Turning your home into a breezy, relaxing and elegant place doesn’t require too much work. You don’t have to change any furniture, choose different wall colour, or change your drapes. All you need is just a few Hamptons style cushions that will bring you that classy marine look that will invite you to slow down, sit and have a refreshing cup of coffee or iced tea. If you’re searching for such pillows, here are some suggestions for you.
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Once you found the prints you want to get, it’s important to decide how to arrange the cushions. The arrangements mainly depend on the size of the sofa or bed. If your sofa is medium-sized, get three to five square-shaped cushions. Also, you can create a nice contrast and choose two rectangle cushions and break the monotony with one square cushion. Even if you see the cushions as decor, you’ll use them for support and napping, so make sure they have a proper filling such as memory foam filling.
Types of Prints
Hamptons Style
The Hamptons style is a sophisticated coastal decorating style. Inspired by the sea, it has an elegant and relaxed vibe. To achieve it you can choose Hamptons style cushions in the colours of the ocean. Start with soft neutral colours such as white, blue, beige, grey and sandy hues. Blue and white are the most common and popular choices for coastal cushions. And while people usually try to use one shade of blue, it’s all right to go for various shades. Choose anything from baby blue to navy blue; play with the colours. Choose a pale sky blue or marine blue, teal and sea mist and match it with bright yellow or white.
Monochromatic
The monochromatic cushions are an excellent choice if you want to add a colour base. For example, two white or yellow cushions will be a great base for your coastal-style cushions with blueprints. Your monochromatic cushions will create contrast in your seating area, making your sofas and armchairs art pieces on their own.
Stripes
The stripes are a good choice if you want to add a little playfulness to your monochromatic or coastal-style cushions. For instance, if you already have white or Hamptons-style blue cushions, the stripes will give the picture a breath of fresh air. They can give that marine look, which is so refreshing for the summer.
Tropical
If you feel like adding a bit more playfulness and exotic feeling to your living room, get tropical print cushions. This print isn’t only great for the summer months, but a great choice all year around. You can get simple tropical cushions with small prints of palm trees. They can easily match even the most contemporary and minimalist styles. Choose cushions with calmer tones such as grey, pastels, and white or pale hues of yellow and green. All it takes for them to have at least one tropical print such as leaves of palm trees, or other tropical plants and landscapes of beaches. The freshness of nature will add freshness to your living room and bedrooms as well. They can be in any shape you want – square, round, rectangle.
Geometric Shapes
These are quite popular and can look versatile on your couch, in case it’s in a simple colour such as grey, black or white. In fact, it can be in a bolder colour and you can add some playfulness with the geometric shapes prints. Add one to break the simplicity of the other cushions (in case they are basic and have no prints whatsoever). Geometric shape prints match best with monochromatic cushions but don’t hesitate to get these even if you have a romantic coastal-style cushion or two on your sofa.
How Many Is Too Many?
This is a tricky question. Some people prefer a couple of cushions and that’s it, while others don’t know when to say “when”. The truth is there are no rules set in stone about this. It’s best to consider your sofa and armchairs and see how big they are. Is there enough space on your sofa for more than two cushions? Many people go with three, but if there’s enough space, you can go with four or five. What’s important, especially for that coastal style is that your sitting area looks breezy, comfortable and inviting. So, don’t overstuff it – let the cushions be visible, and let them tell a story.
Consider Material and Stuffing
Besides choosing the right colours and prints, it’s essential that you choose cushions made with great materials. Keep in mind that over-stuffed or under-staffed cushions are equally uncomfortable. Choose models that have sufficient staffing to provide support without separating or flattening. If you want more support for your back, then memory foam is the best choice. Feather filling might feel soft and airy when you rest your back or head on them, but they tend to flatten quickly (you can re-fill them though). The outer covering is also important. Choose materials made of fabrics that won’t irritate your skin. Choose cotton, bamboo, silk, viscose or blends of these fabrics.
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