Velvet Sofas - Popular Designs

Velvet Sofa

At once comfortable, luxurious and always durable, a velvet sofa is the perfect style statement.

Tips for Styling with a Velvet Sofa

Mix and Match. Velvet material itself is singularly lush – so different from the hard surfaces like metal and wood that constitute the modern home. As a result, a velvet sofa works beautifully as a “contrasting agent.” Mix and match velvet with cotton fabrics, leather, and hard surfaces to define and call attention to velvet’s luxurious feel.
Consider pile. Did you know there are different types of velvet – specifically, varying by pile height? A short-pile velvet sofa will feel different from a high-pile one; the former will be tighter, more dense and less “furry.” Choose this if you want a sleeker, more modern vibe; choose a high-pile material if you’re after a more traditional feel.
Consider tufting. A tufted backrest goes with a velvet sofa like two peas in a pod – seriously! Whether biscuit, grid or diamond, tufted stitching creates a statement pattern and falls in line with almost every decorating style. Consider tufting for a dramatic effect