Cushions are a simple way to refresh your home decor without doing an entire renovation. They're a very quick way to infuse colour, texture, and comfort into your home, and they're also a fun way to showcase your personality in your home decor and provide that relaxing "homely feel" to your home.
This blog provides you with all the information you need on cushion colours, style, and layering to achieve that authentic and professional look when styling cushions on your sofa.
Cushion Styling Tips On A Sofa
The living room is the heart of the home, and the sofa and cushion are the canvas. To help you get started in styling your sofa cushions, here are some cushion styling ideas for home.
For a classic look, a good way to achieve this is to use the “2-1-1” rule; to use the 2-1-1 rule, you will want to place two large solid-coloured cushions on the outer edges and two slightly smaller patterned cushions next to those, with your lumbar cushion sitting directly in the centre.
If you like a more modern look, you can also try an "asymmetrical" arrangement. An asymmetrical arrangement consists of grouping three cushions (one of each size) on one side of the sofa and one large cushion on the opposite side. This creates a much more relaxed but still intentional vibe.
For those looking for some styling ideas for cushion styling on a small sofa or in a living room, don’t overcrowd your sofa with lots of cushions. Instead, choose fewer, high-quality cushions. This will still allow your sofa to look stylish and provide a relaxing atmosphere in your home.
How To Mix And Match Cushion Covers
Putting in a variety gives you a designer look. Don't just select similar cushion covers, but select cushion covers based on the following three details.
- Colour Palettes: A cushion with a base colour. Choose different shades of the same colour or pick two colours that complement each other, such as terracotta and navy.
- Scale of Patterns: Combine a large print with a small geometric print and a solid colour. Putting the big and small prints together will make your cushions look like they were made by a professional designer.
- Texture Contrast: Combine smooth silk and cotton cushion covers with chunky Alpine Cotton Knitted Throws to successfully contrast the two. By doing so, you will have added depth and created a more expensive look for your cushion designs.
Cushion Styling Ideas For Bedroom
In the bedroom, cushions should look inviting and plush. You will need a standard-sized pillow to sit against the headboard and two large "Euro Shams" on top of that to create height. Lastly, add two decorative cushion covers (for the style of a modern home) and one long lumbar cushion in front.
Add a throw blanket at the foot of the bed to create a complete look; this creates unity with your overall design and feels like a luxury hotel in your own home.
Add Accessories To Elevate The Space
Cushions look best when they are grouped together. Make sure to place decorative vases like the Helix Glass Vase, the Contour Ceramic Vase, or other accessories on a coffee table or nightstand to create a cohesive vignette that draws your eye around the whole room, instead of just the seating area.
Also Read: How to Style Throws for a Perfectly Layered Look
Conclusion
The key to how you style cushions is keeping the right balance between comfort and visual interest. You can use different textures and scales, as well as your preferred palette, to help create a beautiful room from ordinary to extraordinary. Always remember that small decisions, such as putting a knitted throw or using a unique lumbar cushion, will have the greatest impact on the overall atmosphere of your home.
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