Be inspired and discover practical tips on choosing and styling a throw, perfecting your bedroom décor to create a cosy, stylish bedroom haven.

A bed is usually the most significant investment and the largest piece of furniture in most people's bedrooms. How you dress this centre piece makes a huge impact on the overall feel and style of your room, so it’s important to get it right!

A throw is a simple and cost-effective way to elevate and inject some personality into your sleep sanctuary. Read on as we guide you through practical tips on choosing and using a throw to transform your bedroom.

 

What do I need to consider when choosing a throw?

Ultimately, choosing a throw comes down to personal preference. But, with bed styling, whether you’re looking for relaxed and cosy or cool and contemporary, there are things you should consider.

• Proportionate Size

Getting the size of your throw right is crucial. It can lose impact and look lost on a big bed if it's too small. Similarly, one that is too big can swamp and become too dominant in your bedroom.

Consider the size of your bed and throw styling, which we’ll explore further.

•  Appropriate Material

Firstly consider the main purpose of the throw on your bed.

Is it purely decorative or to add warmth and an extra layer?

If it’s more of a style statement, the type of material is less important; go for what you love. If you're looking for a throw to add a more functional element to your bed, opt for heavier knit or faux fur materials.

It’s essential to consider the seasons when choosing a throw. Go for cosier, heavier fabrics in winter, like fleece and faux fur, and lighter cotton and linen in summer.

•  Neutral, Colour or Pattern?

Neutral tones add a soft, elegant feel to your space and never go out of fashion. But if you're looking to make a statement, bold colours or patterns can add a more defined focal point.

Whichever you're leaning towards, it must complement your bedroom décor and bedding. Especially with patterns, choose more subtle colours elsewhere so the throw doesn’t become lost or clash with existing prints in cushions or curtains.

If your bedroom colour scheme is muted, a pop of colour or pattern will add visual interest.

Styling advice and techniques for placing a throw on your bed.

Once you decide on a throw, how do you place it on your bed?

Platforms like Instagram and Pinterest are invaluable resources for great visuals of what's possible. This is the time to get creative and experiment with different looks for your bedroom scheme.

Here are just a few techniques for styling a throw:

•  Simple Fold

A classic yet stylish statement, this is possibly the most common way to showcase a throw.

Fold your throw in half, third, or even quarters if it's large, lengthways, and drape at the end of your bed.

This technique is also great for heavier, more cosy fabrics that you can easily pull up at night to add warmth and comfort.

•  Casual Throw

If you’re looking for a casual but perfectly styled effect, ‘throwing’ your chosen textile in this  ‘less is more’ way adds a relaxed feel to your bed.

Pinch your throw in the centre and lay diagonally across the bed. The idea here is to have the ends of the throw casually falling off the side.

This works particularly well with lighter fabrics that are not too bulky and will drape beautifully. Throws with fringing are ideal and will add an extra dimension.

•  Diagonally Draped

This is neat, more casual styling.

Fold your throw in half lengthways or a couple of times into a square shape and place it over one corner of the bed in a diagonal direction.

The key here is to play with what works for the type of throw you have – if it’s a thick, heavy throw, it might be too bulky to fold more than once, so a longer, more rectangular shape would work better.

•   Horizontal Runner

A smart style statement that’s reminiscent of hotel bedroom styling.

Fold your throw lengthways and lay horizontally across the middle of your duvet.

This works well with neutral or patterned throws and draws the eye to the centre of the bed, creating an attractive focal point.

•  Layering

Layering throws is perfect if you want to create a cosy, luxurious look.

Mix up materials and tones, and layer across the bottom of your bed.

A great combination would be a sumptuous fur throw folded in half, topped with a lighter-weight fabric folded so that you can still see the complementing base throw.

 

Enhance your space with carefully selected accessories.

Adding accessories is a simple way to add style and update any room. With bedroom styling, finishing touches like throws can set the tone and create a warm, welcoming haven you look forward to retreating to.

Don’t forget to consider your whole bedroom décor scheme when adding textiles so they complement each other. Look at the curtains, cushions and bedding colours before choosing your throw.

We specialise in furniture and home accessories that inspire and transform your homes. Browse our beautiful range of throws, ideal for refining your bedroom styling, at www.theshowhomecompany.com

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