How to Accessorise Your Sofa for Winter: Throws, Cushions and Lighting Tips

Winter is here, which means one thing. It’s officially sofa season. If you are ready to spend the colder months wrapped up indoors with hot drinks, comfort food and the heating finally switched on, then your living room needs to play its part. The fastest way to give your space that warm, winter ready glow is through clever styling with throws, cushions and lighting. 

These three accessories can transform your sofa from everyday functional to irresistibly cosy. Everything else is just a bonus. Here is how to do it right. 

Start with throws: The winter warmers 

A throw is basically the fabric equivalent of a warm hug. Soft, textured and endlessly versatile, it instantly adds depth and warmth to your sofa. It is also essential for those evenings when the weather outside looks like a horror film (or winter wonderland), and you need something cosy to hide under. 

Styling tip: Choose throws in chunky knits, heavy weaves or soft fleece for maximum winter comfort. Rich, deep tones create a seasonal palette that feels inviting. Drape it casually over the sofa for a relaxed feel or fold it neatly if you prefer a more polished look.

Elevate your comfort with cushions 

Cushions are the quickest way to change the look and feel of your sofa. In winter, they add comfort, colour and that essential feeling of warmth. More importantly, they make your space look considered, layered and very difficult to leave. 

Styling tip: Combine cushions in different sizes and textures. Think velvet, boucle, faux fur and brushed cotton. Stick to two or three colours to keep things cohesive rather than chaotic. Place larger cushions at the back and smaller ones upfront to create depth.

Light up the season 

Lighting is the secret ingredient that makes your sofa look irresistibly cosy. When the evenings get darker, a well-lit living room feels instantly warm and comforting. Harsh overhead lights can ruin the mood, so winter is all about low, soft illumination. 

Styling tip: Use table lamps on side tables, a warm floor lamp beside your sofa or soft accent lighting across a sideboard to create a layered glow. Warm white bulbs make everything feel more inviting. If you want to go full winter cosy, add candles or fairy lights to bring in that soft sparkle. 

Build around your sofa 

Throws, cushions and lighting do all the heavy lifting, but a few extra pieces can help bring the whole room together. 

• Armchairs add extra seating for winter hosting and balance out the sofa. 
• Ottomans and storage ottomans offer a place to put your feet up, store blankets or act as a soft coffee table alternative. 
• Side tables give you somewhere to put drinks, snacks and candles. 
• A sideboard adds extra storage and makes the perfect home for lamps, seasonal decor or winter scents. 

These pieces support your main styling and help create a living room that is both functional and effortlessly cosy. 

Embrace texture and layers 

Winter interiors are all about texture. Layering different fabrics and finishes helps your sofa feel richer and more inviting. When your throws, cushions and lighting all work together, your living room becomes a warm, comforting cocoon you will not want to leave. 

Styling tip: Let your accessories do the work. A textured throw, a velvet cushion and a soft, warm lamp can completely transform the mood of the space. 

Ready to make your living room winter-ready?

If you want a sofa that looks and feels like the perfect winter retreat, start with the essentials. Shop cushions, throws and lighting, then build out your space with armchairs, ottomans, side tables and sideboards to complete your winter sanctuary. 

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