. Fold your Solterra duvet cover neatly back halfway down the bed.

3. Add two king-size body pillows in the same colour, or a contrasting shade like chalk white. These long pillows give your bed that full, sumptuous hotel look.

4. Stack your sleeping pillows in front of them: two large ones (60x90 cm), followed by two slightly smaller ones (50x90 cm). Finish with small decorative cushions in a complementary shade.

5. Optional: A throw at the foot of the bed in a natural or darker earthy tone completes the look.
   
   The difference between a made bed and a truly dressed bed lies in the layers, the symmetry, and the sense of calm.
   
   Solterra is now available at DOUXE, online and in our Concept Stores.