You don’t need to spend a fortune on redecorating to give your home a completely new look. Accessories like cushions and throw pillows are simple yet stylish ways to update your space. Let’s take a look at how choosing the right shape, colour, and fabric can revitalise your home this season.
Contrasting Colours
There are so many choices when it comes to picking the colour for your home accessories. You could go with entirely complementary colours, for example, shades of blue and green. However, a top trend for 2024 and beyond is to use a throw pillow as a “pop” of contrasting colour.
If your living space is mostly cream, white, or beige, consider a blue or lime-green cushion. A splash of a brighter shade adds excitement, draws the eye, and can even create a talking point for guests. Likewise, you can pair blues with oranges, pinks with yellows, and for an especially bold look, match monochrome styling with red, purple, or gold.
Metallic colours might seem like a garish choice, but they can really add a sense of luxury without being overbearing. If you don’t want to appear ostentatious, go for a little gold trim or a cushion with a simple, silver outline.
Designer Brands
Did you know that you can get cushions from some of your favourite home interior design brands? Big names like Cath Kidston and Laura Ashely proudly put their stamp on pillows that add ambience to your rooms.
Explore ranges like Belvedere, with Victoriana-inspired peacocks and trees — ideal for homes big on personality and low on minimalism. For something that’s still retro without delving too far into the past, the Keep Kind cushion is ideal. It sends a welcoming message in shades of blue, combining text and images for a quirky piece, sure to be loved by the whole family.
If you seek a little more simplicity, check out Orla Kiely’s cushion range. Bold colours paired with uncomplicated designs make these accessories perfect for modern homes. Alternatively, for more traditional designs, creators like Appletree Boutique might be better for your style. Appletree explores plain, coloured, and intricate designs so there’s something for everyone here.
Tactile Fabrics
One of the nicest things about a cushion is how you can cuddle up to it on the sofa or bed. Gone are the days when throw pillows were for aesthetics only. Homeowners want soft-to-the-touch fabrics that encourage their families and guests to enjoy their space.
One of the most tactile fabric choices is velvet. Made of brushed cotton, silk, or nylon, velvet is associated with luxury and prestige. Yet it’s often surprisingly affordable, making a velvet cushion or pillow a great value way to update your living room or bedroom.
Another soft and snuggly option is chenille. With a touch of luxury, chenille often looks a slightly different colour when brushed in a particular direction. Highly durable, the fabric is also used for carpets as well as cushion covers.
For a touchable cushion that’s smooth and silky, look for satin-weave fabrics. A satin cushion should allow you to glide your hand over the surface easily. Satin and similar textiles are often easier to clean than more textured fabric choices.
Setting Home Interior Goals
Before you pick out your pillow or cushion choices, think about what you want to achieve with your purchase. Do you want to bring warmth and brightness into your home? Are you trying to fill an empty-feeling space, or bring a disjointed room together?
If so, you can use a cushion (or two or more) to achieve all these goals with the right fabric, style, and colour. Seek out a trusted supplier of cushions and other home interior fabrics. You can also make style notes when you visit homes that inspire you, or even stately homes and other tourist spots. It’s surprising how easily you can emulate the stylings of top designers on a small budget.
Remember, don’t be afraid to experiment with contrasting shades. Just like a lick of paint can completely revitalise a room, a splash of colour from a cushion or pillow can have a similar effect. Take some risks and discover how you can add softness and contemporary style to your home.