If you’re like many people, your bedroom may look more like a yard sale than a cohesive sleep space. Over the years you’ve collected pieces of furniture that may not match or may even clash. You may not even notice it much anymore, but others do. And so does your inner sensibilities.

Sure, you can continue to make due with the furniture you have. But did you know that the current state of the economy makes it a great time to buy a new bedroom furniture set.

Imagine having a cohesive look to your bedroom where everything matches perfectly. And you don’t have to shop at an IKEA or Ashley Furniture for discount furniture. Many of the top quality furniture stores are offering great deals on superior quality modern furniture, if you know where to look.

Part of the reason is that bedroom sets or complete suites have become very popular in recent years. As such, bedroom furniture is available with a bed frame, dressers, armoires and nightstands that are all perfectly matched. Modern furniture goes one better, allowing you to mix and match designs and color schemes, knowing that they will still all look unified since that’s the very essence of modern bedroom furniture design.

If you’re a savvy shopper, you can find great bargains without having to turn to bargain-level furniture. The old adage that “you get what you pay for” is still true, even in a down economy. But you will get more for what you pay for if you do your homework.

When shopping for bedroom furniture, be sure to have the space you’re furnishing in mind. You want to make sure that the set or the pieces in a mix and match set will look right in the room. It’s easy to get carried away when shopping and you don’t want to end up with oversized pieces that will make your bedroom look small.

And remember the old interior design philosophy. Dark colors on the walls can make a room look larger and lighter furniture can make a room look larger as well, particularly when it is contrasted with the darker wall scheme.