The bohemian design style is all about embracing natural elements, mixing and matching eclectic decor and furnishings, and creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. One of the ways you can achieve this welcoming environment is by choosing the right fabrics. While every design style has its own signature color palettes and textures, here are five fabrics to use in a bohemian home.
Pure Flax Linen
Flax linen recently became a popular fabric choice in elevated bohemian homes. This material comes from the woody stem of the vegetable flax. In the stem, there is a fiber that can be harvested, spun, and turned into the most buttery smooth linen you’ve ever felt. What’s more, the material insulates in the fall and winter and cools in the spring and summer, creating comfortable conditions all year round. Need more convincing? Flax is easy to wash, gets softer with age, and lasts for years. The easiest (and debatably the best) way to add this linen to your bohemian home decor is through lush, irresistible bedding.
Macrame-Style Fringes
At large, macrame is the art of knotted lace or the twisting and tying of a material to form an intricate pattern of loops, knots, and fringe. Most often, the material used is a group of neutral cotton cords wrapped around each other to form a thick, strong rope. For a subtle, stylish, free-spirited look, add the exciting texture of macrame fringe to your home design through decorative throw pillows or blankets.
Bullion Fringes
Similar to macrame, bullion fringe is another form of twisted yarn. To make this particular fringe, you carefully wrap the yarn threads around each other, creating a simple braid. A bullion fringe in a soft color like cream, oat, and almond can serve as a subtle but effective embellishment on any comforter or throw pillow. Aside from acting as trim for these decor items, you can also find pillows made from layers of bullion. These accent pieces not only add visual interest to your space but also add texture.
Velvety Loop Trims
To incorporate a different, richer texture into your decor, consider velvet. Velvet is a dense, woven fabric made from threads that are evenly cut and, in effect, incredibly smooth. It has the ability to elevate your space, even when you use it in minor ways. For example, you can incorporate velvety loop trims on throw pillows in different shapes and sizes. Mix long, rectangular pillows and smaller, round throws into your design for more dimension and interest. While these additions may not seem like much, they will give off a luxurious feel.
One Hundred Percent Silk
Add one hundred percent silk textiles to your space for even more luxury. Silk is a natural fiber known for its smooth, lustrous finish. It’s a dreamy fabric you can easily incorporate into your design through bedding and pillow covers. What better place to rest your head at the end of a long day than a soft, silken space? Plus, it’s been said that silk pillowcases are better for your hair and skin.
When you incorporate these five fabrics into your home, you’re sure to create an elevated bohemian look. Need help deciding on which materials to choose or want to update your home with a fresh bohemian style? Contact us today to schedule your complimentary in-home consultation.
