Interior Design Trends: Faux Fur (And How to Use it)

Faux fur is one of the biggest design trends out there. Ideal for anyone who wants the perks of a luxe living space, without the heavy moral burden of real animal cruelty, faux fur makes any space feel welcoming and comfortable. If you’ve always admired the trend but aren’t quite sure how to apply it to your home, here are a few quick tips.

How to Use Faux Fur in Your Space

From the bed to the living room, here are some of the hottest ways to use faux fur right now:

1. Use faux fur to add texture to a space

One of the top methods interior designers use to make a space more welcoming is to add a cozy faux fur throw. Ideal for a neat, tidy, crisp bedroom or living room, faux fur (in a color that adds to the rest of the décor) is a fantastic way to make the space feel luscious and cozy.

For best results, find a large faux fur throw from a reputable retailer like Pottery Barn and drape it over the end of a neatly-made bed or across the back of a sofa with clean, sharp lines.

2. Keep it minimal

While there is no doubt faux fur is luxurious and comforting, it is possible to go overboard. With this in mind, be sure to keep your use of the fabric to a minimum, and space it out to no more than one or two hints per room. Instead of adding a throw, rug, and pillow to a single room, choose one and keep the rest of the room’s design elements clean and straightforward.

3. Buy quality

Quality faux fur will enhance your home much more nicely than cheap faux fur. Before you make a purchase, be sure you’re buying a variety that features long “fur” and that the color of the fabric is tonal and mixed. This makes for a more authentic look and helps ensure that the room looks luxe rather than cheap.

4. Use it to offset modern elements

While modern design trends are hot right now, it can feel cold and alienating. Fortunately, faux fur is just opposite enough that it’s an excellent way to make a space feel cozy and lived-in. To combine textures and shape in a way that would make any professional designer proud, add some faux fur to the most modern spaces of your home. A wire chair, for example, will look beautiful with a faux fur pillow.

5. Care for it appropriately

Nothing is more devastating than washing and drying your faux fur only to find that it comes out matted and melted. This is a very real possibility, so be sure to check the care label on our faux fur before you throw it through the washing machine. Caring for it properly will extend its lifespan and keep the luxe look of your home intact.

Faux Fur: Design Trends Everyone Can Get Their Hands On

 Faux fur is ideal for any space and any season. By following these simple implementation and care tips, you can make your home more welcoming and comfortable by using faux fur appropriately.