Wallpaper - Howdy Rainbow

Our Howdy Rainbow wallpaper brings a warm greeting to the wall with bold green typography set against a crisp white background. Created by Moira Hershey, this graphic design draws on a classic 1970s revival aesthetic, framing the word "howdy" with sweeping diagonal stripes in vibrant shades of orange, yellow, green, pink, and blue. The painted-paper appearance gives the flat illustration a softer visual texture while keeping the retro rainbow motif crisp and playful. Produced made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper structure, it is straightforward to hang and makes an energetic focal point in any room.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working particularly well as an accent wall in an entryway or a dedicated playroom. In a hallway or foyer, placing the design directly opposite the front door creates an immediate sense of welcome, giving the typography center stage where guests can appreciate the full graphic layout without visual clutter. For a children's playroom, the bright diagonal rainbow adds lively color across a larger feature wall without overwhelming the space, especially when balanced by neutral adjacent surfaces. Because the graphic elements have a clear horizontal and diagonal flow, we recommend giving the pattern an uninterrupted wall section so the lettering and stripes can be seen in their entirety.

Styling it

To let the bold colors and vintage typography lead the room, we would keep the surrounding decor relatively simple with clean lines and understated materials.

• Choose mid-century or retro-inspired furniture in lighter wood tones, such as birch or light ash, to complement the 1970s character of the artwork without making the room feel heavy.
• Introduce plain textiles in off-white or natural cotton on nearby seating or floor coverings to ground the visual energy of the colorful rainbow stripes.
• Add small accent pieces or lighting in matte white or subtle warm tones that pick up on the orange and yellow hues without competing with the main graphic.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper features a bright palette consisting of grass green, sunny yellow, warm orange, soft pink, and clear sky blue on a clean white field. When painting surrounding walls, we suggest a warm off-white or soft cream to maintain the bright, open feel of the backdrop. If you prefer more color in the room, pulling the warm orange or muted olive green from the stripes into nearby painted woodwork, shelving, or accent furniture creates a cohesive and intentional retro palette.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, all of our wallpapers and wall murals are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Printing each order to size helps reduce unnecessary excess material compared with standard rolls. Our mural wallpapers are entirely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward and simple to hang, our wallpapers provide flexible solutions suited to both homeowners and renters looking to transform their interior spaces.