Wallpaper - Greetings from Virginia Beach - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Virginia Beach wallpaper brings the classic mid-century American travel aesthetic to life through authentic retro postcard artwork by The Tichnor Brothers. Large, block lettering spelling out "Virginia Beach VA" dominates the center, with each individual letter showcasing detailed vignettes of beach life, coastal landmarks, and sunny oceanfront scenery. Set against a backdrop of soft wave patterns in pastel blue, pink, and green, this design captures the nostalgic charm of 1940s screenprints. Produced custom to your exact dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, this wallpaper makes a graphic statement in living rooms, vacation homes, and creative spaces.

In the room

In a living room or vacation home, this design works best on an open, uninterrupted feature wall where the full typography and detailed postcard scenes can be viewed without heavy visual interruption. Because the central lettering creates a strong focal point, placing it along the main wall behind a sofa or across a central gathering area lets the coastal motif anchor the entire room. The lighter sky-blue tones and pastel background keep the wall feeling open, while the rich, multi-colored vignettes inside each letter reward closer inspection. In rooms with generous daylight, the distinct color contrasts within the lettering stand out clearly, making the space feel vibrant and welcoming throughout the day.

Styling it

When styling around this graphic design, we suggest balancing the energetic postcard typography with simpler, grounded furnishings. Mid-century silhouettes, clean-lined lounge seating, and understated coastal elements pair naturally with the 1940s Americana feel.

To keep the focus on the artwork, avoid competing patterns across large furniture pieces or surrounding wall surfaces. Unfinished light woods, warm blonde timber, or painted white furniture create a relaxed backdrop that lets the retro print take center stage. For nearby lighting, simple fixtures with matte brass or warm metal accents complement the vintage print quality without adding visual clutter.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper features a base of sky blue paired with soft pastel pink and mint green wave patterns, balanced by the saturated multi-color scenes inside the block lettering. To build a cohesive room around this design, we recommend drawing from the lighter tones in the background. Soft off-white, pale sandy beige, or subtle sky-blue paint on surrounding walls keeps the atmosphere light and airy. For accent pieces or trim, pulling darker nautical navy or sun-washed coral from the inner vignettes helps tie the room together while honoring the classic seaside palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your specific wall dimensions. Producing each order to size helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. All our wallpapers are PVC-free, featuring a subtle physical structure in the paper that gives them an authentic finish, and are designed to be straightforward and simple to hang in any home.