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Nicky Rampley-Clarke

Outdoor Bouclé Is the One Unexpected Idea That Will Make Your Patio Look Instantly More Expensive

Arteriors Emoto Outdoor Chaise.

If you're anything like me, you may be tiring of bouclé, or at least conscious that it's becoming a bit of a design cliché. In truth, the textural looped yarn is a timeless look, but there's one new way to style it that feels more interesting, more expensive, and more unexpected right now: outside.

Taking viral bouclé fabric — which translates to ‘curled’ in French — onto patios and terraces gives it a fresh take, making it feel more unexpected and expensive. "As outdoor areas become true extensions of the home, we’re looking for the same comfort, texture and considered design outside," says Chris Cooke, head of design at King Living.

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