We hear this question time and time again, and our design experts are here to share: not only is it possible, but it can create a look and feel that's cozy, practical, and best of all, stylish!
While you are no longer bound to one type of material, there are a few rules to follow when mixing leather and fabric furniture. To ensure that the space maintains a cohesive design and avoids feeling overdecorated, follow these three tips in our ultimate guide to mixing leather and fabric furniture, and watch your living space come to life. The end result will be rooms that are comfortable, functional, and pleasing to the eye.
1) Pick One Design Style
If you're looking to bring in a mix of leather furniture and fabric furniture in a room, pick one design style and stick to it. This means choosing between casual vs. formal, traditional vs. modern, rustic vs. industrial, and more. If your sofa and loveseats are casual and modern, your accent chairs and coffee table should be, too.
Some people think that all leather is a "safe choice" that all looks the same. The image of a classic brown leather couch or a simple leather club chair comes to mind as the only option. These days, that simply isn't the case. A wide variety of high-quality leather dye and different grades of leather materials means that there are nearly unlimited options for leather upholstered furniture. For a leather accent chair that's more contemporary in style, check out the Natuzzi Editions Wessex Leather Chair.
2) Stick to a Color Palette
To achieve a room that's consistent and properly matched, it's important to choose a color palette for your furniture. Large leather items such as sectionals or sofas in a neutral color like beige, black, or brown pair well with fabric furniture pieces in many different colors. A leather piece in a more unusual color, such as blue or red, is unlikely to look good with neutral fabric selections. To maximize visual appeal, consult a color mixing guide.
If you're a fan of bold colors and furniture pieces that make a statement, look for home accents that can showcase this part of your style. Throw pillows with pops of color, for example, are an excellent way to create a living room with the ultimate comfort that also lets your personality shine through. Throw pillows offer many intermixable colors that can really tie a leather-fabric room scheme together.
Furthermore, don't forget to use décor accents, furniture, plants, and other elements to finish off your room's outstanding look. (homenish.com)
Beige furniture is very in, and leather pieces that feature or match this color are a great investment. Both modern and classic, they're sure to stay in style for many years to come while complementing a variety of fabric furniture.
For a modern leather sofa that fits the bill, try the Bernhardt Remi Contemporary Leather Sofa.
3) Balance It Out
Balance is important for many things in life, and mixing leather and fabric furniture is no different. The key to making a space look "right" when mixing upholsteries is to keep an even blend of leather and fabric. For example, if you have many leather pieces in a space, it may look like you have an odd man out if you add just one fabric accent chair. Instead, go for a mix by using leather couches with fabric chairs or fabric sofas and leather chairs.
Similarly, if you have fabric furniture pieces such as a sofa and loveseat, with one leather piece in the room, it can look like that item is there by accident. Instead, find a good ratio of both types of material to sprinkle throughout the room. If you're having trouble balancing it out, look for décor accents on pieces other than seating that can tie everything together, such as leather trim on decorative pieces or a neutral fabric pouf to pair with leather seating.
The Bottom Line: Leather & Fabric Together
When deciding whether to bring leather and fabric combinations into a space, our design experts get many questions. Is there a proper way to do so, and if there is, what rules should you follow? We're here to let you know that yes, you can mix leather and fabric furniture, and you can make sure that your room looks great by following just a few simple rules when choosing your pieces.
If you're looking to mix leather and fabric, the three most important things to keep in mind are your desired design style, the color palette of the space, and how much of each material you're bringing into a room. By following these three tips, your entire space can look visually appealing while staying comfy and cozy.
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Whether you're looking for upholstered chairs, accent leather sofas, or an array of home décor items, we have everything you need to create a sophisticated style throughout your space right here.
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