Named after the famous Turkish Ottoman Empire, an ottoman is a versatile piece of furniture that you can style in different ways. From using it as a coffee table to extra seating, they are an incredible addition to your living room. If you have your heart fixed on a gorgeous black ottoman, here are 5 ways to style it:
- Choose a couch of contrasting colour: The simplest choice is a white couch; however, if you have messy kids or do not trust your guests with a glass of red wine around a white sofa, you can try out other colour options. A rust or orange colour couch also goes well with a black ottoman.
- Pair it with a red or maroon carpet: The red-black or maroon-black combination is a match made in heaven. Select a rug of any material, such as cotton, wool, silk, jute, etc., in hues of red and maroon and match it with the ottoman. It will look elegant and luxurious.
- Cosy up the ottoman with cushions and blankets: Pick a warm throw blanket of a complementing colour such as green or yellow and add some pillow to make the ottoman more welcoming. It will lend a texture and element to the space. If you opt for subtle hues for the couch and the rug, the blankets and pillows can add a pop of colour to lighten up the room.
- Add a large tray on a square black ottoman: Mixing and combining elements are a great way to decorate a room. You can assemble a light beige, turquoise, or magenta coloured tray with a jar of candies, a small bud vase or a trumpet vase with artificial or natural flowers, books and magazines, etc., and place it on the ottoman. Your guests can keep themselves entertained and help themselves to the sweets.
- Create a makeshift bar station for date night: Add a low-profile tray and place your liquor, glasses, bottles and decanters on it. Here the tray does not have to be too fancy since the focus will be the black ottoman and the tray's contents. Now you do not have to get up to grab a drink every time.
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Pouffes are a great alternative if you do not have adequate space for an ottoman. They are cushioned stools and can be used as seating or keeping trays, vases, etc. At Footstools and More, you can find pouffes in various shapes, colours, materials and designs.
