Decorating & Design
January 12, 2018
Discover The “It” Fabric We’re Loving Right Now!

A favorite in the world of fashion, velvet has now made its way into the home. The versatile fabric adds a luxurious look to a space, and its plush texture is warm and inviting, too. From furniture upholstery to sumptuous wall coverings, click through to learn why velvet deserves a spot in your home.

In this light and airy factory loft, a cobalt blue velvet sofa helps soften the hard shell of the whitewashed brick wall.

A green velvet bench at the foot of the bed offers a pleasant jolt of the color and a hit of glamor to this eclectic bedroom.

This iconic Eero Saarinen dining table is punctuated by two crushed velvet chairs at the head of the table for a hit of texture.

Green velvet-upholstered stools complete the natural palette in this kitchen.

In this sunny banquette nook, moss green velvet cushions and pillows create an inviting place to dine.

A set of velvet fuchsia chairs are an unexpected, but welcome addition in this glamorous living room by House & Home‘s 2017 Designer Of The Year, Katherine Newman.

In event planner Catriona Smart’s dining room, royal blue chairs with gold detailing are the space’s showpiece.

A velvet-upholstered headboard brings texture and personality to this minimalist bedroom design.

Covering walls with velvet is a look that’s been taking interiors to the next level for centuries. Get the opulent look in your own space with this DIY.

Velvet throw pillows and a bronze chair add softness to the mix of textures in this living room.

A velvet tufted banquette paired with a custom wood table has a more casual, laid-back look in this bistro-style kitchen.

A long velvet bench paired with a colorful rug provides an eye-catching look in this home’s entryway.

In this polished living room, a cranberry red velvet sofa adds comfort and a jolt of color to the all-white space.

To complete the European look of this dining room, a velvet chair was mix-and-matched with modernized bistro-style chairs.