Velvet Shows Piles of Playfulness
In a dashing array of eye-candy colors, velvet lightens up on chairs, ottomans and sofas
Velvet has been associated with royalty throughout history, showing off its rich pile in deep shades of black, purple, burgundy and crimson. These colors can sometimes seem heavy in a room, but with fresher, brighter shades of velvet you can create an updated, glamorous vibe — and still show off the fabric's rich textures.
Turn an office into a space for Hollywood royalty by adding a light shade of blue velvet. A soft upholstered office chair or ottoman will have you running back to the office — voluntarily.
Switch the fabric on your dining room chairs to plush velvet in a relaxing shade of blue-green. The bright color makes this much velvet work without feeling heavy.
Velvet can turn a beige sofa into a showstopping piece of furniture with a shiny finish. And the color is sure to fit with any paint color you choose.
This is the perfect example of how velvet can be smokin' hot in a room. Upholstering a structurally modern track-arm sofa in a soft gray velvet gives the space a warm and luxe feel. Gray is a popular choice now and likely for years to come.
Quilted Velvet Pillow
This adorable quilted velvet pillow in bright yellow is a sunny choice in any room. It is especially a very good pairing for ever-popular gray.
Pink Velvet Duvet
Yes, pink velvet is a fab option for a room with a feminine feel. Use it sparingly in an adult bedroom (for a bedspread or pillows only) and be more playful with it in a little girl's room.
Comfort is top priority in your media room, and velvet seating offers a thick, rich feel. You can find velvet upholstery in eye-candy colors perfect for a fun hangout space.
Velvet Tufted Headboard
Incorporate a tufted headboard suited for nobility. Keep it updated and light in a wheat color.
A chaise becomes the focal point in bright powder-blue upholstery. The sitting area calls to you with its soft look.