Hello, Your Living Room *Needs* a Rug, and One of These 32 Will Do the Trick

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I'm gonna give you some tough love real quick: It doesn't matter how much effort you've put into your living room, it is simply not complete without a living room rug pulling everything together. Yes, your cloud couch dupe, perfectly ploppable reading chair, and fab drink table are lovely, but they're kinda just floating about without a chic rug anchoring them, ~uniting~ them, if you will. But, you knew that already, otherwise you wouldn't be here.

Or, maybe you just got your first apartment (yay!) and are literally starting from scratch. First, don't sweat—it's all going to come together. Two, might I suggest falling face-first in love with a bomb-as-hell living room rug, and then building out the rest of the room around it? You'd literally be starting from the ground up! And you'd have somewhere cozy-ish to sit until your furniture came in lol.

Either way, I'm here to help. In this here list of super cute living room rugs, I have indeed covered all the vibes—you’ll find modern rugs with geometric patterns, colorful medallion area rugs, neutral jute rugs, and a whole bunch more.

And if watching an unholy amount of Hilary Farr and Joanna Gaines on HGTV has taught me anything, it's that you can really add some depth and visual interest by layering two rugs on top of each other. The warmth and texture this creates in a space is top-tier, and I guarantee all your friends will be wildly impressed with your ~designer prowess~ at your next game night.

So whether you are currently mood boarding your living room or need to give your current space a refresh, keep on scrolling for 32 living room rug ideas you’ll love.

Dream Rug Bright

This one is so versatile that you'll get the biggest bang for your buck. Throw it in a living room, playroom, or even stick smaller ones on the wall for an unexpected tapestry-like flair.

Wiam Cowhide Leather Geometric Area Rug

Ever since I first saw this genuine leather rug, it hasn't left my brain. I know it might not be your first instinct (if not for the price tag alone), but it immediately adds an insane amount of texture. Real leather plus a checkered pattern? I mean it's a subtle statement if you ever wanted one.

Camel Faux Rabbit Shag Rug

Okay, just imagine your bare little toes sinking into this ultra plush high pile rug. Now imagine that you can throw it in the washer. That is what dreams becoming reality looks like, people!

Greenwich Abstract Wool Area Rug

I'd never thought I'd lay eyes on perfection...until I saw this bad boy. This low-pile beaut hits all the major points: curved edges, bold colors, and squiggles. We love an unconventional take!

Hawa Mahal Cotton Rug

Never met a tassled rug I didn't like. If you're going for a fun, moody vibe in your living room, you've found the perfect piece to bring it all together.

Element Rug Rain

You know that feeling you get when you walk through a park after a light rain, and everything has the prettiest slight glisten? Yeah, that's what this stunner was going for, and it'll totally brighten up your drabby apartment.

Blue Mottled Medallion Area Rug

If you like traditional- or vintage-style decor in your living room, this not-too-bright (but not-too-boring!) area rug will complement it like a dream.

Angled Modern Form Jute Rug

Going for a monochrome look? You’ll definitely want to add some texture, and this chunky basketweave rug will do the trick.

Delphina Delft Blue Rug

Inspired by 17th-century porcelain, this dark denim blue and pearl white color scheme is truly so dreamy and would be such an elegant addition to your living room.

Inkdrop Black & Ivory Rug

We’re obsessed with the modern vibe of this Jonathan Adler rug—and if you have gold furniture, you needed this yesterday.

Pisolino Sunset Rug

As you can tell, rust, chestnut, and burnt orange couches absolutely need to be sitting on top of this sunset-toned rug.

Tobias Area Rug

Maximalists, this one’s for you! The gold details will make your bold furniture look even more vibrant.

Domino Rug

This Y2K-inspired rug is giving major fairy girl vibes and I’m here for it.

Fluffy Faux Sheepskin Shag Rug

It’s soft, chic, and surprisingly easy to clean according to reviews: “I’ve washed it in our washing machine using cold water and dried it several times,” one person wrote. “It looks the same as the day I first [bought it]."

Herman Beige/Brown Area Rug

If you haven’t hopped on the faux cowhide rug trend yet, what are you even doing? Not only do they work well as a centerpiece for most living room decor styles, they're literally ideal for layering on top of a larger area rug.

Poolside Geo Indoor/Outdoor Rug

A statement-making geometric rug like this one will help set the tone for your entire living room. So if you’re just getting started on the design (or if you’re in a creative rut and need some inspo!), this blue and white cutie is the rug for you!

Infinity Shag Rug

If your living room design is almost complete—and you’re just looking for a cute but simple rug to tie it all together—add this solid shag rug to your cart.

Peach Rosette Medallion Area Rug

I mean, how about this peachy dream, right? It’s made of sustainably-sourced synthetic fibers so it’s machine-washable, and spill- and stain-resistant!

Balos Hand Tufted Viscose Black/Ivory Rug

This is such a fun play on the classic black-and-white stripes, but with an unexpected twist.

Gingham Rug

Your search for the perfect coastal chic rug has finally ended. Lie and say this doesn't make you believe in love at first sight!

Viviana Hand-Knotted Brown/White Rug

Okay, yes, she's pricey, but she's durable and can go with you from apartment to apartment! So it's like you didn't pay that much after all. Girl math.

Astor Area Rug

The freeform design is stylish, playful, and will match all of your neutral decor.

Obelisk Cotton Rug

Orange tassels add a little something ~extra~ to this already-cool Art Deco rug that’s handmade in Egypt.

Acadia Animal Print Rug

I couldn’t not include a cheetah print rug. Thanks to an innovative pairing of acrylic and polyester fibers, this one looks like leather but feels super soft.

Santibanez Earthy Sand Area Rug

You really can’t go wrong with a braided jute rug—this earth-toned one can lean boho, coastal, or country, depending on how you style it.

Chroma Clouded Impressionism Rug

This colorful cutie will breathe life and excitement into your space without totally stealing the show.

Traditional Vintage Burgundy Rug

The deep burgundy hue is hot, sophisticated, and red wine stain-friendly. You’re welcome.

Orwell Striped Handmade Flatweave Rug

Turn your living room into a coastal oasis with this neutral striped rug, which will look So! Good! under a black, gold, or wood coffee table.

A Teal Hand-Tufted Rug

This unique hand-tufted wool rug—which is bound to be the center of attention at your next dinner party—is made using woven pieces that are manufactured in a small village along the Nile Delta in Egypt. So yeah, safe to say it’s worth the $$$.

Arlena Vintage Rug

If you like the moodiness of a black rug but don’t want your living room to feel too dark, try this sleek and durable one with faint white details throughout.

Hapsburg Moroccan Shag Rug

Add dimension to your space with this super textured boho-inspired rug.

Abstract Modern Area Rug

If you’re a plant parent, this splatter paint stunner will make your greenery stand out. And reviewers say the colors are just as vibrant IRL as they are in the photos!

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