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3 Things to Keep in Mind When Couch Shopping

3 Things to Keep in Mind When Couch Shopping

The cloud couch, a couch I think almost everyone dreams about, and I can’t blame you – what’s not to love? It looks like a literal cloud, and I’m sure it feels like you’re sitting on one too, but who wants to spend $22,000 on a couch? 

There are so many factors to consider when picking out the perfect couch for your living space, you want to make sure that it’s comfortable, timeless so it doesn’t go out of style, and one that you don’t have to ‘pivot’ to get into your place (hope you all caught that Friends reference). I’ve made a list of things to consider when picking out the perfect couch for your space. 

Style

Choosing which style will best suit your space can be pretty daunting. Especially now when home decor is entering a new maximalist approach. To achieve this “vibe”, without it being too much it’s important to choose a statement coach. Choose a muted bold colour, like navy blue or a burnt orange. These colours will still make a statement in your living room, but will go with the decor you have, even if you decide to switch it up every season.

Texture

The texture of your coach can make your coach seem and feel more luxurious. There are many factors when choosing what type of fabric will work for your home and lifestyle, you need to consider how long you want the couch to last or look pristine for, and who will actually be using the couch – if it’s a couch for your family room where your children or pets will be, then I would say stay away from linen, silk, and cotton velvet, but synthetic velvet can withstand a lot. 

Velvet couches have been trending for a while now, and for good reason.  

  • It’s an easy way to add a pop of colour and it has the ability to elevate your living space and make it look more luxurious. 
  • When styling a velvet couch it’s important to create contrast between the different textures. You can create this contrast by adding pillows and blankets. These different elements can create any vibe you are going for whether you want a cozy or lux vibe. 
  • I would suggest adding linen pillows for a cozy vibe and silk pillows for a lux vibe. Velvet coaches are so easy to style and if you get both kinds of pillow you can create a space that’s uniquely you everyday! 

Depth

When I think about a cozy couch the first thing that comes to mind is deep and fluffy, I don’t know about all of you but I like to bring my feet up and curl up on my couch, and take the occasional nap (is it just me or are the best naps the ones you take on your couch?) 

So what is the perfect depth size? First you need to consider your space, you don’t want your couch to look out of place if your space is small – if you’re looking for a deep couch without it looking out of place I would say go with something that is 23 inches deep. To balance out the look try to go for a couch with either low arms or legs, that way it doesn’t look too overwhelming in your space and gives the illusion of a proportionate space. If you do have a smaller space, avoid closed bases, they interfere with our depth perception of a room and opt for couches with an open base with height, this will create airiness and movement which will make the space feel larger than it is. To avoid “pivoting” your couch into your home, note down the measurements and draw it on some newspapers and lay it on the floor. This way you can visualize where the couch would go and how much space it will actually take up, and you’ll be able to plan around it. 

We hope these pointers help you when picking out the perfect couch for your space. Happy couch shopping! 

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