Wallpaper - 70's Avant Garden, Boho Clash

Designed by Carrie Cantwell, our 70's Avant Garden, Boho Clash wallpaper captures the exuberant spirit of the 1970s with bold, stylised floral blooms layered across a subtle checkered backdrop. Expressive petals in rust orange, golden olive, mustard, teal, and cream overlap in a rhythmic composition full of playful character and nostalgic charm. The graphic outlines and rounded shapes give the flowers an energetic presence while the warm, earthy palette grounds the overall motif. Produced as a made-to-measure, PVC-free wall mural with a subtle paper structure, our wallpaper brings a cheerful, design-led statement to modern interiors.

In the room

Because the motif carries a strong graphic rhythm with dense, overlapping floral elements, we find it works particularly well as a focal wall in a teenage room, playroom, or creative family space. In a larger room, giving this design an expansive, relatively uninterrupted wall allows the full movement of the floral shapes and the checkered grid behind them to unfold naturally. If you are decorating a compact space or a playful bedroom corner, placing the wallpaper behind a bed or low desk creates an uplifting backdrop without overwhelming the rest of the room.

Styling it

To balance the bold 1970s revival aesthetic, we recommend pairing this design with simple furniture shapes that do not compete with the active pattern. Warm, mid-toned woods such as teak or warm oak naturally complement the retro palette, while painted white or cream surfaces keep the atmosphere light and fresh. Solid textiles in textured fabrics like bouclé, corduroy, or plain woven cotton echo the vintage feel while allowing the lively blooms on the wall to remain the central focus.

Colour combinations

The pattern itself incorporates rich rust orange, warm mustard, olive green, muted teal, cream, and deep chocolate brown outlines against a soft beige-and-cream checkerboard. For surrounding walls and woodwork, warm off-white, soft sand, or creamy ecru provide a calm and seamless transition that lets the pattern stand out. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping feel, drawing out the deeper rust or earthy olive for painted trims, shelving, or accent seating creates a cohesive and grounded interior scheme.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, helping to reduce unnecessary excess compared with standard rolls. All our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the finished installation. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our murals offer an accessible way to introduce distinctive, design-led character into your home.