Best velvet sofas 2023: make a statement in your living room

Velvet sofas are having a moment right now, and we can see why: their soft, sumptuous cushions provide a cosy refuge during family movie night.When it comes to choosing the perfect sofa, there are a lot of factors to consider: size, colour, material, fabric to name a few. But, if you're looking for ultimate comfort and chicness, a velvet sofa is always a winner.

Best velvet sofas

Perfect Sofa in Rose Pink Velvet

Buy now from Rockett St George (£1,795)

Size: Four-seater, 205cm x 101cm x 92cm

Colour: Rose Pink

All Colourways: Indigo Blue, Hunter Green, Asphalt Grey, Pale Pink, Vine Green, Umber Rust, Moss Green, Burnt Orange, Chocolate Brown, Slate Grey, Turmeric Gold, Kingfisher Teal, Rose Pink

With sinuous curves and plump cushions, this large sofa will inject sophistication into any living room or cinema room if you're lucky enough to have one! Sitting on wooden legs with castors, this sofa has an attractive vintage look, and the soft velvet fabric is also stain-repellent, making it a great choice for families with young children.

Vienna Plush Velvet Two-Seat Sofa

Buy now from Anthropologie (£1,498)

Size: Two-seater, 172cm x 76cm x 86cm

Colour: Olive Green

Zest, Moss, Navy Blue, Olive Green

Sporting a neat frame and channel-tufted back, this angular sofa is perfect for a small space or perhaps under a window. Its slim brass legs add glamour to this Art Deco-style piece, while the velvet fabric is wonderfully hard-waring and liquid repelling.

Oscar Three-seater Sofa in Rose Velvet

Buy now from Rose & Grey (from £2,625)

Size: Three-seater, 203cm x 75cm x 99cm

Colour:Rose

Charcoal, Granite, Vintage Green, Duck Egg, Mustard, Dove, Smoke, Midnight Blue, Prussian Blue, Emerald Green, Grey, Platinum, Dusty Pink, Khaki, Rust, Rose

Managing to be squishy yet stylish at the same time, the Oscar sofa is an inviting prospect at the end of a long day! It's available as a three-seater or a four-seater or a love seat, this sofa is as versatile as it is pretty. It also comes with a choice of three legs: driftwood, natural or dark mahogany (shown here).

Bloomsbury Two-seater Sofa in Smart Luxe Velvet Cognac

Buy now from Heal's (from £2,699)

Size: Two-seater, 164cm x 76cm x 85cm

Colour: Cognac

Mineral Blue, Biscuit, Nickel, Airforce Blue, Azure, Canary, Grass, Midnight, Mulberry, Mushroom, Ocean, Cognac

Drawing inspiration from the 1930s, this cute little two-seater with tapered brass legs is ideal for livening up the luxe factor in any pad. The compact sofa has been made exclusively for Heal's and is a real statement piece with its sleek silhouette.

Sennen Sofa in Moss Cotton Velvet

Buy now from Sedilia (£9,970)

Size: 2250mm (W) x 1060mm (D) x 700mm (H) – Seat depth 710mm

Colour: Moss

Parchment, Mustok, Pistachio, Mint, Sage, Sea Foam, Ash, Flint, Midnight, Indigo, Meadow, Juniper, Moss, Mustard, Pecan, Sangria, Sumac, Aubergine, Burn, Tangerine, Flamingo

This wonderfully sculptural sofa would look good in a modern apartment where sleek style is paramount. All sofas are made to order in London and can be constructed with a shallower seat, should you require, for more formal or compact spaces.

Patrick Unbuttoned Two-and-a-half-seater Sofa in Dusty Rose Cotton Matt Velvet

Buy now from Sofa.com (£2,970)

Size: 200cm in length

Colour: Dusty Rose

Bahama, Butterscotch, Claret, Dusty Rose, Nefertiti, Olive, Peony, Prussian Blue, Spiced Latte, Deep Turquoise

The soft scrolled arms and sleek low back give Patrick his classic vibes and ensure he would look great in both period and more contemporary homes. The deep cushions and bun feet add to the sense of refined luxury.

Teddy Two-and-a-half-seater Sofa Bed Cotton Matt Velvet

Buy now from Sofa.com (£3,260)

Size: Two-and-a-half seater, 201cm in length

Colour: Deep Turquoise

Bahama, Butterscotch, Claret, Dusty Rose, Nefertiti, Olive, Peony, Prussian Blue, Spiced Latte, Deep Turquoise

When does a sofa bed look nothing like a sofa bed? When it's a Teddy, that's when! With its sumptuous scatter cushions to really give you a comfortable sit, it's as stylish as it is comfy. Easily converts into a sofa bed for times when space is tight and you want to give guests a restful night's sleep.

Large Pudding Sofa in Clever Velvet

Buy now from Loaf (£2,435)

Large Pudding Sofa in Spiced Orange Clever Velvet — - -

Size: Large, 210cm in length

Colour: Bobbing Buoy

42 colours to choose from in Clever Velvet fabric, from Drenched Damsons to Flushed Cheek

Many of us dream of owning a Loaf sofa - they are the epitome of affordable luxury, and the Pudding is often touted as the one to aim for. This squidgy beauty is definitely top of our list and we love the punchy colours it comes in, too.

Best velvet sofas 2023: make a statement in your living room