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9 Multi-Color Pillows to Inspire Your Room's Color Palette

These best-selling multi-color pillows are perfect for kicking off a decorating project or tying together existing pieces in a room. Click on any image for a larger view and a link to shop the pillow.

Need help pulling some options to coordinate with one of these pillows? Contact us.

See also: How to Easily Jump-Start Your Color Palette

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: anchor pillows pillows

Summer Mood Board

Summer Inspiration Board | Arianna Belle Blog

INDOOR / OUTDOOR PILLOWS

by Arianna Vargas

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing Pillows

MISTAKE #1: Not Considering the Overall Space

Instead of thinking only about the piece of furniture that the pillows will be going on, make sure to zoom out a bit and also take into account the overall space. What colors, textures, patterns, and styles are already in the space? How do you want the room to feel? Do you plan to make any changes or additions in the near future?

MISTAKE #2: Trying to Match with Pieces You Don't Like

Before adding something new, sometimes it's a good idea to first consider if there's anything you want to remove first.

I've seen people unconsciously try to choose pillows that will match or coordinate with an old chair upholstered in an outdated fabric or a piece of art that they later admitted they never really loved and considered to be an eyesore.

To avoid feeling frustrated and ultimately unsatisfied, take a moment to assess what's in the room with an editor's eye. If there's something in there that you don't love currently, make sure not to let it dictate your pillow decisions. Make a plan to get rid of it, or at least move it. If you design around pieces you actually like, you'll be much more likely to be happy with the end result.

MISTAKE #3: Choosing the Wrong Size

Scale is one of the most common design mistakes people make. A pillow that's the wrong size looks off and cheapens the overall appearance of a space. Refer to our Sizing Cheat Sheets for a summary of the best sizes for each sofa type and bed size.

MISTAKE #4: Choosing the Wrong Insert

The right insert or filler is essential to a great looking decorative pillow. We generally recommend using inserts that are 2" larger all around than your pillow cover. For example if you have an 20x20 pillow cover, you'll want to use a 22x22 insert. This will ensure that your pillow is filled out fully and looks luxuriously plump. If the insert is too small, the pillow cover will look saggy. Refer to our Insert Size Guide here.

In regards to the fill type, we recommend going with feather down inserts. Feathers provide firmness, weight, body and support, while down provides softness and comfort. If allergies are a concern, good quality alternative down inserts that mimic the softness of down are the next best thing. You can find our list of recommended insert sources here.

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: decorating tips the guide

Unique Styling Idea for Sofas: Two Long Lumbars

For a unique look, try two long rectangular pillows instead of the usual squares. In this living room above, Annie Diamond opted for two of our 14x30 Latte Velvet pillows for her sofa. All our solid velvets, as well as most of our Regular Collection pillows, can be custom made in this or any rectangular size. Contact us with any questions!

Latte Velvet 14x30 Long Lumbar Pillow on Sofa - home of Annie Diamond | Arianna Belle Blog

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: decorating tips living rooms

5 Tips for Choosing Pillows When You Want a Chic Kid-Proof Room

Interior Designer Lee Waters

Never afraid to embrace a little edge and quirk, our designer friend Lee Waters is an expert at crafting bold homes for families who are ready to add more fun, funk, and function to their lives. Below she shares with us her tips for choosing pillows when you want a room that's stylish and chic but also very livable and family-friendly.

Olive Green Velvet Sectional Sofa with Decorative Pillows | Design by Lee Waters Interior Designer Photo credit: Khand Tenney Photography

Photo credit: Gordon Gregory Photo

5 TIPS FOR CHOOSING PILLOWS WHEN YOU WANT A CHIC KID-PROOF ROOM

Get a patterned pillow fabric. Marks can be camouflaged when they invariably appear, as they do.
Get your pillow fabric on both sides instead of having a solid-backed option. Then should something irreparable happen, you can flip!
Kid-friendly materials, could be performance, like Crypton or Sunbrella, or fabrics with synthetic fibers like polyester. Another great option is high quality velvets with a soil-resistant finish and a high durability rating.
If you have linen blend fabrics, spray covers with ScotchGuard to help liquids bead up and protect against stains.
Don't be afraid to invest in some beautiful pillow covers because you're teaching your kids to live with beautiful things, it will add joy to your life every time you see them, and if mom's happy, everyone's happy.

LEE'S PILLOW PICKS

Leopard Velvet | Plum Luxe Velvet | Sinhala Linen Jewel

Adras Ikat Blue and Green| Jade Green Velvet | Chiang Mai Alabaster

Vanderbilt Velvet Black | Orange Linen | Jungle Jet

LOVE LEE'S STYLE? Make sure to follow her on Instagram and learn more about her interior design services by visiting her website. Lee also teaches an on-demand design course called Take Back Your Home for anyone ready to stop being a #mommymartyr at home.

Photo credit: Gordon Gregory Photo

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: decorating tips designer spotlight pillow combos pillows

9 Upgrades for Elevated Everyday Living

Make the everyday a little more special with these curated picks.

1 - Flower Branches - These faux apple blossom branches are realistic looking and perfect for spring.

2 - Silk Kimono Robe - A luxurious piece of art that you can wear.

3 - Blue Marbled Clay Vase - A great little accent piece in an abstract swirl design.

4 - Striped Turkish Towel - I have these and love them. They're lightweight and get softer and more absorbent with every wash.

5 - Blue Patterned Pillow - High-quality pillow covers are a great way to add new life to a sofa. I love the relaxed sophisticated design of this one.

6 - Matchless Candles - These have a "moving flame" which makes them a great option for when you want the cozy ambiance of candles without the fear of accidentally starting a fire.

7 - Self-Watering Plant - If you're like me and love having plants in the house but don't have a green thumb, getting one like this with a self-watering system will greatly increase the likelihood that you'll keep it alive.

8 - Leather Wellness Case - An elegant way to contain your self-care routine essentials.

9 - Artwork - Original artwork is a great way to add some soul to a space. This small but special piece is by Kayce Hughes.

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: elevated living

3 Art and Pillow Combinations - Featuring Parima Studio

If you have a good foundation, sometimes new art and pillows are all you need to breathe new life into a space and completely transform it. All art pieces below are by my very talented sister Patricia Vargas of Parima Studio.

Art and Pillow Combination Featuring Art from Parima Studio and Pillows from Arianna Belle | Emerald

Art: Emerald

Pillows from left to right: 1- Glimmer Peacock, 2- Kubus Gold, 3- Peacock Velvet (the Peacock Linen would also work well), 4- Champagne Velvet

Art and Pillow Combination Featuring Art from Parima Studio and Pillows from Arianna Belle | Grasslands

Art: Grasslands

Pillows from left to right: 1- Latte Velvet, 2- Hot House Mineral, 3- Slate Blue Velvet, 4- Les Touches Tan

Art and Pillow Combination Featuring Art from Parima Studio and Pillows from Arianna Belle | Mirage

Art: Mirage

Pillows from left to right: 1- Trotwood Beacon Hill, 2- Aquamarine Textured, 3- Orange Linen, 4- Les Touches Orange

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: pillow combos pillows

3 Pillow Combo Ideas

3 Designer Pillow Combinations Ideas | Arianna Belle Blog

Featured Pillows:

Row 1 - Glimmer Gold, Plum Luxe Velvet, Leopard Linen

Row 2- Eggplant Strie Velvet, Slate Velvet, Zanzibar Hyacinth

Row 3- Latte Velvet, Vanderbilt Velvet Black, Pyne Hollyhock Charcoal

by Arianna Vargas

Tags: pillow combos pillows

1 Pillow, 5 Ways: Trotwood Beacon Hill

We just added a brand new pillow to our shop - the Trotwood Beacon Hill. One of the things I love about it, is that because it's multi-colored, it can be styled several different ways. You can play up the colors for a bright and cheerful look, or go the opposite route for a calmer more serene look. To give you some ideas, below are five different done-for-you combos.

Which combination do you love most?

Large fabric swatches of the Trotwood Beacon Hill are available here.

1 - Trotwood Beacon Hill, Cream Linen with Muted Aqua Fretwork Trim, Shimmer Beige and Gold

2 - Trotwood Beacon Hill, Spotted Muted Aqua, Leaf Green Velvet

3 - Trotwood Beacon Hill, Aegean Velvet, Boardwalk Stripe Sand

4 - Trotwood Beacon Hill, Aquamarine Textured, Les Touches Orange

5 - Trotwood Beacon Hill, Rust Velvet, Ocean Velvet

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by Arianna Vargas

Tags: anchor pillows pillow combos pillows