Wallpaper - Proud Peacocks

Our Proud Peacocks wallpaper, created by Carrie Cantwell, brings a playful graphic rhythm to interior walls. Set against a warm cedar brown background, each stylised bird is composed of flat geometric shapes, featuring a pink body, bright orange wings, and a bold fan-shaped tail in dark brown accented with concentric circles of pink, orange, and beige. The symmetrical layout creates an expressive repeat with a distinct 1970s retro feel, balancing rich earth tones with lively pops of colour. Like all Wallism wallpapers, this design is made to measure to fit your dimensions and printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle physical surface structure.

In the room

We see this wallpaper working especially well in spaces where you want visual energy and warmth. In a living room or dining area, the geometric repeat creates an eye-catching focal wall behind a sofa, low sideboard, or dining table. Because the pattern has a clear structure and a grounding cedar base, it holds its own across a wider uninterrupted wall without feeling scattered.

The whimsical bird motifs also make our design a charming choice for a nursery, toddler room, or children's playroom, offering plenty of character that can grow with the child. In compact areas such as an entryway, hallway, or home office, wrapping the walls in this pattern adds instant personality and an inviting, cosy mood.

Styling it

The retro graphic character of our design pairs naturally with mid-century modern furniture, vintage 1970s silhouettes, or playful Memphis-inspired accents. We would keep the surrounding furniture relatively clean in form so the geometric peacocks remain the visual centrepiece.

• Warm wood tones, such as teak, walnut, or rich mid-tone oak, harmonise beautifully with the cedar brown backdrop and anchor the retro aesthetic.
• Upholstered pieces or cushions in plain rust, burnt orange, or soft dusty pink pick up the secondary tones of the bird motifs without introducing competing patterns.
• Matte black, dark bronze, or warm brass details on lighting and furniture legs complement the dark brown outlines and structured geometry of the design.

Colour combinations

The palette in our wallpaper centres on a deep cedar brown base, paired with vibrant orange, soft pink, dark brown, and gentle beige accents within the peacock feathers.

To create a balanced scheme around the wallpaper, we suggest pairing adjacent walls or painted trim with a warm beige or soft oatmeal shade to keep the room light and cohesive. If you prefer a more enveloping look, a deeper cocoa or cedar brown creates a seamless, tonal wrap. For accents in textiles, rugs, or painted woodwork, dusty rose, terracotta, or muted ochre echo the plumage while keeping the overall palette grounded.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, we produce our wallpapers made to measure according to your wall dimensions. Custom sizing helps reduce unnecessary excess wallpaper compared to standard fixed rolls. Our wall murals are printed on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface texture, and they are designed to be straightforward to hang in any home.