Wallpaper - Salty Star

Our Salty Star wallpaper, created by Mercedes Lopez Charro, pairs an expressive, graphic starfish centerpiece with a rich cobalt blue patterned backdrop. What we particularly like about this design is the contrast between the bold, hand-drawn white sea star with its playful spot details and the structured geometric rhythm of dashes and chevrons in the background. Printed as custom made-to-measure wallpaper, this PVC-free design brings a fresh coastal feel to residential interiors while offering a subtle physical texture in the paper.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well as an accent wall in spaces where you want a playful yet grounded maritime atmosphere. In a powder room or bathroom, placing the design behind a vanity creates an instant focal point that gives the room distinct character. It also suits a light-filled playroom, a summer lake house bedroom, or a relaxed poolhouse living area. Because the central starfish motif has a strong graphic presence, we recommend placing it on an uninterrupted wall where the full composition remains clearly visible and uncluttered by tall furniture.

Styling it

To let the cobalt blue backdrop and crisp white starfish stand out, we like balancing this design with clean, organic elements.

• Pair the deep ocean tones with light natural woods such as ash or bleached oak, which echo a relaxed coastal aesthetic without competing with the bold pattern.
• Choose crisp white fixtures, minimalist mirrors, or clean-lined furniture that mirror the bright white highlights within the starfish motif.
• Introduce natural woven accents like jute or rattan baskets to add warm, tactile material contrast against the structured blue wall pattern.

Colour combinations

The dominant palette in our wallpaper is built around deep cobalt blue, complemented by lighter sky blue brush strokes and crisp, clean white. When selecting surrounding paint colors for adjacent walls, ceiling, or trim, a warm white or soft off-white provides a fresh, modern frame that keeps the room open and airy. For a moodier, wraparound feel, pulling a matching deep cobalt or rich navy into surrounding joinery or woodwork creates a sophisticated monochrome look.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are produced made-to-measure according to your exact wall dimensions, which helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard rolls. Our designs are completely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that adds depth to the finished installation. Designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, our mural wallpapers offer a reliable, beautifully detailed finish for homeowners and renters alike.