throw pillows

Sofa accent cushions

Throw pillows are small decorative pillows placed on sofas, chairs, or beds for visual appeal rather than support.

The name comes from their casual arrangement—you toss them wherever they look good: She arranged throw pillows on the couch.

They're removed when you actually want to sit or sleep.

textile

fabric

Woven or knit material

silk · chenille · canvas · brocade · jacquard · damask · weave · texture · embroidery · quilted

decor

decorative

Serving to beautify

patterned · embroidered · geometric · floral · bohemian · minimalist · eclectic · modern · vintage · trendy

comfort

cushioning

Softening force or fall

padding · snuggle · nestle · relaxation · restfulness · lounging · napping · lumbar · bolster · huggable

color

vibrant

Full of life, intensity

pastel · saturated · bold · bright · neutral · muted · coordinating · contrasting · solid · ombre

Categories
Opposites
function/purpose

throw pillowsbody pillows

Long cushions for sleeping

neck pillows · mattress

permanence/placement

throw pillowsbuilt-in seating

Integrated permanent seating

seat cushions · mattress pad · box spring

furniture permanence

throw pillowsupholstery

Furniture's textile layer

seat cushions · couch cushions

Family

throw, overthrow, thrown, throwing, throws, pillows, pillowcase, overthrown, thrower

Familiarity
Top 50,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G