It's always exciting when you get invited to a press preview of an upcoming furniture and homewares collection — especially when it's for John Lewis. For the brand's AW25 drop (most of which is now live), there was a clear trend: rich and cozy as we transition into autumn. And the best case in point of that has to be the new John Lewis Pleat sofa.
While the soft chenille fabric and rich 'ginger' colorway instantly nod to the 70s aesthetic that's back in a big way right now, I couldn't help but also draw parallels to the skirted furniture trend that's been popular again, though the subtle pleated detail is a far more contemporary take on the look.
