Luxury yellow sofas guide

If you’d like to bring some sunshine into your living room, have you ever considered a yellow sofa? This bright, warm colour can create a stylish design statement while creating an undeniably welcoming ambience. If you’re worried that a yellow sofa might be too bright, fear not – there are numerous different shades suitable for a real range of interiors, and we’re here to help you find the right one for your space. Here’s our guide to luxury yellow sofas, how to choose one and how to style one.

The colour yellow

When thinking of the colour yellow, chances are your mind turns to bright, vibrant shades because it is the brightest colour on the colour wheel but it’s actually a really versatile colour, with plenty of more subtle, relaxing shades, which means if you like the idea of a yellow sofa but don’t want one that takes over your space, there are plenty of options available.

There are seven different shades of yellow available at Darlings of Chelsea, in a range of upholstery, including a decadent, bold mustard, an elegant and refined lemongrass, a retro saffron and more. Take a look at the different shades and materials to get a feel for what colour might suit your interiors and order some free samples so you can hold it up against your other furniture and your walls.

Types of yellow sofa

There are so many different styles and types of sofa available, and if you’ve decided yellow is your colour, it makes sense to consider all the different designs and which one would work best with your chosen shade.

A contemporary sofa tends to focus on clean, simple lines, and as such, would lend itself well to a bold colour, creating a real design statement in your space.

A traditional sofa embraces soft, gentle curves, and tends to blend more seamlessly into an interior – making a subtle shade of yellow such as lemongrass or butterscotch in a fabric such as cotton, linen or tweed a stylish choice.

If you want a standout sofa that immediately draws the eye, a mid-century modern sofa which has more a retro, Mad Men kind of feel, or a Chesterfield Sofa will create a stylish and bold centrepiece in your room, particularly if you opt for a mustard or honey velvet sofa.

What goes well with yellow?

Yellow’s versatility means that it lends itself well to pairing up with lots of different shades. If you have gone for dark walls, such as charcoal or navy blue, a yellow sofa is the perfect choice to add some vibrancy and warmth to your interior.

If you’re looking for a calm, relaxing aesthetic, lighter and pastel shades complement a neutral palette, such as whites and creams. It gives you that little bit of colour and character, without taking away from the gentle aesthetic.

If you’re all about the pastel, then yellow pairs with other pastel shades such as pinks, greens and blues.

Grey and yellow are a match made in heaven – with grey providing a timeless, relaxed vibe, with yellow providing a little bit of energy to prevent your room from feeling flat.

How to style a yellow sofa

Styling your interior depends on the colour yellow you’ve decided to go for.

If you’re sold on a bold shade such as mustard or honey, your wall colour could either be neutral, letting your sofa take centre stage, or it could be dark and your sofa will brighten up the overall aesthetic.

Wood works well with bold yellows, consider pairing with wooden floors or furniture such as a bookcase or coffee table.

Look at how to layer textiles in the space – a mustard sofa will look good alongside a geometric rug. Add some artwork with hints of mustard to tie your overall aesthetic together.

Introduce some plants – a dark green Monstera Deliciosa or Fiddle Leaf Fig will help your sofa to shine and provides that all important connection with the outdoors.

If you prefer the idea of a paler, more subtle shade of yellow, your styling might be slightly different. If it’s a traditional sofa, you may not want to add too many bold accents but instead continue to play on the subtle theme, utilising other colours, all of which complement your sofa but don’t overshadow it.

Again, plants work well with paler yellows (in fact plants work well with any colour!)

If you’re planning a more contemporary style of décor, there’s an opportunity to be more creative with your space. Look at darker wood accessories, black picture frames – anything that adds a bit of an edge to your space.

Do your research

A luxury yellow sofa is a wonderful addition to any interior but it pays to do your research first. Spend time looking at all the shades available and work out how you’d like to style your space to give your sofa that chance to shine!