Wallpaper - Step it Up I

Our Step it Up I wallpaper, created by Avery Tillmon, brings together graphic modern art and collage technique to form a striking statement design. At the centre sits a high-heeled boot silhouette shaped in solid black paper, set against overlapping layers of printed newsprint in warm beige, muted grey, and white. Cut-out typographic details and graphic letter fragments add an expressive, contemporary rhythm to the composition. Produced as a made-to-measure, PVC-free wallpaper with a subtle structure in the paper, this design provides a distinctive focal point that works effortlessly across modern interior schemes.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well in spaces where fashion, graphic design, and modern art can take centre stage. In a dedicated dressing room or walk-in wardrobe, it introduces an immediate editorial feel, acting as an inspiring backdrop. It also makes an exceptional feature wall in a contemporary living room, where the contrast between the bold silhouette and the detailed text fragments can be appreciated up close.

In a creative home office or art studio, we would place this design on the primary wall facing the desk or work table to ground the room with graphic interest. Because the central motif is bold and framed by clean negative space, it thrives on an uninterrupted wall where the full silhouette remains clearly visible rather than hidden behind large storage units or tall bookshelves. In a modern teenage room, it offers a mature, design-conscious look that balances monochrome strength with relaxed visual collage.

Styling it

When styling around this mural, we recommend leaning into modern, minimalist, or industrial furniture that lets the graphic forms lead the room. Clean-lined pieces in matte black metal or warm blackened steel naturally echo the dark silhouette of the boot, reinforcing the artwork's sharp contours.

To balance the stark monochrome tones, we suggest introducing tactile materials such as natural light oak or walnut furniture alongside soft neutral upholstery in ecru, oatmeal, or charcoal. Keeping surrounding accessories relatively uncluttered prevents visual competition with the layered newspaper text. A low credenza, streamlined desk, or simple sculptural armchair placed slightly to the side will maintain full sightlines to the central artwork while completing a cohesive, gallery-inspired interior.

Colour combinations

The motif is built around a balanced neutral palette of deep charcoal black, soft off-white, and warm beige newsprint tones. Because the background consists of paper textures rather than stark monochrome, it pairs easily with a broad spectrum of interior finishes.

For adjacent walls, we suggest soft chalky whites, warm stone, or pale linen tones to keep the space airy while maintaining gentle warmth. If you prefer a moodier, more dramatic environment, deep slate grey, soft charcoal, or rich ink tones on surrounding woodwork and doors will create a striking tonal frame around the design.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure to fit your individual wall dimensions. This custom approach ensures the composition aligns naturally with your room layout and helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper during decorating.

All of our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals offer flexible decorating solutions suited to both homeowners and renters looking to bring distinctive character into their living spaces.