Interiors

Tips & Tricks: How to Create the Perfectly Put Together Couch

byTeam GM

7 years ago

Decorating the space around your sofa may seem like no big deal at first blush, but when it comes down to executing your vision, things can get tricky. Since it seems like we are swapping prints in and out over our couches on a regular basis, we’ve become accustomed to creating a cohesive look—connecting the dots from sofa, to pillows, to print.

So, if you’ve ever wondered just how to create that perfectly put together couch that friends and guests will envy, then you’re in the right place! We’ve pulled together a few creative looks inspired by real-life homes with Gray Malin prints, and you can shop them right here. A rule of thumb to start you off? The easiest way to create a put-together look surrounding your couch is to pull your color palette from your favorite print, and work from there. Once you settle on a simple color scheme, simply apply that palette to any décor pieces surrounding your print. Start with a sofa that is as neutral or bold as you like, then top it off with a few thoughtfully chosen pillows, a statement throw blanket, and you’re set. Trust us, it makes designing your signature living room look a breeze.

If you don’t believe us quite yet, keep scrolling to see for yourself and get inspired! Or, let us do the heavy lifting and simply shop one of the complete looks below…

Look #1

How to Create the Perfectly Put Together Couch | GRAY MALIN

  1. Dalmatian Pillow, Gold, $35 | 2. Guida Pillow, Coral, $58 | 3. Intersect Pillow, Cream, $28 | 4. Parallels Pillow, Blush, $28 | 5. Graceful Glam II Print, $249+ | 6. Darla Faux Fur Throw, $138 | 7. Jonathan Adler Goldfinger Apartment Sofa, $3,200

Look #2

How to Create the Perfectly Put Together Couch | GRAY MALIN

  1. Dip-Dye Throw, Pool Blue, $425 | 2. Skinny Dip Print, $299+ | 3. Justina Blakeney Leafy Pillow, $99 | 4. Clarendon Pillow, Lemon, $40 | 5. Kate Spade Yorkville Embroidered Dot Pillow, $119 | 6. Gramercy 84” Sofa, Ivory, $3,395

Look #3

How to Create the Perfectly Put Together Couch | GRAY MALIN

  1. Kate Spade Yorkville Double Stripe Pillow, Pink, $129 | 2. Anlie Pillow, Honeysuckle, $43.20 | 3. Kate Spade Yorkville Sequin Leopard Pillow, $149 | 4. S. Salvatore, Positano Print, $299+ | 5. Lumine Velvet Sofa, Navy, $1,398 | 6. Isidora Tassel Throw, Taupe Stripe, $158

Look #4

How to Create the Perfectly Put Together Couch | GRAY MALIN

  1. Bolinas Hide Appliqué Pillow Cover, $128 | 2. Cesena Pillow, Teal and Cream, $67 | 3. Verna Pillow, Turquoise, $64 | 4. Aquinnah Kayaker, Martha’s Vineyard Print, $249+ | 5. Cupcakes and Cashmere Mosaic Tile Corded Pillow, $60 | 6. Kate Spade Seaport Tassel Throw, Red, $113 | 7. Hayden Sofa in Belgian Linen, Oyster, $3,998

Which one of these looks is your favorite? Will you be pulling any inspiration from these rooms for your next redesign?

We love them all, it’s hard to choose a favorite! No matter how you choose to dress your sofa, we have a feeling this fall is shaping up to be a very cozy (and chic) one… To get some more inspiration, peruse the GM shop right here.

Until next time,

Xx Team GM

Photos:Nicolette Mason, Jana Bek Design, Bows & Sequins, Gray Malin