How to Style Your Home with Velvet Furniture

Home decor trends come and go, but velvet's here to stay. Whether you're looking to add subtle softness or go all-out, here's our guide to getting velvet right.

The bigger, the better?

There's more to life than velvet sofas (although we really do love them), so if you're hesitant about a total texture overhaul, we recommend starting small. A velvet lampshade can light up your room at an affordable price, plus this attention to detail will make you the #interiorsinspo to all of your guests.

It takes two to texture

With its indulgent appearance, velvet's ability to sweeten a room should come as no surprise. Use it to contrast existing furniture or pieces made from more industrial materials like concrete and wood. Pro tip: velvet curtains make a subtle statement when hung above dark wooden floors. And if you're looking to switch your room's style completely, velvet furniture can act as a quick fix – swapping a leather sofa for a velvet one can totally transform your space.

Velvet on velvet

If you're really feeling the look, don't be scared of doubling up. A velvet sofa styled next to a velvet accent chair in a contrasting colour is worthy of serious appreciation. (Tip: pick shades on opposite ends of the colour wheel.) Or, place a velvet pouffe in front of a velvet armchair in the same shade to make a plain corner more appealing.

Heavy metal

If you like your looks extra luxe, metal accents – like copper and brass – take velvet furniture to the next level. Because velvet has a subtle sheen, glossy metal legs on velvet chairs are a natural pairing. Or, use velvet home accessories to complement metal furniture in similar tones, like a pink velvet bedspread on a copper bed.