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The do’s and don’ts of decorating with faux fur in rooms of your home

- By Cathy Hobbs

Texture can add a lot of warmth and dimension to a living space. Faux fur accessorie­s such as throws, pillows and even some small furniture pieces remain on trend. All are easy ways to add this high-texture element to your home.

When looking to incorporat­e faux fur or other high texture, here are some tips.

DO:

■ Incorporat­e elements that can be used in various rooms such as toss pillows and throws.

■ Use oversized elements such as large throw blankets.

■ Use pelts as an alternativ­e to throws on small furniture elements such as benches and ottomans.

■ Use faux fur to add a sense of contrast.

■ Look for unexpected faux fur elements such as small furnishing­s.

DON’T:

■ Be afraid to use faux fur in colors other than white. Black and even chocolate brown can be elegant and luxurious.

■ Overdo it. In most instances, less is more.

■ Overlook the opportunit­y to use faux fur as floor coverings.

■ Pair faux fur with other fur elements, as it can often overwhelm.

■ Overly expose faux fur to water, which can often change its look and texture.

 ?? DESIGN RECIPES/ TNS ?? Two faux fur Lucite stools add a retro element in this master bedroom.
DESIGN RECIPES/ TNS Two faux fur Lucite stools add a retro element in this master bedroom.

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