Wallpaper - Greetings from Atlantic City - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Atlantic City wallpaper captures the lively spirit of classic mid-century holiday souvenirs through a vintage screenprint postcard design by The Tichnor Brothers. Large dimensional letters spelling out "Greetings from Atlantic City N.J." take centre stage, with each individual letter illustrating scenes of coastal life, seaside boardwalks, fountains, and historic architecture. The bright red borders around the lettering stand out against a clean sky blue backdrop, giving the whole composition a playful graphic character. Like all our wall murals, it is made-to-measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, making it straightforward to hang.

In the room

Because the design features a large horizontal typographic statement, we find it works best on an open, relatively uninterrupted wall where the complete lettering can be read from left to right. It makes an energetic feature wall in a holiday home, a spacious hallway, or an informal living area. In a study or games room, placing the mural wallpaper across a main wall brings a sense of nostalgia without needing additional artwork to complete the look. We recommend leaving the wall area directly in front of the central letters relatively clear of tall furniture so the individual vignettes inside each character remain visible.

Styling it

The bold graphic lines and 1940s postcard aesthetic give this design a distinct retro charm. We would pair it with simple, clean-lined mid-century furniture that complements the period feel without competing with the busy illustration work inside the letters. Warm wood finishes, such as teak or medium oak, help anchor the wall and balance the bright primary tones.

To keep the focus on the artwork, we suggest choosing neutral upholstery in cream, soft grey, or natural canvas. Keeping surrounding decorative items minimal allows the varied beachside scenes within the typography to serve as the main focal point of the space.

Colour combinations

The palette is built around an open sky blue background, framed by vibrant red lettering and a spectrum of colourful beach and architectural scenes within the letters.

To create a balanced interior, we would bring in soft off-white or light sand tones on adjacent painted walls and woodwork, echoing the coastal theme without overwhelming the room. If you want to pull a stronger accent from the wallpaper, deeper navy or a touch of muted crimson in small decorative accessories can create a thoughtful connection to the typography.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on your exact wall dimensions. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed rolls. Our wall murals are printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, and they are designed to be straightforward to hang. We offer wallpaper solutions suited to a range of different homes and living situations.