By: Kristine Nelson | Updated: January 14, 2025
How to Style Sofa Throw Pillows Like a Pro
Give your space an instant, affordable style boost with throw pillows! To style them like a true pro, start with a cohesive color palette (3–5 colors works well) and mix sizes and shapes for visual interest. A balanced look is key, so follow the 2-2-1 rule: two pillows on each side of the sofa with a standout in the middle. Add different textures and patterns to keep things from feeling too matchy-matchy; show off your unique style and have fun with it! Read on for throw pillow style ideas for your sofa.
Botanical Bounty
Cultivate couch comfort with this spring-friendly, floral throw pillow look! We love printed pillows in various sizes, patterns and textures paired with eye-catching figural styles and a cozy throw for that gardener off duty vibe.

Mystical Menagerie
We foresee your living room’s newest, plushest focal point! Create a magical moment with throw pillow embroidered with traditional talismans and tarot card imagery set amongst a backdrop of complementary-hued pillows in mismatched prints.

Color Cozy
This maximalist throw pillow look is heavy on the hues: think contrasting bright red, deep teal and sunny yellow styles featuring a variety of bold prints. Select a few styles that spark joy and pair them with a throw featuring similar shades to tie them all together.

All Is Calm
Need a breather from the holiday season? Try this cozy, subdued throw pillow style. Look for pillows in calming creams and soft textures paired with gray-green styles and a throw. Top it off with sweetly shaped throw pillow styles in matching hues for an arrangement perfect for curling up with a cup of cocoa.

Christmas Cheer
This Christmas, get ready to rock classic red and green in an extra-festive way! Think throw pillows in reds, greens and neutral creams, featuring merry images, textures and patterns. Choose what sparks joy—but bonus points for iconic shapes (we love a peppermint pillow). Pair it with a plaid throw for a hint of traditional charm.

Winter Hues
Chase away any hint of the winter blues with this fresh and cozy throw pillow look. Opt for neutral pillows in soft textures and trending shapes, alongside velvet pillows in minty blues and greens. Anchor the look with a final, patterned throw pillow that incorporates both color palettes and a soft throw in the hue of your choice.

Folkloric Forest
Add some woodsy whimsy to your sofa with this nature-inspired throw pillow arrangement. Start by putting the “fun” in “fungi” with a statement-making mushroom pillow and a matching velvet pillow. Add a soft-hued decorative pillow in a complementary color paired with a matching, jewel-toned throw for an eclectic look that brings the outdoors in.

Whimsy Wonderland
For a playful holiday throw pillow arrangement with kitschy vibes, look no further! Pair bright, colorful pillows featuring merry phrases and scenes with retro icons (who doesn’t love a disco ball?). Top it off with a cozy throw with pops of rainbow hues for a comfy couch look that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

Foodie Faves
Bring some kidulting to your couch with a whimsical throw pillow arrangement featuring bright, colorful food icons. Shop our ever-evolving collection of on-trend pillows fit for every foodie palate—just grab your faves and show off your great taste!

Sophisticated Softness
Make a subtle-yet-stylish statement! Soft hues are the name of the game in this throw pillow look, so think neutral creams and pretty pastels for a chic place to sit back and relax or gather with friends. A velvet floor cushion paired with additional plush pillows ups the cozy factor while providing additional seating.

Crafted Color
Take a style cue from your crafting corner. This throw pillow grouping gathers an array of embroidered pillows in a variety of colors and textures for a soft space that invites you to sit and stay awhile. We love pastel and watercolor-inspired hues paired with different shades of green for an eclectic look with spring freshness.

Striking Shapes
Contemporary charm meets cozy comfort. This new-and-now throw pillow style features a plethora of patterns in contrasting black and neutral tones. An embroidered pillow in a pop of playful orange paired with a multicolored throw blanket soften the look for a spot your guests won't want to leave.

Monochrome Moment
This throw pillow design style utilizes a harmonious color palette to create a clean, streamlined aesthetic that promotes a sense of zen. Choosing various textures adds dimension to the space while maintaining a cohesive ambiance. Complementary decor details, such as throw blankets and faux plants, further enhance the overall serenity of the space.

Contemporary Colorful
Modern aesthetics meet vibrant hues to create a bold, eye-catching statement in this Scandinavian-inspired throw pillow look. Geometric patterns and abstract motifs add a playful touch, while textured fabrics like velvet create a dynamic mix of colors and materials that effortlessly elevate the style and bring a touch of low-key luxury to any space.

Refined Rustic
This throw pillow design style combines cozy elements with a contemporary twist, creating a perfect balance between comfort and modern aesthetics. A variety of textures and patterns adds depth and visual interest with a touch of eclectic charm. To complement this style, add a throw blanket in coordinating colors and patterns for extra style and warmth.

Harvest Vibes
Embrace the warmth and colors of autumn and create a cozy and inviting atmosphere with throw pillows featuring motifs of fall leaves, feathers and pumpkins. Complemented by a coordinating throw blanket in rich fall colors, this design style brings the beauty of nature indoors, allowing you to embrace the spirit of the season throughout your space.

Recycled Plastic Pillows
Sustainability and style come together with our wonderful collection of recycled PET plastic pillows! Using an innovative process, these gorgeous, sturdy throw pillows are constructed from recycled water bottles, have a similar feel to natural wool and are also fully recyclable.

Cottage Eclectic
Bring the nostalgic, rustic cottagecore look to life in your space by mixing and matching colors and patterns to your taste. Imagine a chic, updated version of Granny's sofa: Pick bright and pale pastels, vintage patterns, lots of florals and fun embroidered pieces.

Boho Nouveau
The bold, craft-inspired decor styles of the '70s are quickly becoming classics. Nail the boho handmade look by mixing and matching! Experiment with bold florals, knits, crochet and granny squares in hues like avocado green, harvest gold and mustard yellow, along with brights and neutrals.

Warm Up
If you're a fan of warmer colors, don’t be afraid to combine them! Velvet pillows in rich yellows, oranges and coppers provide a rich contrast among neutral knits and patterns. Blend '70s styles with contemporary prints for an updated boho-casual ambiance.

Jaipur Hand Blocking
Add a beautiful piece of history to your sofa! Block printing was introduced in the 12th century by the Chippa community in Rajasthan and enjoyed by royalty of the time. These bold designs are inspired by Sanganeri prints, Mughal prints and other motifs. The fabric is hand-dyed and carefully hand-stamped by carved wooden blocks and hung to dry in the sun.

Kristine Nelson – Home & Entertaining Expert
When not planning and directing location photography for World Market, Home and Entertaining Stylist Kristine is our resident DIY queen! Whether it’s with sewing, home renovation or paper crafts, her superpower is turning imagination into reality. Kristine is obsessed with architecture and modern design, and loves estate sales, flea markets, hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding.