When it comes to interiors, a big-ticket item — like your sofa — tends to command a lot of attention. And it makes sense: it’s the destination where you'll live, lounge, and lose yourself in a new series. It’s also a key piece of furniture that’s bound to be with you for years to come — which is why it's imperative to take a look at this year's sofa trends and pick your seat wisely. But which features make a sofa look more luxe than low-end? And does a bigger budget mean a more premium finish? Or is the devil really in the details?
“You can usually tell [an expensive-looking sofa from a standard one] by looking at the overall finish rather than the price tag,” Monika Puccio from Sofa Club tells us. “Expensive-looking sofas tend to have better proportions, high-quality fabrics, neat stitching and cushions that keep their shape,” she adds. “So it's often the small details that make the biggest difference.”
