As the nights draw in and the days get shorter, all we can think about is getting cosy at home. Chunky scarves, fluffy socks, and mugs of hot chocolate are going to be our favourite accessories for the next few months, and our homes deserve a cosy upgrade too!
The perfect way to achieve this is to incorporate layering into your interior décor. This trend is all about strategically combining different textures, colours, patterns, and materials to create an inviting atmosphere.
It’s a great way to add depth and interest to your space, and it can be achieved in so many different ways. From layering Blinds and Curtains together at your windows, to layering mood lighting, there are almost endless combinations to embrace that lived-in, homely feel.
So, get comfy with that mug of hot cocoa, and let’s take a look through some of our top tips for creating the cosiest, most indulgent home this autumn.
1. Mix Different Textures
An easy way to introduce layering into your space is by combining furniture and accessories in different textures to create a multisensory experience. Think smooth leather sofas draped with chunky knit throws and boucle cushions scattered throughout the room in warm brown and soft cream shades to accentuate that indulgent homely feel further.
Embrace this even more by layering different textured curtains and venetian blinds at your window. Highlight wood accents throughout your space by choosing a real wood blind and pairing this with luxuriously soft velvet curtains to add gorgeous depth at your windows with a stunningly tactile feel.
2. Layered Lighting
Consider the way light impacts your space – we’ve all seen the ‘big light vs lamps’ debate on TikTok – and as the evenings get longer, it’s the perfect time to play with different levels and shades of natural and artificial light in your home. Lamps and sconces are a great way to explore this, spread them out at different heights across your space to achieve a stunning mix of ambient and accent lighting. Adding Blackout Blinds and Blackout Curtains is a great way to make the most of your mood lighting, giving you complete control over the light levels in your home day & night.
3. Layering Blinds & Curtains
Autumn sunsets have a perfect evening glow that pairs wonderfully with mood lighting, and the best way to enjoy this is with layered Curtains at your window. Pair a voile fabric with a pair of Blackout Curtains so your space can bask in the evening haze as the light is cast in a soft glow thanks to the sheer material, whilst still maintaining your privacy once night does draw in.
Pick shades that complement your space, or if you aren’t sure where to start, neutral tones are always a cosy, timeless choice. And for even more interest and depth at your windows, consider choosing fabrics with subtle yet contrasting patterns.
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4. Combining Old & New Interior Designs
Perhaps the best way to make a space feel warm, cosy, and homely is to fill it with things that mean a lot to you. Souvenirs from trips, date nights, inside jokes, or mementos from childhood tell a unique story and never fail to make a space feel inviting thanks to the nostalgia they invoke.
Our Disney Home x Sanderson collection is the perfect way to incorporate this into your space. This nostalgic wander through childhood memories is inspired by over 100 years of creative storytelling. This magical collaboration celebrates whimsical beauty and iconic design across a range of timeless and fun patterns.
The key is choosing patterns that have meaning to you, and as an icon of British design, William Morris prints are a great place to look. Morris specialised in timeless creations, perfect for adding a touch of vintage nostalgia to your décor for a lived-in, homely feel.
Pair V&A William Morris curtains with complementary cushions scattered throughout the space to tie the theme together, and layer a neutral Roman Blind behind the curtains for added depth and luxury.
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Hopefully we’ve given you some inspiration on how you can incorporate layering into your home decor this autumn, why not take advantage of our free sample service to find the perfect new blinds and curtains for your interior scheme?
Happy decorating!
