Sofa styling

Kerry Laird, interior designer at Fishpools in Waltham Cross, gives a guide to dressing your sofa

- Kerry Laird

Dressing a sofa is not just about aesthetics but also comfort. Few things beat curling up in your favourite spot, so it’s essential to invest in the right soft furnishings – plush cushions and cosy throws are key – to create a welcoming retreat. Whether you’re updating your sofa or you’ve taken the plunge and picked out your dream piece, it’s time to begin choosing accessories. Consider the overall scheme and look you are trying to achieve before diving headfirst into the cushion department. Soft furnishings and accent furniture should not only suit the style of the sofa, they should also tie the room together by echoing pieces such as rugs, wall art, lampshades or curtains.