10 Ways To Use Velvet In Your Home For Fall

Velvet is soft, plush, glamorous…just a fabulous fabric that can add a touch of cool style around your home.  It may be more popular in your closet but it is overlapping this season with interior design as some of my favorite designers are using it in every day designs.  Whether you go big or low key, here are 10 ways to use velvet in your home for fall.

Anchor The Space With a Large Piece

CB2 always wows me with their hip, modern style so of course I am in love with their emerald avec sofa! With super long slim lines and cutback retro arms in 100% cotton velvet on brass stiletto legs, it is the perfect piece to build your space around.

Use As An Accent Piece

If you aren’t ready for the full space commitment, consider incorporating as a accent piece. Houzz’s fuschia square ottoman bench is a fabulous pop of color for a corner or in front of a bed.

Bring It Into The Bedroom

Speaking of bed, nothing is sexier than the coziness of soft material against your skin.  Pottery Barn’s cozy bedding features a diamond-quilted pattern for a classic look. If you are looking to go bigger, check out this tufted wingback headboard.

Use A Decorative Item

Don’t want to commit to big decisions like furniture and bedding?  Use a decorative item! How do I love this velvet pumpkin wreath from TJ Maxx? It brings a wonderful pop of fall color to welcome guests.

Layers, Layers, Layers

From throws to pillows, don’t be afraid to mix and match different color elements or use more than one piece.  For that emerald velvet couch, add a few neutral oversized lumbar throw pillows like these from Target.

Have Complementary Pieces

Complementary pieces like side chairs are a perfect way to accent your decor.  Group CB2’s Simon Blush chairs as a pretty vignette around a small table.

Mix Velvet With Other Materials

Velvet’s soft look is a pretty way to soften the overall look when paired with other materials.  Have a large wood table? Pull up a plum velvet dining bench from World Market.  Don’t you love the distressed look against the velvet? More combos include tossing a velvet throw on your leather couch or adding a runner to a tabletop.

Use To Cover Walls or Windows…

Look up and around! Your walls and windows are a great way to incorporate this fabric and add an extra layer of interest.  From wallpaper to drapes from Kohls, these options add drama and flair.  When I was a kid, our living room had gold wallpaper with velvet bamboo stalks!  I spent hours running my fingers all over the bumpy, velvet details and I still remember it to this day.

…And The Floor!

Don’t forget to look down and keep those little piggies warm! Target’s velvet shag rug comes in a variety of sizes and shapes.

DIY A Few Details

Can’t find or afford what you want? DIY it! From headboards, pillows and lampshades to beautiful pumpkins from HGTV, you can customize your decor for every level of crafter. Just do a Google search…