Textures are key to creating the right look in accentuating your sofa. Complimenting your space with neutral I think to blend and not pop would look best. Take your time with choosing but play around with a few options to see what you like best.

I brought home slate blue, a lighter blue and lilac/lavender. I already have several ivory pillows so did not buy any new ones. I haven't decided on any of them for sure yet, though. Left the tags on them all. In person I have to say the lilac/lavender is matching the rug the best.

I like the idea of just 3 pillows because more than that is not practical.

Love the light pillows in the last image...would remove the very fluffy ivory they are best for a master bedroom look....but really like the other ones in the space..3-4 pillows is definitely enough..agree..looks so pretty!

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Or these 4. I'm liking the look of two different ones on the ends instead of two creams. Think the colors blend nicely and like the touch of blue...

Soooo pretty...I love the change in the color Palette!

Any shade of Blue is always so very complementary to browns:)

This project is looking so great! One item that commonly gets touched on here in the Dilemma forum - I'd recommend removing a mirror from any eating area. No one wants to see themselves eat, and putting one into a dining space as beautiful as this one telegraphs that it's underused. Even if it's not a regular dining location, don't tip your hand!

If your BF hasn't hung it up on the wall yet, can we make the case for mirror relocation? In it's place I'd consider relocating the large clock over there so it's got a bit more breathing room at sides. Also, great call on squaring up those chairs and ditching the 'something angled in every corner' school of decorating!

I am in love with these white/cream pillows now, too, Julie. I didn't think I'd like so much White in here bit I do! Also switched out the lamps.

The mirror stays
I love it.

OMG you are right so glad you tried all ivory pillows it is by far the best look! My favorite..my house is full of neutral pillows and I never tire of them!

great find on the lamps they are really nice..love the stacked books with lamp!

yes keep that mirror...every restaurant I go in has mirrors everywhere..especially high end they just add elegance and sophistication.......they add so much to a room...I love them in dining rooms...not sure why some designers are against them????

this has been so fun working with you:))

I was thinking you didn't bring any ivory/neutral home..so happy you did!

I also love how the chandelier reflects in the mirror. The 9' rug arrives Wednesday. Hoping it fits!

I just found the pillows today Julie when I went to return the dark blue ones. They are so pretty!

Your home is looking so fresh and updated..you have done amazing!

I think the 9' is the size...My first thought was the 9'....sorry I should have stuck to my guns on that...when it comes.....be sure to let your chairs pull away from table a bit to give a open feel...and can see the seat cushions more too!

I'll post pics. Thanks for everything.

You chose lovely ones and looks sophisticated.

Thank you, Jodie!! I loved everything about the pic you posted of the white couch, especially that pink art. Just lovely.

One last question and I will shut up (haha). I need something under the side table in the DR because I hate looking at the outlet and the basket I have there now is not tall enough. Does a basket (a taller one) even work there? Thanks, all!

So funny last night when looking at that sofa table and mirror I noticed that basket and thought that needs to be removed!

I think a taller slender lamp would be much better on that table too...the scale of the lamp is a bit to short.

A group of new textiles in pillows and rugs can give your place a totally different feel. Love your new lamp.

Best to paint your outlets to match walls...I remove all mine and paint them in the wall color and they just disappear...no need to try to cover them with stuff:(

A set of these would look very nice on your sofa table flanking the mirror...

Thanks, Jodie--love the lamps. They actually have some dark plum on them which I love w/the rug and I'm also glad that they are not exactly alike. Another great find at Tuesday Morning (where the white pillows came from). I still really love the lavender pillows, also. Maybe I will keep them when I need a change/some soft color. Great call on painting the outlet, Julie. Duh. I don't know why I can't think of this stuff on my own!! haha

Love those lamps, Julie! Yes, they'd look great.

You sure like spending my money! :)

Oh yes.....sorry......but they are such a great price and will really look like a million bucks!;))

so funny how just a different eye looking in can point small things out...thats what we are here for!

Oh, they are a great buy! Already ordered. Thank you!!

Awesome:) looking forward to seeing them in your beautiful room.....new rug coming today?

Wednesday

Paint the outlet and also run your cord under the furniture piece to hide.

Perfect fit!!!! Does it matter which direction the circles go?

Wonderful!:)

nope doesn't matter at all.

Show me the end results!! Can't wait:))

Waiting on lamps, then will post pics!! Txs

All done!

Well done! I would have selected a slightly smaller width chandelier over that table, but because it is "open" it will probably be OK. We will see. I would prefer not to have a large clock (too big for that wall) in the dining room. Might make people think you are watching clock for people to leave! But overall, very nice look and great update. Good job!

It's hard to get good pics.

More people have commented on that clock. lol I love it in the room but curious as to what you would put instead.

So very pretty! Wow it really came together..it has a very calm open airy feel so welcoming!:) those slender lamps did the trick and look great with the mirror...ok so when is the dinner party? LOL:))

what is with all the clock haters?? Joanna....from Fixer Upper would love it!:))

Nothing else....that clock looks sweet and it gives a very down to earth feel in the room.....you have beautiful art on the other wall and it all is balanced in my opinion.

Something like this wall sconce instead of the clock or a candle sconce would be an alternative choice. But JMO

A Antique gold sconce would be out of place in this dining room..

That rug is gorgeous so glad you ordered the larger size..it looks beautiful and this room has a nice flow into your family room...especially now that you added the neutral pillows to your sofa!

With a French chandelier an interesting candle sconce would work well, just a matter of personal choice.

this is a sconce in a shop I frequent, and while this is too big for your space, it is the "concept". The whitewashed look like your chandelier is what I would be looking for.

I was looking for something else and ran across this photo. I thought I would share. Although it is a bedroom, it has a chandelier similar to yours, which is beautiful, and then in this room they have room for two scones.

I don't think that top one is too big at all....? Not much bigger than a dinner plate. It's lovely. The bedroom is pretty and the sconces serve as extra lighting, which I don't need w/the two lamps on my side table. My room is small and I think the chandelier stands out and the room does not need a duplicative sconce so close to it. Maybe on either side of the china hutch, but I'm fine with the art. And anyway, I still love my clock, especially the color of it. My sister in law's mother said one time that every room needs something round. Might have just been her personal opinion, but I like something round in a room, too. I rarely entertain so no one is going to think I'm "watching the clock" at dinner and no one is going to mind seeing themselves in the mirror while they eat, either. Why people don't like a mirror in a dining room baffles me. I think they are lovely. Thanks, Flo!

Sure, no problem. Just offering options. Just changing the main chandelier has really given the room new life.