Wallpaper - Greetings from Chicago - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Chicago wallpaper captures the iconic look of a vintage mid-century souvenir postcard, created in collaboration with the archive of The Tichnor Brothers. Large architectural block letters spell out the city name, with each letter containing detailed views of Chicago landmarks, bridges, skyscrapers, and statues. A cheerful banner reading "GREETINGS FROM" sits across the top, while "ILLINOIS" grounds the base against a vibrant diamond pattern of orange, coral, yellow, green, and blue. Printed to order on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our wall murals bring graphic heritage and lively color to your walls.

In the room

Because of the bold horizontal lettering and graphic composition, we see this working best on an open, relatively uninterrupted feature wall. In a living room, placing it behind a lower-profile sofa lets the full typography and landmark illustrations remain clearly visible. In an entry or hallway, the postcard format makes an immediate, welcoming impression as soon as you walk through the door. Because the artwork functions as a single graphic statement, giving it enough breathing room allows the intricate letter fills and vivid retro palette to take center stage.

Styling it

When decorating around such an expressive, colorful design, we prefer to let the mural wallpapers serve as the primary visual focus in the room. Pairing the wallpaper with mid-century modern or retro-inspired furniture creates a cohesive aesthetic that complements the 1940s postcard style. Clean silhouettes in warm woods or painted metal prevent the room from feeling visually cluttered. For soft furnishings, solid textures in neutral tones or subtle echoes of the background colors help anchor the space while keeping attention on the wall.

Colour combinations

The design features a rich palette led by warm coral and orange tones, alongside bright yellow, sky blue, and fresh green accents. To balance these saturated shades, we suggest pairing the wallpaper with warm off-whites, soft creams, or muted sand on adjoining painted walls and trim. If you want a more adventurous look, pulling a deeper slate blue or olive green from the landmark illustrations onto nearby cabinetry or accent furniture creates a grounded, layered room scheme.

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 rolls. We produce all our designs on PVC-free paper that features a subtle physical structure, giving your walls a refined, natural finish. Every wallpaper is carefully crafted to be straightforward and simple to hang, making it easy to bring distinctive character into your home.