Wallpaper - In The Lip

Our In The Lip wallpaper by Chris Paschke captures the dynamic swell of an ocean wave through sweeping brushstrokes and expressive watercolor textures. Deep indigo and oceanic blue tones build into the barrel of the wave, cresting into foamy white and sea-spray highlights across a fluid, painterly composition. The visible wash effects, layering, and varied tonal depth give the impression of water in mid-motion across a wide horizontal landscape. Produced as made-to-measure, PVC-free wall murals with a subtle paper structure, our design is easy to hang and creates an artistic focal point in any interior.

In the room

Because the motif carries such a strong horizontal current and a central focal wave, we would give this wallpaper a wide, uninterrupted wall where the full arc of the wave can unfold. In a bathroom, meditation room, or calm corner of a vacation home, our design brings an expansive, ocean-inspired atmosphere without overwhelming the space. We find that giving the mural room to breathe away from overly tall, solid furniture lets the dramatic crest and delicate spray at the top edge command attention. A feature wall behind a lower console, a freestanding tub, or an unadorned seating area allows the movement of the water to feel continuous across the room.

Styling it

When styling alongside such an expressive seascape, we recommend keeping surrounding elements quiet and grounded so the artwork remains the visual hero:

• Choose lower-profile furniture with clean, organic silhouettes to avoid interrupting the broad horizontal curve of the cresting wave.
• Introduce natural materials with gentle texture, such as bleached timbers or light-toned linen, to balance the cool, saturated depth of the blues.
• Add minimal matte ceramics in chalky white or stone finishes that pick up the seafoam spray and paint-wash highlights in the motif.

Colour combinations

The artwork itself is defined by a spectrum of oceanic blues, from dark midnight indigo and navy to vibrant cerulean, softened by chalky white and pale watery blues. Around this wallpaper, we suggest pairing adjacent walls with soft off-whites, sea salt tones, or muted chalky neutrals that draw out the white foam without creating stark, jarring contrast. For doors, skirting, or larger furniture pieces, pale sandstone, driftwood greys, or muted navy can frame the mural elegantly while maintaining a cohesive palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared with buying standard fixed-size rolls. Our murals are completely PVC-free, printed on paper with a subtle physical structure, and designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in any home.