All About Velvet

This season is all about VELVET and while this sumptuous fabric is often reserved for the cold winter months this year it is also being incorporated into summer interiors with a plethora of light and bright colours that will work well in a wide variety of home interiors. The tactile nature of velvet makes it perfect for upholstery and soft furnishings and is sure to create a perfect space to curl up and relax.

If you are looking for some fresh and bold upholstery in your home interior, then velvet is the perfect choice this summer. Opt for bold and vibrant neon and jewelled hues such as emerald, fuchsia and lime and use to upholster a sleek and linear sofa and chair or a bold arched headboard to create a hint of tropical elegance in your home interior. You could team with a variety of bold velvet cushions as well as bright orchid and palm leaf printed curtains and rugs that will tie together this vibrant interior design. For a more retro inspired interior feel then opt for some pastel or ice cream tones such as baby pink and bubble-gum blue and use to upholster a bold vintage sofa and armchair to create a focal point within the room. You can team this velvet upholstery with some bold geometric patterned cushions and curtains that are sure to create an eye-catching 1950s/1960s feel in your chosen room.

For a more light and elegant use of velvet in your home interior then opt for neutral and refined tones such as beige and cream and use to upholster a period style chesterfield sofa and wing back armchair that is sure to create a luxurious finish within your living room interior. This style of upholstery can be partnered with some gold cushions, curtains and accessories to create a flamboyant and opulent finish. Bedding is also a great way of introducing velvet into your home interior and can be used to create a wide variety of styles. Gold and cream velvet bedding and throws will look great on a classic metal framed or French carved bed and will create an air of glamour within your bedroom interior. Alternatively opt for bold and vibrant velvet bedding on a walnut or mahogany framed bed that will create a classic Caribbean inspired interior design that is perfect for the upcoming summer month. You can complete the room by including some velvet ceiling pendants or velvet lampshades featuring floral patterned designs or elegant tassels that are sure to create some visual style within your chosen space.

For more ideas on using velvet in your home interior, take a look at this week’s latest Pinterest board - Pinterest - All About Velvet.