A beautiful handcrafted leather or fabric sofa may feel wonderful to sit on and look great surrounded by its showroom friends – but how can you ensure it doesn’t look lost and lonely once you get it home?
Make the most of a new sofa with accessories that complement and enhance the piece while tying in with a room’s overall scheme – it’s a tricky but worthwhile challenge.
Throws
A plush leather sofa can be made even more inviting with the addition of a cosy but not too lavish throw – think natural wool rather than fake leopard skin.
For fabric sofas, a throw in a similar material but contrasting colour can enhance the palette of any lounge or sitting room, like our fabulous Natural Herringbone Throw
Cushions
Without cushions, a sofa can look bare and stark but they must be used sparingly to avoid a ‘boudoir’ effect – imagine Kate Middleton’s taste rather than Katie Price’s.
Patterned or textured scatter cushions can provide pleasing balance to a plain sofa.
However, obscuring an attractive surface – for example, a distressed, full-grain leather sofa – is a shame, so keep cushioning subtle.
Stools
Far from being a forgettable footrest, a stool or ottoman can be a statement piece in itself, the perfect companion to any sofa.
The solidly timeless style of a matching vintage leather footstool can enhance any leather sofa, particularly in a room for frequent family use where it can double as an occasional sitting space in its own right.
Armchairs
Those who prefer their own space over the shared comfort of, say, a warm brown leather sofa can still contribute to the overall ambience of a room by occupying a carefully selected armchair.
Leather wing chairs and tub chairs offer a stylish and individual alternative way to achieve unrivalled comfort, with both armrests all to yourself.
Don’t be afraid to take inspiration from design magazines, websites or photos that inspire you – and if there’s a particular fabric or accessory style that you’re keen to use, talk to our helpful and experienced team.
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