Wallpaper - Greetings from Chicago - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Chicago wallpaper draws directly on the graphic charm of mid-century souvenir postcards, created by The Tichnor Brothers in the 1940s. The design centres on the iconic large-letter typography, with each bold letter of "CHICAGO" framing scenes of famous architectural landmarks, bridges, and city monuments. A vivid yellow banner introduces the header, balanced by a vibrant harlequin diamond backdrop in contrasting shades of orange, coral, yellow, green, and blue. Produced to your exact wall dimensions on PVC-free paper with a subtle paper texture, this graphic mural wallpaper delivers an authentic retro travel statement to your interior.

In the room

Because of the strong horizontal typographic composition and distinct graphic framing, we see this design working particularly well as a focal feature wall. In a living room, positioning the mural wallpaper behind a low-backed sofa allows the central lettering and landmark illustrations to remain completely visible across the width of the room.

The bold illustrative character also brings personality to an entryway or hallway. Here, the energetic diamond backdrop and graphic lettering welcome you into the home, making a confident visual statement in spaces people move through frequently.

Styling it

The distinct graphic quality of this screenprint-style wallpaper invites clean, mid-century or retro-inspired interior choices that complement the artwork without overwhelming it:

• Choose simple furniture with clean silhouettes and tapered legs, such as a tailored mid-century sideboard or a low sofa in neutral upholstery, keeping visual weight low so the mural remains the clear centrepiece.
• Introduce warm wood finishes, such as teak or medium oak, to echo the warm coral and amber tones in the print and ground the vibrant palette.
• Keep surrounding accessories understated, opting for simple ceramics or matte metal hardware that balance the energy of the harlequin pattern.

Colour combinations

The design itself features a lively, warm-leaning palette built around vivid orange, coral, bright yellow, rich blue, and leaf green against crisp illustrative outlines.

When painting adjacent walls, woodwork, or selecting larger soft furnishings, we recommend pulling out one of the softer tones from the motif. A soft, warm off-white or muted sand on surrounding walls keeps the overall space feeling open and lets the mural wallpaper command visual focus. For a bolder, more cohesive look, echoing the deep sky blue or earthy coral in upholstery or accent pieces creates a deliberate, well-anchored connection across the room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure according to your supplied wall dimensions, ensuring the design fits your space while helping reduce unnecessary excess paper. Every wallpaper is entirely PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure.

Our wall murals are designed to be straightforward and easy to hang, providing versatile decorating options suited to both homeowners and those in rented accommodation.