Can't Decide On A Sofa Color? Here's An Option That Gives You The Best Of Both Worlds

Picking out the perfect sofa is an important decision you don't want to make a mistake with. It must be the ideal shape, fabric, and construction to blend seamlessly into your space. Those aspects aren't too difficult to reach a resolution on, but the color of your sofa is a different story. You might like a range of colors, while your significant other has their own preferences, leading to conflicting ideas. Enter two-toned sofas — the answer to your predicament that gives you the best of both worlds.

The sofa is usually the focal point of a living room. It's where everyone gathers to sit, cuddle, or leisurely lie around while watching movies or just catching up. So, of course, you want to choose the perfect couch color to make the biggest impression. A two-toned sofa can offer a unique view from any angle inside your space, no matter how big or small. From modern to traditional styles, earthy tones to vibrant hues, the look can flow effortlessly into a variety of decorating styles and an array of color combos.

Whether you prefer a sleeper sofa with storage for a smaller living room, an oversized sectional, or a traditional sofa, mixing and matching your furniture can make your space feel less formal, but as equally put together as a matchy-matchy set. Check out where you can find two-tone sofas and tips for how to catch the vibe.

Where to shop for two-tone sofas

A two-toned sofa offers a unique take on ordinary furniture, with contrasting colors that work in harmony together to bring an unexpected element into the space. That's why, when it comes to cost, you're paying for that uniqueness, with prices starting around $1,000. Luxe designer brands like Fendi don't even advertise the price. Wayfair has the largest online selection of two-toned sofas compared to other stores we've seen, like the Irmak sofa ($1,019.99) with a half-and-half color combo and the Leddie faux leather sofa ($1,999.99) that has an orange frame and creamy-colored cushions. You can find a modern three-piece, two-toned leather and upholstered set at Homary ($1,899.99).

But you have more options than a sofa with different colored cushions. What about a two-toned look that has a sofa frame in a darker shade than the cushions? Castlery's Lucia Cane sofa ($1,529) has a black wicker frame with beige-y cushions. Or, for a versatile sectional, pair a leather couch frame with upholstered cushions for competing textures that look like they were made for each other. For a serene aesthetic, consider a sofa with a light blue frame and creamy white cushions in different fabric textures, like bouclé and cotton. 

When you're not ready to deep dive into the look, swap out the throw pillows on your existing couch for some in a contrasting color for an instant small-scale two-tone aesthetic. Or, before taking the two-tone sofa plunge, start smaller with a two-tone painting project for your IKEA built-ins.

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