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Accessorizing with throw pillows is one of the easiest ways to inject style into your living room, family room, or bedroom. And since there are so many affordable, beautiful pillows available, it's a shame to play it safe with just two or three solid-colored pillows—or worse, to limit yourself to the set that came with your couch.
The first thing to remember is that your pillows don't have to match. In fact, you can achieve a more professional, stylish look if they don't.
First, choose a "color story" to follow for your pillow selection. It's best to use three different colors pulled from other sources in the room, such as the wall color, the rug, your bedding or the curtains. If you choose a variety of pillows in different patterns, the look will still be cohesive if they at least share the same colors.
Once you master the Rule of Threes, also consider these other principles used by room designers:
Odd numbers look modern: When arranging your throw pillows, keep in mind that for a modern look, odd numbers work best—think again of three, or five.
Even numbers look traditional: For a balanced look that features symmetry, especially on your bed or couch, an even number of similar pillows, such as two or four, look clean and orderly.
Fill matters: When shopping for throw pillows, consider the fill and how it will affect the appearance. A feather-and-down fill, for example, has more "give" and a softer squish. Foam and other synthetic fills are stiffer and generally much more affordable. These pillows will hold their shape better but don't look as luxurious.
Mix textures: Pattern and color mixing are important, but texture should not be overlooked. Play with the juxtaposition of smooth and rough, soft, and fuzzy. Think about faux fur, and velvet, linen, knit wools, and tasseled accents. If you keep your color and pattern theme in play, you can get creative with touch and feel.
Just the kind of mix we admire: simple, but with a bit of flair. The front features smooth velvet, the back, textural linen, giving you two great ways to change up your look. An exposed brass zipper with a chunky suede tassel adds a fun finish.
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We love the fabulous mix of textures: refined linen, embroidered raffia, and luxe oversized tassels. The eye-catching scallop pattern changes directions to give it an extra dimension. And the hand-embroidered French knots really make it pop. Amplify the look with more patterns or layer in more muted colors to let the bold embroidery take center stage.
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Textured solids and fun fringe – always a winning combination. For a touch of the unexpected, they added a contrasting stripe on two sides. Subtle hand-embroidered detailing graces the supremely soft Peruvian cotton, giving it a lovely hand feel and wonderful depth. Such a gorgeous pillow to add to your mix.
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A traditional block print. The twist? A scaled-up pattern that uses hand embroidered raffia for a pop of texture and color. We love the organic shapes and whimsical feel. Exposed brass zip and loop tassel add a luxurious touch.
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The classic bandana features a soft cotton-linen blend with a gorgeous motif and framed border. Embroidered details bring just the right amount of texture. And the exposed brass zip and looped tassel add stylish finishing touches we love.
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We love the details behind this hand-embroidered pillow: a combination of pick stitched and cross-stitched stripes, cord-piped edges, and an exposed brass zipper for added flair. The linen base gives it a casual yet refined vibe.
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Beautifully embroidered on both sides, this simple floral design is stitched onto rich chunky linen – an artful ode to the vintage Mexican textile that inspired it. Such a gorgeous pillow to add to your mix.
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Pretty textiles belong everywhere – and pillows capes aren’t just for interior spaces. Wonderfully resistant to sun and moisture, this pillow is designed for outside use, so you can be as comfortable in the garden as you are in your living room. The pattern for the print was an inspiration that came from a vintage botanical print, which we reimagined as a large-scale medallion. Highs and lows created by the printing technique give this great visual texture.
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Throw pillows are affordable, but they can definitely transform your space. They give the extra punch needed to make space stand out. Throw pillows give a room the necessary color, pattern, and ambiance needed to elevate the look into something glam or out of this world. Elevate your spaces with throw pillows, and don’t be afraid to mix and match!
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