Styling with Cushions and Throws: How to layer a bed and lounge

Styling bedrooms and living areas really is an artform. One of the easiest way to capitalise on your space is to become an expert in simple tips and tricks that can immediately elevate your interiors. Instantly change the vibe of your home by adding vibrant pops of colour with cushions for sofas or, when thinking about how to layer a bed, consider different sized pillows and bright throw blankets.

How to Layer a Bed

Make your bedroom immediately inviting, warm and comfortable with the introduction of a purposeful throw or a few perfectly placed cushions.

Add a Versatile Throw

Nothing says 'cosy' more than a throw blanket at the end of your bed. A throw can unite colours within your room, or it can add a moment of visual intrigue! A bright and colourful throw works best over a neutral duvet cover. If you have a patterned cover, choose a subtle throw as a way to ground the space. Make sure your blanket or throw is an appropriate size for your bed - a king or queen bed should have a relatively large throw to maintain correct proportions.

Pro tip: Gently place the throw at the end of your bed in an unintentional, casual manner for an effortless vibe.

Layer with Pillows

Add depth to your room with pillows of differing textures - from satin to faux fur - to imbue your bedroom with a refreshing, contemporary ambiance. If you have a plain duvet in neutral tones, add a few patterned cushions to instantly lift the space - don't be afraid to mix and match patterns, just make sure they are in the same tonality. Pillows on a bed also present a great moment to introduce different shapes and sizes - put larger, square Euro pillows at the back of the bed near the headboard with smaller pillows placed at the front.

Pro tip: there is such a thing as too many cushions - aim for a maximum of six so they don't overload your space.

How to Layer a Sofa

Adding an element of luxury to your living areas is easy with cushions and throws. Effortlessly add flexible designs to your couch, whether it's a patterned cushion or an injection of daring colour.

Layer Instantly with Cushions

Cushions are essential to curating your living room style - they offer you the opportunity to personalise your space instantly. Mix and match with different colours and textures to add a layered intrigue to your room. Balance bold prints with neutral colours that speak to your overall interior design. Cushions also present a great opportunity to experiment with bold colours or a change in tonality. You can also use cushions to continue a uniform colourway throughout your entire house - whether that's an injection of contrasting colour or a continuous neutral palette.

Pro-tip: invest in good quality pillow inserts and easily swap your cushion covers to suit your changing tastes and styles.

Throw on a Throw

The throw is a versatile addition to any space - it's great for curling up on a cool evening or for just giving your space a stylish lift. For neutral interior palettes, opt for a favourite colour that catches your eye. For busier rooms, choose neutral greys, blacks or whites that speak to your original colourway in a dynamic and engaging fashion.

Pro tip: Texture can instantly be added with a tasselled throw or cable knit blanket.

Style with Ease

With easy to implement styling tricks, you can elevate your rooms instantly with the introduction of a purposefully placed throw or a selection of textured and bright cushions. Don't be afraid to experiment with different directions - cushions and throws present the perfect opportunity to try something new!

Immediately update and modernise your décor with Harris Scarfe's contemporary styles and inject some personality into your space with our throw blankets and cushions. With a range of colours, textures, fabrics and versatile styling options, easily find something to suit your interior.

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