5 Best Statement Upholstery Styles

If you are bored of painted feature walls, bold wallpapers or colourful rugs then why not add an injection of pattern and colour into your home with some eye-catching statement upholstery. Whether you are reupholstering a current chair, sofa, stool or headboard or purchasing a new set there are a wide variety of styles and prints to suit your home decor and tastes. We have selected 5 of the hottest statement upholstery styles for 2016 that will create a striking focal point in your home interior.

Green

Green upholstery is tipped to be one of the most stylish looks in the interior design world this year.  Apple and lime green fabrics look wonderful on a sofa or dining chair arrangement and work wonderfully with monochrome decor to give a balance of neutrality and bold colour. Another big trend this season is an emerald green and navy colour partnership that can create a rich and opulent feel in your home interior. Emerald green velvet fabrics and heavily patterned navy wallpapers will give a luxurious finish that works particularly well in living room and bedroom interiors. For a more exciting and modern look then choose sleek white walls and partner with neon green fabrics and shiny chrome or black frames for a bright and contemporary interior feel.

Stripes

The classic stripe will remain as popular as ever this season as its simplicity in design and wide range of colour applications mean that it can be adopted into almost any home interior. Simple monochrome colour schemes work wonderfully on single statement armchairs or a chaise lounge and give a modern twist to more classic frames and vintage shapes. For a more elegant and feminine feel then opt for cream and pink striped upholstery that gives a candy cane style appearance that works wonderfully in a boutique bedroom or dressing room interior. For a pop of vibrant colour then select a neutral base stripe such as white, cream or beige and add bold red, blue or green with complimentary metallic stripes for a luxurious and modern look.

Floral

Floral upholstery has long been a favoured choice in living room and bedroom interiors and it gives a detailed pattern to even the simplest of furniture styles. For a stylish contemporary ambiance, select bold floral pattern such as daisies, poppies or sunflowers and select two contrasting colours such as black and white, white and blue or white and purple or a multicoloured design that will create a focal point within your home. For a more classic and feminine look that works particularly well in bedroom and conservatory interiors, opt for traditional floral prints such as gerberas, roses and hydrangea in botanical colours such as lilac, green, pink and yellow that will give a light and fresh garden ambiance to your chosen space.

Velvet

If you admire the rich and opulent fabrics of large stately homes and palaces then why not bring a taste of this flamboyant style into your own home interiors? 2016 is seeing a huge comeback in exquisite velvet fabrics that give a sense of glamour in any interior space. Select classic furniture styles such as ornate French sofas or regency style chairs and upholster in sumptuous plain coloured velvet in purple, red, black and royal blue for a rich and cosy look and feel. Partner with black, silver or gold painted framework for added decadence and style. For an eye-catching focal point in your bedroom interior then select a large chesterfield style headboard and upholster in a coloured velvet fabric that will stand out against your chosen paint or wallpaper.

Geometric

Last year’s trend of geometric patterns and prints has carried through into 2016 with bold and eye-catching upholstery that can give a contemporary or retro feel to your home interior. Sleek monochrome colour schemes look amazing with geometric patterns and can be partnered with modern seat frames or classic period styles for a combination of old and new design features. For a more retro look then select 1960s inspired colour schemes such as bold psychedelics and team with varying square and rectangular patterns or if you prefer a more 1970s influence then opt for beige, brown, orange and yellow with varying geometric shapes and pattern sizes.

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