Accessory of the week: Cushions & Throws

Any interior designer will tell you that throwing a few cushions and quilts on a sofa will transform both your sofa and the room. These accessories are the perfect way to brighten up a room while allowing you to stick to your budget. Here are a few examples of the best way to utilise this accessory and what to look for when you’re getting your thrift on.

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Go Oriental…

The beauty of cushions and throws is that you can transform your home into any look you like. These vibrant cushions and patterned throw add an oriental twist to this room, integrating vibrancy with the bright colours and tranquility with the clean cut lines.

The best thing about adding decorative cushions and throws  is that it’s quick, inexpensive and makes a huge impact on your living space.

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Brighten up a grey sofa…

If you have a piece of furniture that’s looking slightly drab, there’s no easier way to brighten it up immediately with some patterned cushions in different sizes.

Robin and Mould, Crate and Barrel and Mod Diva all make on-trend, inexpensive cushions for you to re-vamp your lusterless sofa. I am currently coveting Robin and Mould’s sleeping dog cushion and Mod Diva’s Japanese collection – bright, vibrant and on-trend.

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New vs. old…

Balance out your contemporary patterned throws and cushions with antique furniture and old art.

This room looks updated by the colourful cushions and they instantly brighten up the old leather sofa. The eclectic mix of art on the wall adds to the new vs. old look and blends together perfectly.

You can change the covers of your cushions from season to season for a style update, which makes this idea even more versatile.

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Finally…

I am completely obsessed with these throw cushions available from Urban Outfitters. They’re £40 each and completely worth it!

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