The Power of Decorative Pillows

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Pillows add style and comfort to a sofa
Pillows add style and comfort to a sofa (Pinterest)

The ultimate finishing touch to any room is a decorative pillow.  Pillows provide comfort, color and style to sofas, chairs, floors and beds.  They are versatile decorating tools that infuse a room with a spot of bright color or pattern, and sometimes even humor.  Using decorative pillows as part of your design project completes the look and provides that extra something special.

Pillows pick up the patterns and colors in the room
Pillows pick up the patterns and colors in the room (jpsinteractive)
Pops of yellow add to this room
Pops of yellow add to this room (decorpad)
The blue pillows perk up the white sofa
The blue pillows perk up the white sofa (decemberskye)

When you want to add a touch of color to a room, pillows are the perfect tool.  Use them to complement the existing interior colors or provide a bit of punch by accenting with contrasting colors.  Use different shades of the same color for a monochromatic room or choose vibrantly patterned pillows to give a room extra punch.

Pillows in neutral shades add luxury
Pillows in neutral shades add luxury (konihospitality)
Colorful pillows add punch to a room
Colorful pillows add punch to a room (decorativepillowsandcushions.blogspot.ca)
These bright colored pillows add punch to a neutral room
These brightly colored pillows add punch to a neutral room (quoteimg)

Pillows enhance the comfort of sofas and chairs.  They provide support for the back and are great for cuddling up with and relaxing.  Pillows soften the look of furniture as well, giving the room a more welcoming appeal.

Pillows add color and comfort
Pillows add color and comfort (idesignarch)
Pillows add coziness
Pillows add coziness (guatacrazynight)
A few pillows soften the sharp angles of this room
A few pillows soften the sharp angles of this room (memorabledecor)

When using decorative pillows, pile them on!  Group pillows together in sets or line the back of a sofa with them. Use one shape and size along the back of the sofa and then place smaller, more decorative pillows in front for a full look.

Group pillows together for impact
Group pillows together for impact (HGTV)
Graphic pillows add character
Graphic pillows add character (Decoist)
Place pillows in groups along a sectional sofa
Place pillows in groups along a sectional sofa (thingsthatinspire.net)

Add fun and interest to your rooms with pillows of unique design and texture.  Novelty pillows can spark fun in a kids’ room, guest room or in the family room.  Interesting textures, such as faux fur, leather or layered fabrics add great style and dimension.

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Novelty pillows add fun
Novelty pillows add fun (pfgrenada)
Pillows can add fun to a space
Pillows can add fun to a space (decor4all)
Different textured pillows add interest
Different textured pillows add interest (European-web.org)
Textured decorative pillows for fun
Textured decorative pillows for fun (homefurnishings)

For the bedroom, spruce up the bed with luxurious decorative pillows in silks and linen. Choose pillows with embellishments and pretty trims for elegance. Use larger pillows for back support while reading in bed.

Decorative pillows in the bedroom add comfort and style
Decorative pillows in the bedroom add comfort and style (BHG)
Pillows add a touch of luxury to this bedroom
Pillows add a touch of luxury to this bedroom (dirgimp)
Luxurious pillows for the bedroom
Luxurious pillows for the bedroom (decor4all)
A punch of color and coordinating patterns for this bedroom
A punch of color and coordinating patterns for this bedroom (claffisica.org)

Use floor pillows for extra seating or to accent a room with color and pattern.

Floor pillows provide extra seating
Floor pillows provide extra seating (shelterness)

Decorative pillows are a great way to bring complementary color and pattern or contrast into a decorating scheme.  Don’t be afraid to mix it up and play with color and pattern.  The great thing with pillows is that you can change them out frequently.  Move them to other rooms for a change throughout the house.  Purchase pillow covers to place over existing pillows when you change out your decor from season to season.  A great source for wonderful pillows and covers is lightinthebox.com.

Pillows add color and interest to the white sofa
Pillows add color and interest to the white sofa (interiorarcade)
Contrasting colors pop in this room
Contrasting colors pop in this room (decor4all)
pattern and color from the room
Pillows pick up pattern and color from the room (decoist)

Discover the many ways that decorative pillows can accent your home.  Use them to perk up a room, add color and pattern or just for comfort.  There is quite a decorative power in the pillow.

 

 

1 COMMENT

  1. This is amazing, now I learn more about the pillow and how to use it to decorate my home. Thank you for sharing experience!

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