Home Textiles Trend: Statement Designer Blankets and Throws

by Sophie I. Edwards January 23, 2023 5 min read

In a recent article for Vogue, Emma Elwick-Bates described designer blankets as "a canvas for textile craft." She goes on to say that these colorful, intricately designed blankets are both a vehicle for cross-cultural collaborations and a comfort that adds to the social fabric of our home.

Colorful, deeply personal textiles help to add an intimate feel to our spaces and reflect our stories. Florence Lafarge, the home textiles creative director of Hermés states that textiles help us feel human. Unique designer throw blankets in cashmere, wool, and long-staple cotton made by artists and designers are more than a cozy comfort. This design trend mirrors the integration of home textiles with the world of fashion.

This article will go in depth on our favorite fashion-forward brands that create designer throw blankets. The key is using the best, most high quality materials to create gorgeous and personal textiles that add dimension to your living room and bedroom. Explore designer blankets from SAVED New York, Designers Guild, Christian Lacroix, John Derian, Kenzo Paris Home and Kevin O'Brien.

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Fig Linens and Home: Serpents Cashmere Blanket by SAVED New York

SAVED New York, founded in 2015, offers luxury cashmere, yak and camel throws designed in New York and made by hand in Mongolia. The founder, Sean McNanney is a Brooklyn based artist and designer. His designs are unique, eclectic and worldly.

Each cashmere blanket designed by Mcnanney is hand-crafted from sustainably sourced materials. Saved cashmere is incredibly luxurious. Their pure cashmere is hand harvested in Mongolia from the nomadic Hircus goat. The brand also uses hand gathered camel hair and hypo-allergenic yak down, a new fiber on the luxury textile market. These blankets are available in a throw blanket size, a queen blanket size, and a king blanket size. SAVED New York is innovative and redefines the designer blanket market.

Shop the best 100% cashmere and cashmere blend throws from SAVED New York below.

Shop Designers Guild for Gorgeous Bright Colored Throw Blankets

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Fig Linens and Home: Plaid and Floral Throws by Designers Guild

Established in 1970 by Tricia Guild, Designers Guild is the world's favorite British textile brand. Their throws are extra special. The designer blankets made by the brand come in gorgeous, floral, plaid, and geometric patterns. The throw blankets come in every color imaginable and are sure to brighten any room.

They coordinate with the beautiful floral bedding from the brand for a complete look.

Designers Guild is famous for their collaborations with eponymous designers including Christian LaCroix and John Derian.

Designers Guild x Christian LaCroix Throws

Since its inception in 1987, the Christian LaCroix brand is known for its exuberant, unique, and colorful style. Today, Christian Lacroix's fabrics are produced exclusively by Designers Guild.

Their designer throws are whimsical and imaginative. Shop all Designers Guild x Christian Lacroix textiles here.

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Designers Guild x John Derian Throws

John Derian Company Inc. was founded in 1989. The designer, John Derian gained acclaim for his gorgeous decoupage platters, paperweights, and plates which combined unexpected images.

Designers Guild prints these inimitable decoupaged patterns on beautiful decorative pillows and designer throws. Shop the entire Designers Guild x John Derian Collection here.

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Kenzo Paris Home for Contemporary, Fashionable Designer Throws

Fig Linens and Home: K Brush Tabac Rouge Throw by Kenzo

Kenzo Paris was founded in 1970 as a French fashion brand. It became known for its mix-and-match aesthetics and boxy silhouettes.

Now Kenzo Bedding brings the iconic brand's style to home textiles. Colorful blankets like the K Brush Tabac Vert Throw by Kenzo and the K Brush Tabac Rouge Throw by Kenzo are subtle and elegant.

Participate in one of the most fashionable interior design trends 2023 by celebrating the beloved brand in your home.

The Best Velvet Throw Blankets from Kevin O'Brien Studio

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Fig Linens and Home: Seaglass Knotted Velvet Throws by Kevin O'Brien

Kevin O'Brien became famous for their designer hand dyed velvet throw pillows and velvet blanket throws.

The designer's blankets and throws are absolutely to die for. Silk velvet is hand dyed and reinforced with hand knots. Each Kevin O'Brien blanket is one of a kind. The velvet gives these throws an almost shimmery appearance that will make them stand out in any space. Whether it is draped over a sofa or folded at the end of your bed, Kevin O'Brien's perfect velvet throws are sure to make an impression.

The Fig Linens and Home Philosophy

The Fig Linens and Home Blog seeks to inspire. At Fig, we believe that how you choose to decorate is a deeply personal reflection of you. Accordingly, we carry a wide diversity of products to fit every taste. By bringing the lens of culture and fashion to the world of luxury bedding and housewares, The Fig Linens and Home Blog offers unique advice on curating a home that feels like an extension of you.

By uniting the home with the rest of the world, we aim to create something truly innovative. Ethical and sustainable practice is very important to us, and sustainable bedding will always be central to our brand.

Our brand promises both luxury and convenience. As a small, woman-owned business, we understand that home design can become a full-time endeavor. Therefore, we are committed to the bespoke support of our clients. Through our online boutique, Fig Linens offers a tailored luxury retail experience from the comfort of your home.

If you have any further questions about any of the products listed, styling tips, or would like to book an individual consultation we would love to speak with you. Send us an email at info@figlinens.com, call us at 203-227-8669, or come visit us at our storefront in Westport, CT at 66 Post Road East. We look forward to hearing from you!

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