If you asked me 10 years ago what I thought about slipcovers I would have simply answered: “I don’t.” Slipcovers? You mean those things that grandmothers and neat freaks cover their sofas with? No way, they were not on my decorating radar. Fast forward to today, and here I am writing a blog about slipcovers and (gasp!) how they’ve become wonderful attributes to my household.
So what changed? I gave birth. Contrary to popular belief, the fact that my water broke on our unprotected sofa wasn’t the moment I became a slipcover convert. I think it may have been after my daughter had spit up on the sofa for the, uh, let’s see, twentieth time. Or perhaps I was convinced that having a slipcover wasn’t such a bad idea when she accidentally pooped on the sofa. Either way, it didn’t take much for me to go shopping for a slipcover after that.
Add a slipcover, transform your room. It’s not exactly my mantra, but I believe it’s true. Slipcovers are an affordable way to give your furniture a facelift, and not in a plasticky-grandma’s-house-sort-of-way. Once I saw the incredible variety of slipcovers available I was hooked. Slipcovers in warm hues, contemporary neutrals, and varied prints and textures… what’s not to like? Moreover, I learned that slipcovers aren’t just for sofas. Loveseats, recliners, dining room chairs, even ottomans can get a visual lift from slipcovers.
Since I was new to the world of slipcovers I started off very conservatively. I purchased two covers in stone and khaki. If you are a newcomer to the slipcover scene, I would recommend sticking with neutrals, including linen, taupe, sand and wheat. The colors are versatile; they blend well with almost any style of décor; and they can be used year round.
If you are a bit more daring you could consider going with a variation of green (sage, olive and moss). Other popular colors this season include eggplant, antique gold, caramel and cinnamon. The colors coordinate well with anything from contemporary to shabby chic to southwest to traditional decor.
My slipcovers are cotton (great if you have pets or kids), but you can find more luxurious slipcover fabrics, including faux leather (which are durable and easy to spot clean), chenille and velvet. If you are a crafty person you could even embellish your slipcovers with rope, fringe, or buttons to add texture or a splash of color.
Do you use slipcovers?
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