Wallpaper - On The Waves

Created by Sue Schlabach, our On The Waves wallpaper captures an artistic mermaid silhouette rendered in gentle eggshell white across a neutral, woven-effect backdrop. The design pairs fluid, figurative line drawing with a weathered, textured visual surface, creating a quiet nautical character with subtle Art Nouveau flair. We produce all our wallpapers made-to-measure to fit your specific wall dimensions, printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure that is straightforward to hang.

In the room

With its horizontal focal motif and calm tonal contrast, we see this wall mural working particularly well on an uninterrupted feature wall where the sweeping tail and silhouette have space to breathe. It sits naturally in a bedroom behind a headboard or along a dressing room wall, where the gentle neutral palette introduces character without overwhelming the room. For a holiday home, bathroom or coastal-inspired living room, our mural wallpapers bring an understated maritime note that feels historic rather than overly thematic. In nurseries or children's bedrooms, the dreamy narrative quality adds a playful yet timeless backdrop that easily endures as the space evolves.

Styling it

To complement the nostalgic and painterly quality of this design, we recommend pairing it with classic heritage or French country furnishings that share its relaxed elegance.

We would balance the soft eggshell figure with natural, tactile finishes like washed linen upholstery, simple painted timber furniture in off-white or chalky grey, and unlacquered brass accents. Keeping surrounding furnishings relatively understated allows the central silhouette to remain the main visual anchor of the space.

Colour combinations

The motif is defined by its muted palette of soft eggshell white against warm, sandy neutral undertones. To create a cohesive scheme around our wallpaper, consider pairing it with adjacent walls painted in creamy off-white, light oatmeal or soft putty. If you prefer subtle contrast, muted nautical tones such as chalky coastal blue, soft seafoam, or pale slate grey on woodwork and panelling bring out the illustrative lines while keeping the overall atmosphere tranquil and grounded.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are custom-made to order based on your exact wall measurements, helping you avoid purchasing unnecessary excess material. Every mural is printed on PVC-free paper with a delicate physical texture that feels wonderful on the wall, designed to be simple and straightforward to install whether you are decorating a family home or a rental space.