Velvet has a way of instantly transforming a space—it’s rich, timeless, and irresistibly touchable. Whether used in small doses or as a statement piece, this fabric adds depth and dimension like no other. As designer Jen Segall of Jen Segall Design notes, “Often associated with the holidays, velvets have become a year-round essential and can easily transform a space to make it not only glamorous but super cozy.” From pillows and curtains to custom furniture, there’s never been a better time to bring a little velvet luxury home.
01. Easy Ways to Add Velvet
There are countless ways to integrate velvet into your home. Pillows are an effortless starting point and look lovely in the living room, family room, or bedroom. Pepper makes it simple to design your own custom velvet pillows that you’ll cherish for years to come. The same goes for curtains—velvet drapery instantly elevates a living or dining room, and you can easily create your own through Pepper’s customization options.
02. Go All in With Velvet Furniture
Whether you’re styling a cozy reading nook, refreshing a bedroom, or adding an accent to your entryway, velvet furniture instantly creates a sense of warmth and polish. Every Pepper piece is made-to-order, allowing you to choose your fabric and finish so your furniture feels uniquely yours.
Paige Garland of Paige Garland Interiors appreciates velvet for several reasons. “Velvet adds depth and warmth to any space and can be used as a fun contrast against other materials that don’t have that same sheen,” she says. Garland suggests easing into velvet by upholstering an accent chair in the fabric. "This luxurious fabric is the perfect way to tone down harsh lines and merge design styles.”
03. Balancing Masculine and Feminine
Speaking of merging design styles, using velvet is an excellent way to mix the masculine and feminine within a room, says interior designer Beth Martin. “I love balancing furniture with modern or more masculine lines with candy-colored velvet as an unexpected but stylish pairing,” she explains. “You can also make an ultra-modern space instantly more approachable and comfortable by adding a statement piece covered in velvet.”
Find Your Perfect Velvet
Ready to get started and hop on the velvet bandwagon? It shouldn’t be too challenging, given that there are so many fabulous velvet hues to choose from. “Something I love about velvet is how versatile it is in different shades, from sultry jewel tones and bright vivids to soft pastels,” Garland shares.
Note that as always, you can order samples of these fabrics right to your door so that you can see, feel, and admire before making a purchase. And note that velvet is known for being able to put up with life’s little challenges. “The best thing about this fabric is that it may look delicate but is shockingly durable,” Martin says. “This makes it the perfect material for any space you want to feel chic and elevated but where you can still relax.”
