Choosing The Right Style
🕒 5 expert guides • Estimated reading time: 15 minutes
Choosing the right style of ottoman or footstool isn’t just about the fabric – shape, trim, legs, proportion and finish all contribute. An ottoman can either blend with existing furniture or deliberately contrast with it. Pattern and design can make an ottoman a feature in a mostly plain room, and texture can add supporting detail in an eclectic room.
When deciding your ottoman style, consider the character of the room and the impact you are trying to make. Traditional, contemporary, relaxed or formal and minimalist room schemes all need a different approach. One thing is certain; you don’t necessarily need to match your sofa. An ottoman can provide an opportunity to have some fun create a piece that is uniquely you.
Plain fabrics can look luxurious when deep buttoned, patterned fabrics can steal the show on a plain top ottoman and we offer many other styles and the chance to create your own with our bespoke team. Use this guide to determine which style of ottoman appeals to you as we deep dive into the differing style available, leg style and trims.
In this topic you’ll learn:
How to choose an ottoman style that works with your room
Whether an ottoman should match your sofa
How upholstery details change the character of an ottoman
How Legs and trims influence style
How to mix and match lid styles, legs and trims to create something unique
Quick Start
If you’re not sure where to begin, we recommend reading these in order.
Buttoned, Plain Or Piped: Which Ottoman Style Should I choose?
A deep dive guide into the most popular styles of ottoman upholstery.
3 min read ➝
All guides in this topic
| 01. Should My Ottoman Match My Sofa? | 3 min read ➝ |
| 02. Buttoned, Plain or Piped: Which Ottoman Style Should I Choose? | 2 min read ➝ |
| 03. Which Leg Style Should I Choose For My Ottoman? | 3 min read ➝ |
| 04. Should I Choose A Traditional Or Contemporary Ottoman? | 3 min read ➝ |
| 05. How Do I Make An Ottoman Look Luxurious? | 3 min read ➝ |
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