Decorative pillows: how to use them for decorating

Decorative cushions can become an essential part of interior and exterior furnishings. Depending on the chosen style, whether classic or modern, you can find the right look for every room to suit the personal tastes of those who live in it. You do not need to spend a great deal of time or money; just a few simple details are enough to create a relaxing and stylish space. Decorative cushions are one of the details that can make all the difference.

Furnishing outdoor spaces

With the arrival of summer, we spend more time outdoors and, for those lucky enough to have gardens or terraces, it is always a pleasure to devote time to arranging them. Cushions are perfect for giving rustic or very basic furniture an elegant and refined touch. An original idea for outdoor spaces is the cushions from the Paisley collection, a distinctive and alternative line with a striking effect.

Furnishing indoor spaces

Cushions can be used to furnish both the living room and the bedroom. For the sofa, we recommend choosing decorative cushions with harmonious shapes and arranging everything symmetrically, for example placing one cushion per seat or a pair at each end, near the armrests. The Ethnic collection is an original idea for giving the sofa an extravagant and colorful touch. For the bed, it is customary to place two or three cushions, even in different sizes, behind the usual sleeping pillows. This creates a dynamic bed made up of layers and different geometric shapes, making the whole look modern and elegant. To maintain a refined style, you can opt for classic white decorative cushion covers embroidered by hand. The important thing is not to overdo it: adding too many cushions could make the room look untidy or compromise the actual comfort of the bed and sofa.

Choosing colors

When choosing colors, it is important to consider the setting in which they will be used. Stand in the room you want to furnish and observe the colors used for the walls, floor, and sofa; the choice of colors and style will then become much clearer. If you have a very dark or gloomy space, the best choice is to rely on contrast and furnish it with white cushions or cushions in a light shade. If you have a completely neutral space, it is better to choose colors that coordinate tonally with the furnishings, without creating sharp contrasts between patterns and shades. To create a more original setting, you could choose a pattern that echoes the colors of the surrounding furnishings. Play with the dozens of patterns available to create ever-new and original combinations.

Furnishing by style

Classic
For a classic style, you cannot go wrong with timeless hand-embroidered decorative cushions. The embroidered white cushion covers are elegant, valuable, and timeless.

Modern
The watchword is to play with patterns. Furnishing with style means combining designs that you would not expect to look good together. With careful pattern selection, it is possible to create a very modern setting where dynamism takes center stage. Start playing with patterns with our line of Tartan cushions.

Ethnic
Let yourself be transported by the exotic atmosphere and start furnishing every room in this style right away! Ethnic style is undoubtedly a sophisticated addition but, when used carefully, it will certainly add a touch of vibrancy to your home.

Shabby chic
The style of paisley decorative cushions moves through infinite shades of beige and brown, comes alive with greens and oranges, and acquires a sense of mystery with deep blues.

Practical tips

It is important to choose removable decorative cushion covers so that you can wash the outer covers frequently and replace the inner filling if it becomes damaged. Choosing cotton decorative cushion covers will help you avoid problems with possible guest allergies. Pay attention to the arrangement of the cushions. The way decorative cushions are arranged will make the difference between creating a well-kept space and a messy one.