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What color couch for colorful boho rug?

5 years ago



I have a vibrant boho style rug with orange, pink, and blue in it. I can’t get a white couch because I have a cat. I really want a grey couch, but I cant decide on the shade.


Should I go with light grey so the rug pops more?


Would dark grey make the room dark since the rug is already vibrant and on the darker side?


Does a red accent chair match grey couch and colorful rug? (Old chair I already have)


What color throw pillows?


I am going for bobo chic style. Thank you!

Comments (27)

  • PRO
    5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    They are all neutrals, so any one would work. As for accent pillows you can pick up colors from your rug.

  • 5 years ago

    I think the rug should be returned for one with more red, if trying to incorporate red chair. The shade of grey is also not as important as how it and room is accessorized and be sure the size of the rug is appropriate. https://www.the-citizenry.com/blogs/all/rugs-101-sizing-guide?epik=dj0yJnU9aE13UHQwR1JQa19FSW52OEo3SWZRbnY2NTIwQ2kyUnAmcD0wJm49bVhVRkhuZHVpejdmQ1pTeHd2dXZhdyZ0PUFBQUFBR0ZzUExz&utm_source=pinterest&utm_medium=social#.Wz--7dhKj-Y?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=PIN_HowTo&utm_content=Rug_Size_Guide_LivingRoom

    If rug cannot be returned, a navy couch would better complement. To help pull in red, use accessories.


  • 5 years ago

    I like the lighter one with that rug.

  • 5 years ago

    I'd do navy with that rug.

  • 5 years ago

    Any of your couch colors will work. Please be sure you have enough room for the chaise section of your couch. I know many people who regret having the chaise. Often a movable ottoman is a better choice. Do you plan on having a coffee table? End tables?

  • 5 years ago

    Hi Maddie, thank you for your advice! All of the couches I’m looking at have a movable ottoman rather than an actual chaise. No end tables, but possibly a boho type coffee table so it doesn’t look so empty with just a large rug and couch.

  • 5 years ago

    I like them all - but what about leather? Easier to wipe down and keep clean...

  • 5 years ago

    Thank you everyone! I’ll be looking at navy couches as well. As someone with ADHD, it’s extremely difficult to make up my mind, so please any definite opinions would be extremely helpful as I like everything I see!

  • 5 years ago

    All of the colors could potentially work, on their own. With a red chair, though, I would go with the darkest grey.




    And maybe put a beautiful throw on the sofa to tie in some of the colors.


    Do you have a picture of the chair?

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    I know Aisha Ransom suggested leather, - but if you have cats, the fabric will wear better. Plus I find leather uncomfortable to sit on in the summer when I wear shorts. Sticks to my legs...

    A nice neutral color will work, although I'd avoid stark white in any case. Nothing will clash with that lovely rug from the couches you have depicted.

    Oh, yes - I LUV that rug!

  • 5 years ago

    Don’t know if this is the throw - but it is fun. Also works with Boho/Boho Chic,






  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    Looks like you are open to seating without an ottoman and MCM as well. It’s never easy to narrow down a style or color and I‘m sure budget is a factor. Other considerations are comfort and workmanship. If it helps, we have had velvet couches over the years and our cats (with claws) and have never shown any interest in scratching. Velvet can feel quite boho, is easy to maintain, wears well and I think navy will be more unique and cozier than grey, especially with the colors you are using.


    https://haneens-haven.com/article-velvet-sofa-review/

    Although choosing a couch is a big undertaking, it‘s worth the effort. If possible, narrow down to a few and highly suggest testing them out.

  • 5 years ago

    Freedomplace, I love that idea—dark grey couch since I have a red chair. Here’s a pic of the chair.

    Artemis, I completely agree no leather with cats—learned that the hard way with my first leather couch!

    Maureen, I will keep velvet in mind. Thank you.

  • 5 years ago

    Navy was my first thought too.

  • 5 years ago

    I think the darker gray could work, but add me to the navy club.

    (Then again I am biased as I have navy couches in both my living room and my den).

  • 5 years ago

    I love the navy idea since it complements the rug so well and definitely the boho chic style I’m going for! Only thing that’s stopping me is my red chair... I don’t think it goes with navy blue versus the dark grey?

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    Great rug! I love boho.

    Does the sofa have to be gray or navy? Do you have to use the red chair?

    I’d go in a different color direction (depending on wall colors and other decor you have).

    Your rug has so many great colors:



    Green:







    Gold:



    Brown:


    Light blue:


    Teal:



    Orange:



    Purple:



    Rust:



  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    I like the color of the couch that's shown in the pic of the rug...a beige I think. It really picks up that color from the rug, would look great with your red chair and give you lots of options for complementary pillow colors. Although navy looks good with the rug, I would not like it with the red chair. If you could find just the right color of a paler blue, it could look good with the red. But I vote looking toward the beiges and taupes if you want to pair it with red. Here is a room with similar colors and the pale blue as an accent:

    With pale blue couch:


  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    If you decide on gray or navy, these are my favs of your choices:






    No matter the sofa you decide, there is no limit to pillow choices. Have fun with it! :)

  • 5 years ago

    Love the rug, but forget those dull sofas in the first post. Navy or dark red would be lovely,

  • 5 years ago

    Navy velvet would be divine.

  • 5 years ago

    Are your walls cream or beige? I'd do beige velvet couch. Keep it light with pink and red pillows. Lots of pink in rug.

  • 5 years ago

    Hey everyone thank you for all your ideas and the photos you put together for me it is also super helpful to visualize the space! I am definitely leaning towards a velvet navy sofa as it complements the rug colors best. As someone who always had a black couch who knew it would be so tough to decide on a style when it comes to incorporating various colors!

    Now that I’ve sort of decided on a sofa color I will just have to figure out what to do with my red chair.

    I highly appreciate everyone’s input; I realize now it’s helpful to figure out the furniture colors and decor before actually making the purchase! Will update as I go.

  • 5 years ago

    I would get the white couch, and cover it with two inexpensive washable throws in whatever color you like. I had a similar issue with the sofa in my basement rec room and my cat. I found the throws at Joann. If I'm having guests in that room, I just remove the throws for the time that they're there. I'm not sure a red chair would go with that rug.

  • 5 years ago

    I would highly appreciate any tips and ideas on my new post regarding living in room layout (includes pics of sofa/rug).

    https://www.houzz.com/discussions/6189689/please-help-fix-my-living-room-layout-and-style-boho

  • 5 years ago

    Jinx and olychick, I have decided to go with the navy blue! Thank you for your recommendations; they are all lovely couches. I will have to move my red chair to my room or give it away.

  • 5 years ago

    Sushi and tfitz, yes navy is the way to go with this rug!
    Ashtonchic, I have white walls. I’m not a huge fan of the beige, but I agree with a couple pink boho pillows.
    Nancy, I like the throws idea if I decide to get a white couch in the future! My cat a tad wild nowadays, so I think I will hold off on the white for now.