Wallpaper - Greetings From Chicago - Screenprint

Our Greetings From Chicago wallpaper captures the energetic optimism of mid-century travel with a vintage postcard aesthetic from Wild Apple Portfolio. The composition centres on bold red and white typography spelling out "Greetings from Chicago" across a collage of historic city landmarks, including Union Station, the Planetarium, fountains, and towering architecture set against an expansive blue sky. The print-inspired screenprint style, defined by rich cherry red script and vibrant scenic vignettes, gives this design a distinct 1940s character. Printed as made-to-measure mural wallpapers on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it brings graphic personality and historical charm to an accent wall.

In the room

Because of the graphic lettering and detailed architectural scenes, we see this working particularly well in an entryway, hallway, or living space where the motif can serve as a focal point. On a main wall behind a low console or sofa, the full postcard layout has the room it needs to be appreciated without tall furniture interrupting the landmark details. The bold red typography and lively blue sky give the wallpaper a strong visual presence, making it ideal for spaces where you want the walls to carry the narrative energy of the interior.

Styling it

We recommend balancing the bold graphics of this wallpaper with clean-lined furniture and mid-century modern or retro elements. Warm wood tones, such as teak or medium oak, complement the nostalgic 1940s aesthetic without competing with the illustration. Keep large surrounding pieces relatively grounded in solid textures, allowing the vivid cityscape collage to take centre stage. Clean metal accents in brushed brass or subtle matte black can frame the space nicely, echoing the vintage commercial art character of the print.

Colour combinations

The design is anchored by bold cherry red, bright sky blue, and crisp white lettering, balanced by architectural tones of stone grey and terracotta. Around this wallpaper, we suggest pairing adjacent walls with soft off-white, muted warm cream, or a tailored grey taken from the illustrated buildings. If you want to lean into the warmth of the print, subtle navy or muted vintage blue accents in upholstery and soft furnishings connect effortlessly with the sky within the postcard.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made-to-measure based on the specific dimensions of your wall. Custom production helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard rolls. All our mural wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that hangs cleanly and easily. Whether you are decorating a family home or a rental, our wall murals offer an adaptable way to introduce distinctive design to your interior.