The 5-Minute Sofa Refresh: Throws, Cushions, and Layering

The 5-Minute Sofa Refresh: Throws, Cushions, and Layering

A sofa doesn't need new furniture to feel new — it needs layering. Start with one solid-color cushion cover as your base, then add a second in a woven or tasseled texture for contrast. Drape a chunky knit throw over one arm instead of folding it flat — it reads more lived-in, less staged. If you only have one throw, let it fall loosely rather than centering it perfectly. Swap cushion covers seasonally instead of buying new pillows every year — same insert, new look, a fraction of the cost. Five minutes, and the room feels considered instead of just furnished.