Wallpaper - Those Were The Days II

Our Those Were The Days II wallpaper brings together bold, sweeping abstract forms with a distinct 1970s revival feel. A wide band of dark orange sweeps vertically through the composition, flanked by graphic black and cream stripes on one side. Soft yellow and curved blue shapes balance the lower section, creating an expressive, collage-inspired visual rhythm across the wall. Printed made to measure on PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, our design gives contemporary spaces a confident, playful focal point.

In the room

Because the shapes in this design are generous and the vertical movement is strong, we see this working exceptionally well on a main feature wall in a living room or a dedicated home art studio. The large scale of the flowing orange curve and the striped sections benefits from a wider, uninterrupted wall where the full composition has space to breathe. If you place it behind a low sofa or a streamlined desk, the upper curves remain clearly visible while the softer yellow and blue tones anchor the lower half of the wall. In rooms with higher ceilings, the upward sweep of the vertical lines naturally emphasizes the vertical proportion of the space.

Styling it

With such an expressive visual character, we like balancing this mural wallpaper with clean-lined mid-century or modern furniture rather than heavily ornate pieces.

• Choose low-profile seating in neutral textured fabrics such as bouclé, wool, or canvas to let the bold curves of the pattern remain the primary focus.
• Incorporate warm wood tones like teak, oak, or walnut to pick up on the retro 70s character without overwhelming the room with extra color.
• Keep surrounding accessories sculptural and deliberate, such as matte ceramic vases or simple black metal accents that echo the graphic line work.

Colour combinations

The wallpaper is built around a confident palette of dark orange, deep black, cream, muted blue, and warm pale yellow. To create a cohesive interior, we suggest pulling the soft cream or muted off-white from the striped section onto the surrounding walls, skirting boards, and window frames. If you want a slightly richer scheme, a deep navy or midnight blue on adjacent surfaces will echo the curved accent at the base. Warm ochre, mustard, or terracotta textiles on cushions or throws also pair naturally with the central orange band, while matte black hardware can ground the entire room.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made to measure based on your specific wall dimensions. Producing our wall murals to order helps reduce unnecessary excess material compared with standard fixed-roll formats. Every wallpaper is printed on PVC-free paper featuring a subtle physical surface structure, designed to be straightforward and easy to hang in your home.