Decorative Pillows 101
Perfect for cushioning life’s cold and difficult days, pillows are more than just pretty pieces of fabric.
Adding some new decorative pillows to living or bedroom is an easy to add colour, personality and comfort to your space. Available in all price points and decor style, a few new cosy friends are always welcome cane to a tired decor scheme. Treat yourself this winter to a few of these comforting gems.
SIZES:
The 18” inc square pillow is the standard choice for chairs or sofa’s: the 20-24” inch is great for beds: and the 12x18 ( often referred to the lumbar pillow)is a great friend to support your lower back, went sitting on a tall, tight back style seat. Larger 24”inch, square pillows are great supporters for sitting up in bed or for throwing on the floor as extra casual sitting.
STYLES:
Draw on colours and style inspiration from art. Area rugs and other accessories from the room. If mixing patterns, to have curvy lines patterns like floral, paisley or circles mixed with strait lines like strips, plaids and geometrics. The difference in pattern creates a juxtaposition that will allow each pattern to stand out in the room. If there is no colour or pattern in your room the choice lighter and darker versions of your monochromatic colour scheme for impact. You can also go with textured fabrics to create subtle interest. Knitted textures are very popular for winter, while heavy linen weaves are great for summer/spring.
FILLS:
Decorative pillows can look beautiful but if filled with the wrong insert, can be useless for comfort. Foam and feathers are the 2 basic fills for most cushions. Foam filled cushions tend to offer more support and keep their shape for some time. Eventually, the foam will break down and the pillow will lose its shape. Feather and down filled cushions are considered to be most luxurious. They squish down and mould to the body for subtle comfort and spring back nice and full when left alone. Not great for support, but look oh so luxurious.
