Ahhh, velvet. It is so smooth and soft. It can add texture and richness to a space like nothing else can. I have had a love affair with velvet for a while now and thought it would be fun to show you some of my favorite examples I have seen around the web. I'm sure after browsing through all these gorgeous images, you will see why I am crushing on velvet.
Headboards
Can you imagine leaning against a plush, velvet headboard as you read in bed? This vibrant green is to die for!
Source: ModShop
And of course, since navy has my heart, I love this one! It is a DIY project too. Can you believe it?
Source: Place Of My Taste
Gray would go with just about everything so you could change out pillows and bedding and it would always work. This whole space is stunning!
Source: Vanessa Francis
I love the contrasting piping on the edges of this headboard. So pretty!
Source: Z Design At Home
Bedding
While I may not choose velvet in the summer time (unless it was a thin), I can't think of a sexier choice for your bedroom. It instantly makes the space look more luxurious!
Source: Adairs
This green is a bold choice but looks so good with warm wood tones and crisp white.
Source: The Resident
Gray bedding makes for a soothing space.
Source: Restoration Hardware
Curtains
These navy drapes make the space!
Source: Emily Henderson
In the bathroom? Why not!
Source: Domino
I'd love to spend a relaxing weekend in this room!
Source: House Beautiful
I am dying over this color!
Source: InStyle
Pillows
Pillows are a great way to try out a trend. I have several velvet pillows and they are easier to maintain than I would have thought. Years later they still look new!
Source: Caitlyn Wilson
Your eye goes right to those gorgeous gold pillows!
Source: Domino
Sofas & Chairs
I LOVE velvet upholstered furniture. The fact that this beauty is navy seals the deal.
Source: Caitlyn Wilson
This gold sofa has a vintage feel that I love.
Source: Enter My Attic
Green is so hot right now. I am seeing green velvet couch popping up all over the internet. After seeing this whole room, I can see why!
Source: Suburban Bees
One day I will have a velvet wing back chair. Maybe I will even choose pink!
Source: Darling Magazine
Benches & Ottomans
Don't want to commit to a sofa? Why not a bench or ottoman?
Source: Decor Pad
I added one to my sister's closet recently. It makes the space!
Source: Stacy Risenmay
This plum ottoman has me rethinking my navy obsession.
Source: Apartment Therapy
Coffe table and ottoman. Pure perfection!
Source: Elle
You can never have too much velvet. I love all the gray tones in this room.
Source: Dear Lillie
I think this might be my favorite space. I love every single detail. The stairs, that RUG!, all the light, and of course the bench.
Source: 1st Dibs
Normally I am not the biggest fan of orange, but I want to take this bench home!
Source: Style Me Pretty
How cozy does this built-in bench look!
Source: Studio Karin
Velvet + piping = Awesomeness. This little entry is so sweet!
Source: DecorPad
I would happily sit next to the window on this pretty pink bench.
Source: Urban Outfitters
Which velvet example was your favorite? Do you use velvet in your decorating?
Well, you certainly got me thinking! I had that pink chair at one point in my life...it was a recuse from a fallen off truck and the people were just going to throw it away because of a few scuffs. I sewed up some arm covers that coordinated and also made a skirt that hid the damage to the legs and presto...a new beautiful chair for moi!
The rich curtains had me thinking of Scarlet O'Hara who made a fashionable dress out of them...because that was all the material left in her world! Hmmm??? ;-)
Great pics and ideas! Thanks so much for sharing!
I usually go crazy for navy as well, but that first green one is just WOW so beautiful!! Love it!