Wallpaper - Greetings from Ocean City - Screenprint Postcard

Our Greetings from Ocean City wallpaper brings the lively character of a classic 1940s American resort to the wall in a bold screenprint postcard composition. Created with artwork by The Tichnor Brothers, the design centres on large block lettering spelling out "Greetings from Ocean City, N.J.", with each letter filled with coastal vignettes of beachgoers under parasols, bustling boardwalks, and waterfront scenes. A sunset gradient shifting from warm yellow and orange into cool blues forms the backdrop, balanced by graphic black outlines and energetic pops of red and green. Printed made-to-measure on our PVC-free paper with a subtle surface structure, it offers a distinct, nostalgic focal point for residential interiors.

In the room

Because of the bold, graphic nature of the large postcard layout, this design functions naturally as an accent wall in a living room or a holiday home. We find it works best on an uninterrupted wall where the full lettering and surrounding gradient have plenty of horizontal width to be seen completely without being broken up by tall furniture.

In a spacious living room, placing this mural wallpaper behind a low sofa creates an engaging, expressive backdrop while keeping the illustrated details within comfortable eye level. If you are decorating a coastal getaway or a casual lounge area, the vibrant palette and retro Americana motif bring an immediate sense of warmth and character to the space without requiring complex surrounding decoration.

Styling it

When styling a room around such a vibrant, graphic mural, we recommend keeping the surrounding furnishings visually grounded. Low-profile furniture in natural warm wood tones, such as teak or honeyed oak, pairs naturally with the 1940s mid-century aesthetic without competing with the illustrated scenes.

To maintain visual balance, choose plain upholstery in neutral cream, sandy beige, or washed denim blue rather than introducing secondary patterns. Matte black or brushed metal accents in floor lamps or side table frames can subtly echo the bold graphic outlines of the postcard lettering, tying the entire setting together.

Colour combinations

The design itself features a rich, sunny palette built around warm yellow, sunset orange, sky blue, and vibrant red, defined by deep black line work.

To complement these tones, we suggest using warm off-white, soft sand, or muted cream on adjacent walls and woodwork. This provides a clean, calming frame that lets the saturated colours of the wallpaper stand out. If you prefer a richer, more enveloping feel, pulling a deep coastal blue or a warm terracotta from the lettering details into cushions, throws, or a painted feature door creates a considered, harmonious scheme.

About our wallpaper

At Wallism, our wallpapers are made-to-measure based on the specific dimensions of your wall. Producing each order individually helps reduce unnecessary excess paper compared to standard, fixed-size rolls.

Our wallpapers are PVC-free and printed on paper featuring a subtle physical structure that gives the surface a refined finish. Designed to be straightforward to hang, our wall murals provide a reliable decorating solution tailored to your living space.