When it comes to decorating your home, you often first think of the larger, functional pieces of furniture. Wardrobes, sofas, beds – they’re always at the top of the priority list. However, if you are looking to go beyond the basic necessities and create an expertly styled space, it’s time to take notice of the smaller details – yes, we’re talking about textiles.
From satin to suede, there are hundreds of textiles and textures for you to choose from, and each fabric you use in your home enhances your interior style. So, how do you know which one is right for you? Luckily, the UK’s leading online design-led furniture brand, Swoon, and its interior designers, are here to reveal all. Continue reading to discover which fabric is most suited to your personality and lifestyle, according to the professionals.
Velvet – ‘the socialite’
If you’re a fun loving, super social twenty-something (or at least still party like one!), velvet is your ultimate go-to fabric. Bold, spirited, and chic – velvet is a versatile textile that can be used all around your home, on anything from suave sofas to whimsical wallpaper.
To incorporate this into your social abode, why not treat your inevitable overnight guests to a sumptuous sleep on a crushed velvet sofa bed? Reminiscent of the opulence of the 1920’s, crushed velvet emanates luxurious, cocktail party vibes.
Linen – ‘the mother’
Whether you have children, four legged friends, or you are just the mother of the friendship group, we bet you love a chilled out, early night in bed after a long day. And, what better fabric to unwind upon than linen? If you’d love to replicate the ‘Coastal Grandma’ trending style, or simply love a minimalistic, natural aesthetic, linen is the ideal fabric to enhance your current interior to the next level.
Corduroy – ‘the hipster’
You’re cool, and you know it. You listened to that popular artist before they were famous, and most of your clothes have had more than one previous owner. We get it. We bet you’ve got some corduroy in your wardrobe, but did you know you can incorporate it into your abode, too? With its distinctive cord pattern, this fabric stands out, but not in an obvious way – just like you.
Boucle – ‘the trend-setter’
You’re all about trends and staying on top of them – from styles straight off the runway to chic vintage pieces from eras long gone. Since you’re always on it with the nation’s current obsessions, we can only guess you have this fashionable fabric in your abode already. Yes, we’re talking about boucle. This organic looped fibre fabric is all of the rage at the moment, oozing modern cosy vibes into any space.
To absorb this trending textile into your abode (if you haven’t already), we recommend going minimal and thinking small – remember, less is more. The finishing touches are the cherry on top when it comes to interiors, so why not add a sophisticated ottoman footstool embellished with the fabric?
Yarn – ‘the homebody’
You’re probably reading this from the comfort of your living room. Candles are lit, Netflix is on, a freshly prepared dish is bubbling along in the oven – you’re a homebody. You enjoy nothing more than an evening in, playing board games with your loved ones, enjoying each other’s company from the comfort of your own home. With this in mind, the fabric most suited to your personality, unsurprisingly, is the humble and homely yarn.
So, which one of these fabulous fabrics do you gravitate towards based on your personality traits? Whether you are a linen lover, or a boucle aficionado – incorporating different textures and textiles into your home will naturally enhance your interior style without spending a fortune. All that’s left to do now is to get shopping
