Elegant Summer Living Room Styling Ideas – The Pillow Company

Bask in Summer Elegance
Summer invites a certain lightness—sun-drenched afternoons, the fragrance of fresh florals, and a quiet sense of ease that calls for interiors to breathe with the season. At The Pillow Company, we believe your home should reflect this transition with grace and intention. Nowhere is this more essential than in the living room—the heart of your gatherings and solitude alike.

Here are five refined yet impactful ways to update your living room this summer.

1. Lighten the Palette
Embrace nature’s seasonal hues: soft ivories, pale saffrons, muted sage, and mineral tones. Swapping out deeper cushion colors for lighter shades can immediately open up the room. Our 22”x22” cushion covers in ivory silk or soft sage velvet set a breezy, luxurious tone while maintaining elegance.

2. Mix Fabrics for a Breezy Look
While velvet remains a signature of sophistication, summer invites a balance. Pair plush velvet with cool, crisp cotton for visual and tactile harmony. For example, layer an 18”x18” velvet cushion against a cotton 14”x24” lumbar for comfort that’s both structured and serene.

3. Let the Light In—But Softly
Replace heavy drapery with sheer linens to allow natural light to play its part. Position cushions near windows or daybeds to accentuate this glow. A pearl-toned cushion glinting under afternoon light can be a subtle showstopper.

4. Edit with Intention
Summer calls for less clutter and more curation. Choose 3–5 cushions in complementary tones and varied sizes—22”x22” at the back, 18”x18” in front, and a 14”x24” lumbar as the anchor. This tiered styling feels polished yet inviting.

5. Incorporate Botanical Touches
Think softly-scented florals, hand-carved vases, or botanical motifs in your textiles. The Pillow Company’s embroidered cushion covers often echo nature’s forms, adding a layer of depth and seasonal relevance to any setting.

Elevate the Everyday
A summer-ready living room isn’t about reinvention—it’s about refining. By focusing on thoughtful fabrics, refined color palettes, and elegant textures, your space can become a serene seasonal retreat.

Explore our cushion collection designed for every season.