Love your carpet but craving a change? You don’t need to swap it out with the seasons. Instead, layer in throw cushions and runner rugs to give your space a fresh look while keeping your favourite rug as the foundation. Here’s how to style a rug with cushions and runners for a seasonal update.
A Timeless Rug + Seasonal Trends
The seasonal styling formula starts with a carpet you truly love. Neutral area rugs and vintage carpets have enduring appeal and will make a strong and long-lasting foundation for your space. Once you’ve found the right one, you can keep it in place for years to come.
While your hero rug stays put, you can embrace cushion and runner styling trends to introduce the latest colours and textures without committing to a full redecoration project.
Seasonal Rug Styling with Cushions and Runners
Switching out small décor accessories lets you introduce a seasonal note that chimes with the change in the weather. When the temperature rises, for example, you might want to opt for light and breezy styles like blue cushions, crisp whites and natural fibres such as linen to transform your home into a summer sanctuary. For autumn/winter, on the other hand, it’s all about rich colours and cosy textures: think jewel-toned velvet cushions and co-ordinating plush carpet runners to layer over your larger rugs.
Layer Cushions for Colour and Comfort
Pairing throw cushions with carpets is a quick and easy seasonal switch for your interior. Choose plain styles such as green velvet cushions to pick up the accent colours in your carpet, or, if you have a plain carpet, use patterned cushions that feature this colour as a highlight.
Add Runners to Change the Mood
We often think of runners for hallways and other odd corners, but layering runner rugs over large carpets can transform your home for the new season. Seasonal décor tips for rugs include placing a colourful patterned carpet runner over a neutral area rug for a trend-led dash of colour that won’t break the bank.
Conclusion
With a few strategic swaps, such as introducing velvet cushions in winter or a geometric runner rug in summer, you can refresh your favourite carpet without raising the stakes. Explore more carpet layering ideas and shop the collection today to create your own seasonal layers.
FAQs
How do I match cushions with my carpet?
You can use plain cushions to pick up the accent colour in your carpet or vice versa.
Do you sell matching runners and cushions?
We don’t sell them as matching sets but you can browse by colour to find coordinating runners and cushions.
How often should I update my décor with runners or throws?
Aim for twice a year: spring/summer and autumn/winter.