Pillows or no pillows? Folks, these are the kind of serious, hard-hitting questions we ask here At the Picket Fence.
Really, though, I’m looking for some opinions and I know that you guys will come through for me!
And I know my mom will also weigh in on this one too, won’t you mom?
I squirreled away some pennies and saved up to buy this beautiful new settee from Wayfair for the foot of our bed. Our room is large enough to have an armoire with a TV in it on the opposite wall and when someone is monopolizing the downstairs television another person can be watching in here. Side note, the TV in this room is the one we purchased when we got married 19 years ago. It just keeps on going!
I LOVE how the new settee looks in here and how it freshens up the room. I’m hoping to paint in here soon too but I need to do one thing at a time…or at least that’s what my husband tells me. 😉
After living with it like this for a week, I began to wonder if maybe it needed pillows on it. So, I thought, who better to turn to for advice than you guys!
Here it is without pillows…
And here it is with pillows. (Keep in mind that it wouldn’t necessarily be these pillows!)
And, here’s a side by side comparison.
Gah! When I see the options next to each other like that it makes it even harder for me to decide!
Buuutttt…I think I know which one I like better.
So, let’s do this one more time.
Pillows?
Or no pillows?
I want to hear from you so bring on those opinions my friends!
And thank you, as always, for meeting me here at the fence today,
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82 Comments on "Pillows or No Pillows?"
hmmmm, typically i would always side with a pillow but in this case perhaps not unless you can find a printed lumbar for the center. or maybe 2 smaller pillows? the current size maybe too big for the settee. pillow or no pillow the settee in your room looks beautiful
My thoughts exactly.
GREAT settee, congrats – it’s gorgeous!!!!
xxoo
I was thinking the same thing! The pillows are definitely more ‘inviting’, but these particular pillows seem to be competing with the bed pillows. 🙂
I agree with no pillows. The Settee has enough style all its own and there are plenty of pillows on the bed to bring color and depth. I think pillows would distract from its crisp style. Enjoy!!
I think that the cushions are too big maybe.
I would be looking at two smaller rectangular cushions for both decorative and comfort purposes.
Maybe it’s a British thing 😂
Well, I differ with the other comments, I love the pillows! It makes it seem more comfy and inviting. I also agree that it needs one decorative/patterned pillow to add a little something for the eyes. I love it! I also love your bed skirt and would love to know where you got that beautiful one. 🙂
Pillows would be fine but not these pillows. They are too big and too square. Try smaller pillows and maybe something in a different shape like round or rectangular. A subtle pattern with a fringe or tassels might look nice. White on white isn’t that interesting. Maybe use the same style of pillow that is one the bed. I like the print one on the left hand side (the smaller one) of the bed.
Different shape and size on pillows.
Perhaps a pattern, trim or texture would add interest. Last but not least a cozy throw would look great also.
No pillows. You have pillows on the bed. Your eye needs a place to rest.
Yep. This says it all.
Use the pillows!
I just love the settee and my suggestion would be to try putting the two white pillows on the bed and the toile on the settee. You would have a softer look on the bed and the toile which I love that toile pattern (have it myself) would be a focal point on the settee. It’s worth a try before purchasing or making new pillows. Sometimes a small tweak makes a huge difference. Can’t wait to see your decision.
I agree with the suggestion of putting the toile pillows on the settee!
maybe a few small round ones that mimic the round buttons.. or just a bright throw over one
of the top corners? pillows are too big, makes me think I would need to move the pillows to
sit there…. lovely piece tho
No pillows. There are pillows on the bed and chair.
Hmmmm, you know I love pillows and I would try the toile ones on the bed on the settee and have the all white on the bed. Or a long lumbar pillow on the settee like Laura said.
No pillows OR one rectangular pillow with texture.
hi… such a lovely room!! In this case, I say NO to Pillows. Personally, it is overkill with pillows on the bed too. Also the ones you display are too overwhelming … too much of a good thing….
Have you thought of a throw instead?
keep on having fun
I prefer the look without pillows for that style settee. For comfort, however, you have plenty on the bed to borrow for a little while. 😉
Love the overall effect of the new settee in your bedroom. ❤️
Beautiful settee! I like the pillows. Also, think if there are no pillows, a patterned throw may look nice and to be used to cozy up in reading a book or watching tv.
I like the pillows
Love the settee and it’s perfect for your bedroom. I say no pillows or maybe a small bolster pillow in the center covered in the toile fabric you have on the bed pillows. I’m not designer but I think you’ve been given some great advice by everyone.
hugs,
Sissie
Lumber support is a consideration, with such a straight back on this sofa, you may need the extra comfort. Perhaps too, the balance needs addressing from bed to sofa. The eye travels to the bed automatically, the extra pillows added to the sofa creates a lovely evenness.
Pillows! But there are so many pillows in the room its confusing. Remove the pillow from the chair in the corner and that should help balance the room. I, too, was admiring your bed skirt.
those are not the right pillows…but you do not need pillows the sofa small and pretty, if you really want pillows you need to find more elegant type for that sofa
Go beyond looks – how do they feel? Does it feel like the pillows are pushing you too far forward? Is the settee deep enough that you can sink back into the pillows comfortably? If you find yourself tossing the pillows on the bed every time you sit down, then you already made your decision.
Love the entire room–so inviting! I say a small colorful throw for now—“springish” and then come fall—bring on the pillows! Guess I’m not much help!
I would just use a really textured throw on it.
Pillows. Definitely pillows. It just says, “come sit and cuddle up!” But, I do have to agree that maybe some smaller ones would be better….and a throw blanket. 🙂
I would try the printed pillows from the bed to get a better idea. Not only are the white pillows too large, they appear stark against the soft color of the bench.
Agree with the others that you need smaller pillows with some color or a throw of some sort would work too.
No pillows for spring and summer….love the buttons and then a cosy throw and one colourful rectangular for the winter. Seeing the buttons is the pretty part!!!
I think smaller patterned cushions ( it is an English thing! ) . Love your settee. Way fair has such lovely things.
I would use two smaller round pillows or a long ( not too thick) bolster pillow. The big square pillows are competing with the bed pillows. Beautiful settee! Have fun picking just the right thing though!
Hello,
Love your blog. I like no pillows! You have so many on your bed it’s almost overkill. Or maybe a small bolster pillow?.
Also please take this as constructive criticism because I love your taste, I think the settee is too big for the space? Maybe just the way it looks in the picture. I can’t wait to see what you decide!
One can not have too many pillows. I love it with the pillows but a soft color or print and feather inserts so they can be dented in the middle.
Its no pillows or smaller printed cushions! The settee is lovely!
No pillows. It is stunning on its own.
The settee is so decorative and beautiful…the white pillows overtake it..a couple small pillows, maybe patterned. But I think the look is a lot cleaner without them:)
Pillows 😊
When I look at this, I just see pillows. What if you move some pillows off the bed and onto the bench?
I say ONE pillow and would love to see what that looks like. Enjoy your beautiful new piece of furniture and anything you do will be beautiful!
Sorry, but I don’t feel like the pillows are the issue with this setting. I feel like the headboard is too short in comparison with the settee. In my very humble opinion I would use a colorful throw to bring your eye down to the arm height of the settee and no pillows if you are going to use this headboard
Not those pillows. Maybe smaller ones with some color and texture.
I love the settee, but those pillows are too big, so much so that they are overwhelming. Two small round
pillows with a pattern would be good, but that’s just my opinion. A pretty throw would be a nice touch also
instead of pillows, but not both, either small pillows or a throw.
I like pillows but smaller and maybe a different shape. How about adding a nice throw over one corner?
Some type of pillows!!
No pillows. The back of the settee is “pillow-like”.
One pillow
I think a lumbar pillow would look great, although not too round. Also a cozy throw tossed over the back edge. Love the settee!
I love pillows, but I feel like you can’t see the beautiful tufting of the settee with them on there. Maybe a throw instead??
Just one tootsie roll pillow to add a pop of color.
I would put one longer lumbar pillow, not too tall, instead!
Now you’re going to be even more confused! I say no pillows or maybe one small one and a throw on one end that says come lay down and read a book. You have plenty of pillows on the bed. It’s your bedroom not a public room and looks pretty comfy just the way it is.