All eyes are on Tyla as she walks the Met Gala carpet (as a part of the event's host committee, we may add), but we're still glued to her Instagram. Or, even more specifically, we're returning to a photo of the singer in front of a metallic textured wall, that's unlike any we've ever seen before.
While many of us may choose to make a statement through art, furniture, or light fixtures, Tyla's textured wallpaper reminds us not to overlook the biggest canvas in our room.
The metallic nature of her wallcovering features gold/purple hues that feel dramatic but not overpowering. The paper's texture is similarly a talking point. It does more than just cover her wall – it's there to be felt and enjoyed. Understandably, therefore, it's a decorating technique that designers love.
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Featuring a purple and discreet metallic finish (similar to Tyla's), this wallpaper is designed to steal the show. The raised metallic Mehndi-inspired damasks feel intricate and timelessly beautiful, perfect for upgrading your living room wall.
Available in several colorways, this leaf wallpaper is a more minimal approach to the botanical trend. This fine-line illustration is showstoppingly pretty.
Reminiscent of morning mist, tonal brown wallpaper lends an atmospheric aesthetic to the room. The monochromatic palette fades to brown below the abstract horizon, for a quietly luxurious statement.
What makes Tyla's wallpaper so special among designers? 'You walk into a room and suddenly everything feels different – richer, cozier, more thoughtful. It’s not just a pretty wall covering. It’s an experience. It’s the feeling of depth, mood, and dimension that flat paint or basic wallpaper simply can’t match,' says Nancy Davilman, the principal designer at ND Interiors.
'In a world that’s increasingly flat (literally and figuratively), texture brings life back into a room. It creates contrast, movement, and a quiet sense of drama. Whether it's a woven grasscloth, a linen-inspired textile, or something more sculptural like a faux plaster or leather finish, textured wallpaper engages the senses. It doesn’t just look good – it feels good too.'
Another benefit is its ability to transform throughout the day. We can only enjoy how it appears in her photo, but as Nancy explains, it will likely appear different at varying points of the clock.
'Textured wallpaper catches light differently throughout the day. Morning sunlight may highlight its raised patterns while evening lamps might throw soft, dramatic shadows across its surface. This interplay creates visual depth and makes the room feel dynamic instead of one-note,' she notes.
Lastly, we can't overlook this wallpaper's 'best kept secret': it's surprisingly easy to maintain.
'Let’s not forget one of the best-kept secrets of textured wallpaper – it hides imperfections like a champ. Uneven drywall, small cracks, or patchy surfaces are instantly forgiven under the forgiving veil of texture.'
