10 On-Trend Velvet Sofas to Refresh Your Living Room
Treat yourself to the trend that's here to stay.
Leather is nice and linen is lovely, but neither quite compares to the level of glamour and drama brought about by sumptuous velvet furnishings. The buttery soft upholstery is loved for its versatility, dimension, color shifting finish and the ability to elevate any space.
The celebrated fabric is a popular choice for decorative accent furniture, throws and pillows, but we think it deserves a larger role in your living room design. Namely? Your sofa. Treat yourself to a trendy yet timeless velvet sofa to infuse your space with rich color, luxe texture and unmatched comfort. Keep scrolling to shop the best velvet sofas for every style (and budget!) in the links below.
Give guests something to envy with this gorgeous, forest green velvet sofa. Its streamlined silhouette nods to midcentury design and the moody, velvet upholstery give the sofa a striking presence. Style the chic sofa with neutral throws for an understated look or lean into the drama with metallic and embellished accent pillows.
Saturate your living room with glamour. This merlot velvet sofa elevates any space with its sharp tuxedo silhouette, diamond tufted details and bolster accent pillows. Bring home this deep red hue to use as a focal point in your space or opt for a neutral velvet upholstery for a softer end result.
Clean, simple and sleek? This royal blue sofa checks all our boxes. The inviting design features three back cushions, three seat cushions, square arms and wooden hairpin legs for a subtle midcentury appeal. The best part? Its buttery soft velvet upholstery makes it the perfect spot to stretch out solo or snuggle up with your partner at the end of each day.
In the market for a sofa that screams sophistication? This mossy green sofa is just what you need to complete your refined living room design. The earthy, velvet upholstery makes a seamless addition to both neutral and vibrant interiors. The sleek silhouette, square arms and single bench seat appear polished, while the walnut caster feet add to its overall elevated appeal.
Enliven your neutral living room design with a touch of color. This romantic blush sofa makes a welcome addition to neutral interiors, since its subdued upholstery pairs well with taupe, beige, ivory and gray hues, without overpowering the space. We love it even more because its bench cushion seating, sloped arms and low profile back pillows are built to bring comfort and style into your space.
Cloud-like softness joins forces with contemporary simplicity in this airy taupe velvet sofa. The designers at West Elm achieved unmatched comfort and style using ultra plush cushions, modular lumbar pillows and deep seats, all ideal for stretching out and snuggling up. Each sofa boasts a handmade frame for durability and minimalist platform legs in a contrasting walnut finish. Pile your sofa with some playful, patterned toss pillows and a cozy faux fur throw to create the ultimate lounging experience.
This blue beauty combines classic tufted details with contemporary lines to create a modern day Chesterfield sofa fitting for homes of all styles. The royal blue velvet sofa sports a low profile silhouette, diamond tufted back and side cushions and sharp tuxedo arms. Minimal, gold metal legs enhance the sofa’s glamorous appeal, while two coordinating throw pillows provide added plushness its design.
Give your sofa an energized look with saturated, statement making furnishings. This gorgeous goldenrod sofa from the Lulu and Georgia x Ginny Macdonald collection is just what your space needs. The sofa’s happy hue is balanced by its sleek, sloping silhouette and minimalist-style cushions for a result that feels equal parts sunny and sophisticated. Our favorite bit? The sofa nods to Ginny Macdonald’s English roots with maple turned legs and classic, brushed brass casters.
A classic Chesterfield sofa is always a good idea and this smoky velvet design is no exception. The transitional sofa features a classic low profile silhouette, button tuft details and nail-head trim all paired with the modern slate blue velvet upholstery. Treat yourself to the stunning design for your contemporary or transitional family room, and pair it with neutral or cool-toned accessories for a balanced and beautiful display.
Add a splash of color to your family room with this luxurious teal velvet sofa. The rich green-blue upholstery deepens depending on lighting, creating a striking dimension to the sofa design. Three plush accent pillows soften its modern frame, while two angular wood platform legs lift the lounge from below the sofa armrests. Shop the dramatic hue pictured above or bring home the same silhouette in ash blue or sage green.
