Blast from the past with bouclé

COSY FURNITURE BACK IN... Bouclé is one of the latest furniture trends that adds softness to your interior spaces. Photo: Supplied
COSY FURNITURE BACK IN... Bouclé is one of the latest furniture trends that adds softness to your interior spaces. Photo: Supplied

POPULAR in the 40s and 50s, bouclé is back with a vengeance. Most often most seen in white and cream, the fabric itself is fuzzy in appearance, almost like a worn jumper or cardigan that’s pilling. Bouclé is both a type of fabric and a type of yarn, each characterised by small loops of material that create a fleecy, textured look and feel.   

Traditionally, bouclé fabric was used in window treatments like curtains, but modern homes, with their preference for sheers and/or roller blinds, avoid this approach and instead adorn pieces like curved armchairs and sofas in it, as well as headboards and ottomans too. You can also use it in a smaller way by adding bouclé rugs, cushions, throws and bedding. 

You’ll most often see bouclé sofas in white or cream, and a lot of the time the sofa shapes are quite fluid. They’re curved or feature puffy arms and a deep profile.  

As this furniture covering increases in popularity, options at both ends of the affordability scale should increase, meaning everyone can introduce this element into their existing décor scheme.

COSY FURNITURE BACK IN... Bouclé is one of the latest furniture trends that adds softness to your interior spaces. Photo: Supplied
COSY FURNITURE BACK IN… Bouclé is one of the latest furniture trends that adds softness to your interior spaces. Photo: Supplied