Soft Furnishings
Soft furnishings are the quickest way to change how a room looks and feels. A throw over the arm of a sofa, a new set of cushion covers or a sculptural knot pillow on the bed can make a space feel warmer, more finished and more personal, without repainting or buying new furniture. The Mikolia soft furnishings collection brings together throws, cushion covers and decorative pillows chosen to work together, so you can layer colour, pattern and texture with confidence.
Every piece in the Mikolia edit is picked with the same eye as the rest of our home décor: easy-to-live-with neutrals, rich textures and a few bolder prints for character. Whether you are refreshing a sofa, dressing a bed or looking for a thoughtful gift, this is the place to start.
Throws for sofas and beds
A good sofa throw does two jobs. It adds warmth on cooler evenings, and it pulls a room together by bringing a new texture to a plain sofa or armchair. Our throws collection includes throws for sofas, couch throws and throws for beds in sizes from 130 x 180cm up to 200 x 230cm, so there is an option for every seat and mattress.
For a large bed throw or an extra large sofa throw, look at the Large Camel Faux Fur Throw Blanket. At 200 x 230cm it is generous enough to cover a double bed or a full-length sofa, making it ideal if you are shopping for large throws for sofas. The Large Chocolate Brown Plush Throw Blanket and Large Copper Brown Plush Throw Blanket, both 180 x 200cm, are soft, cosy throw blankets for sofa and bed in warm, deep tones. If you prefer a woven texture, our fringed throw blankets come in three sizes each: the Floral Tree, Abstract Texture and Forest Silhouette designs pair soft cream grounds with camel or black patterns.
Faux fur throws and blankets
If you are searching for a faux fur throw or faux fur blanket, you will find some of the softest faux fur throws in our edit here. A dense faux fur pile catches the light and gives a sofa, armchair or bed an instant sense of comfort and luxury. The Zebra Print Faux Fur Throw Blanket in cream and black brings a bold animal print to maximalist and transitional interiors, while the camel faux fur throw is a neutral luxury throw for calmer, tonal schemes. Both are premium faux fur throws for UK homes that want warmth and style in equal measure, and both work as an oversized, luxury sofa throw or a statement layer on the bed.
Choosing the right throw size
- 130 x 180cm to 150 x 200cm: armchairs, loveseats and compact couches, or for wrapping up while you read.
- 180 x 180cm to 180 x 200cm: standard two and three-seater sofas, or folded across the foot of a double bed.
- 180 x 230cm to 200 x 230cm: oversized sofa throws, corner sofas and double or king-size beds.
As a guide, a bed throw roughly 40cm wider than your mattress will hang neatly over both sides, while a sofa throw looks best when it covers the seat and falls part of the way down the front.
Cushion covers in 45 x 45cm and 50 x 50cm
Cushion covers are the easiest soft furnishing to change with your mood or the time of year. The Mikolia cushion covers collection brings together premium quality cushion covers in the two most popular sizes: 45x45 cushion covers, which fit most sofa cushions, and 50x50 cushion covers for a fuller, more generous look. Designs range from embroidered damask, kilim and chevron patterns to gold jacquards, textured tassel weaves, faux fur and cut velvet, so there are sofa cushion covers for every style.
For modern home cushion covers with real character, try the Equestrian Horse Wool-Blend Cushion Cover in 50 x 50cm, or add softness with the Tiger Stripe Faux Fur Cushion Cover. Living room cushion covers in cream and gold, such as the Greek Key and Wave Jacquard designs, bring a subtle shimmer to a neutral sofa. Our covers are sold without fillings, so pair them with the Cushion Pad Insert with Zip, available in 45 x 45cm and 50 x 50cm.
Decorative pillows
Mikolia decorative pillows are designed as accents rather than everyday cushions. The Woven Knot Decorative Pillow at 32 x 32cm and the Knot Ball Decorative Pillow at 27 x 27cm are sculptural, tactile pieces in taupe, grey and camel. Place one in front of a row of sofa cushions, in the corner of an armchair or on a made bed for a finishing touch that looks as considered as any piece of décor.
How to layer soft furnishings
Start with one throw and build around its colours. Choose two or three cushion covers that repeat those tones in different textures, for example a faux fur cover, an embroidered cover and a smooth jacquard, then add a knot pillow as the accent. Mixing sizes adds depth: 50 x 50cm cushions at the back, 45 x 45cm in front and a smaller decorative pillow at the very front. Keep patterns in different scales so they sit together rather than compete, and repeat at least one colour across every piece.
Room by room
Living room. The sofa is the heart of most living rooms, and a throw and cushions are what make it feel inviting. Drape a sofa throw over one arm or loosely across the back, and group cushions in odd numbers for a relaxed look. Browse our living room collection for vases, sculptures and ornaments that pick up the same colours.
Bedroom. A bed throw folded across the lower third of the bed adds warmth and a layered, hotel-style finish. Add two 50 x 50cm cushion covers against the pillows and a decorative pillow in front. Find more ideas in our bedroom collection.
Reading corners and home offices. A smaller throw over an armchair and a single textured cushion turn a quiet corner into somewhere you actually want to sit.
Through the seasons
Soft furnishings are the simplest way to adjust a room through the year. In autumn and winter, layer faux fur throws, plush blankets and deeper tones such as chocolate, copper and camel for warmth. In spring and summer, lighten things up with cream woven throws and cushion covers in cream and gold, soft teal or mustard. Throws and covers fold away easily, so it is simple to keep two looks and swap them as the seasons change.
Soft furnishings as gifts
A throw blanket or a set of cushion covers makes a thoughtful gift that is used every day. They suit housewarmings, birthdays, weddings and anyone moving into a new home, and they are a welcome present over the festive season too. A faux fur throw feels especially generous, while a pair of cushion covers with matching pad inserts makes an easy, complete gift. For something more personal, pair a throw with a knot pillow in a matching tone.
Delivery
Enjoy free UK standard delivery on orders over £100. Orders under £100 are delivered by standard delivery for £3.99 in 3 to 5 working days. Next working day delivery is available for £5.99 when you order before 12pm, Monday to Thursday. Orders placed after 12pm on Friday or over the weekend are delivered on Tuesday. Every order is fully tracked, and delivery estimates apply to in-stock items only.
More at Mikolia
Soft furnishings sit alongside the rest of the Mikolia home décor edit. Explore our home accessories, including candle holders, scented candles and wall art, or shop by room in our living room and bedroom collections. You can also bring in fresh greenery with our artificial flowers and plants. Whatever your style, Mikolia has the finishing touches to make your home feel complete.
