Harlequin Wallpaper

Harlequin is the extrovert of the Sanderson Design Group, the English family of luxury interior brands that also includes Sanderson, Morris & Co., and Zoffany. Where many houses use color cautiously, Harlequin celebrates the joy of self-expression. Expect thoughtful palettes, from fabric-soft neutrals to deep jewel tones that completely change the character of a room.

The story behind Harlequin wallpaper

Harlequin was founded in the 1960s and grew into an emphatically British brand that places individuality in interiors at its heart. The designs are born from travel, far-flung destinations, and the natural and architectural world, and they are hand-drawn and hand-painted before they find their way onto the wall. That careful process is why Harlequin wallpaper never feels like a random pattern, but like a design with a story. The brand treats color almost as a discipline in its own right: every design is built around a palette that simply works.

Materials and look of Harlequin wallpaper

The collections cover a wide stylistic range. Botanical patterns that seem to breathe, graphic designs that bring depth and rhythm, and textured wallpaper that makes a wall almost tangible. Part of the range takes on the look of natural materials, with a raffia effect or a linen-like texture, while other Harlequin wallpaper leans into bright blossom branches or graphic color gradients. Many designs are available as non-woven wallpaper, which is easy to hang and strips off cleanly whenever you're ready for a change. If you have any doubts about a color or texture, always order a sample first, because color behaves differently in your own daylight.

Signature collections of Harlequin wallpaper

The choice is broad and runs from calm and layered to bold and colorful. A few collections to start with:

• Defined Momentum — graphic energy and dynamic patterns for an expressive interior.
• Zamora — warm, earthy tones with a Mediterranean feel.
• Harlequin x Sophie Robinson — a colorful collaboration with British interior designer Sophie Robinson, maximalist in character.
• Colour 4 Wallpapers — refined colorfulness for lovers of layered interiors.
• Colour 3 Wallpapers — expressive designs with a playful, colorful foundation.

Where does Harlequin wallpaper look its best?

Harlequin wallpaper is wonderfully versatile. A bold botanical design on a single accent wall gives a bedroom instant atmosphere, while a geometric pattern adds structure and depth to a living room without becoming overpowering. In a smaller space, a striking print on one wall actually creates depth rather than clutter. Floral and graphic designs work just as well in a modern apartment as in a classic home; the key lies every time in the choice of color. Combine a pattern with a solid wall surface or with a matching design from the same collection for a cohesive whole. Want to be sure how a design looks in your room? With our Room Visualizer you can preview Harlequin wallpaper on your own wall, in your own space, before you order.

Applying and caring for Harlequin wallpaper

Many designs are produced as non-woven wallpaper, which makes hanging straightforward: you paste the wall and smooth the dry length into place. With a large pattern repeat or a pronounced texture, we recommend working with a professional installer, so that the repeat aligns precisely. Note that Harlequin, like other European houses, sells by the European roll rather than the US single or double roll — a standard European roll of 10 m × 53 cm (32.8 ft × 20.9 in) covers about as much wall as an American double roll. Want to know how many rolls you need? Run your measurements through our wallpaper calculator.

Buying Harlequin wallpaper at Selected Wallpapers

Selected Wallpapers delivers the Harlequin collections straight to your door. Order a sample online and judge colors and patterns at your leisure at home, in real light, before committing to an entire wall. For individual product inspiration, take a look at Zuni, Tule, Sedimentary, Monolith, and Moho. Unsure about a color choice or the number of rolls? Our team is happy to help. US orders over $399 ship free, and all duties and import fees are included — no surprise charges at delivery.