4 Ways to Mix and Match Pillows Like a Pro
We hear it all the time: For a fresh and fast update, swap a few pillows into your seasonal rotation. (Love the idea.) That is, until you’re shopping for that trio or foursome that would work together. What’s the perfect formula for mixing it up without causing too much color commotion? We’ve got a lesson plan made for you. Fellow pillow-lovers, prepare to have some fun.
Some call it a neutral. Some call it their safety. We call it your starting point. It’s wise to have one accent that will stay consistent when the seasons change.
TASSEL QUILT EURO SHAM – WHITE PILLOW by Serena & Lily
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for the decorator who has a favorite color
When it comes to color, you know what you like. Embrace it. Why? Because that go-to hue will actually weave everything together. Here’s permission to play with patterns. Navy allows the stripes and corals to sit together.
Captiva Pillow Cover - Tomato by Serena & Lily
CAPTIVA PILLOW COVER - TOMATO
Serena & Lily
Lahari Decorative Pillow by Aalamwaar Textiles
LAHARI DECORATIVE PILLOW
Navy Pom Pom Pillow by Pehr Designs
NAVY POM POM PILLOW
Pehr Designs
for the decorator who loves pattern
You won’t stop at anything to pile on the patterns. The more, the merrier. While we admire your adventurous side, we beg you to keep a few things in mind. Patterns play well together when the scale (petites with petites) and shapes (curved edges with curved edges) stick together. It keeps the eye from getting overstimulated.
Palm Leaf Pillow Cover – Teal by Serena & Lily
PALM LEAF PILLOW COVER – TEAL
Palm Leaf Pillow Cover – Dijon by Serena & Lily
PALM LEAF PILLOW COVER – DIJON
Captiva Pillow Cover - Navy by Serena & Lily
CAPTIVA PILLOW COVER - NAVY
for the decorator who isn’t afraid of taking risks
Then pillows are the way to go. (Good for the budget, too.) Go bold with color (neon yellow) and pattern (colorful dragon), but then introduce a grounding piece (faux fur) that’s unexpected. And totally gorgeous.
Faux Zelda Pillow by Safavieh
FAUX ZELDA PILLOW
Mandarin Brights Colorful Dragon Pillow by Design Legacy
MANDARIN BRIGHTS COLORFUL DRAGON PILLOW
Karma Pillow by Frog Hill Designs
KARMA PILLOW
for the decorator with a modern edge
Your sofa is calling for some dimension. Don’t be afraid to incorporate some graphic prints and bold colors into the mix.
Remix Yellow Pillow by Ferm Living
REMIX YELLOW PILLOW
Fragment Cushion - Blue by Ferm Living
FRAGMENT CUSHION - BLUE
Fragment Cushion - Grey by Ferm Living
FRAGMENT CUSHION - GREY
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What you should know when it comes to decorating with patterns.
