Cushions are fluffy, cosy and can make anyone feel at home. Be that with a throw pillow or bed pillow— every so often and undeniably— we all have felt the urge to cuddle in a corner and absorb the warmth that we get just by simply holding a pillow. However, not every cushion is suited to fit the inner space of the home; so, while choosing cushions, one must be mindful of the need and design of the interiors. And again, we cannot select cushions whilst leaving behind its escort—the much-needed cushion coverings as they can greatly impact and change the overall design of the home décor.  
Cushion covers are an essential part of any home, and the process of choosing them does not have to be a daunting one! Here's a quick look into the trending cushion covers for the new year.

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The comfort of cotton

Cotton has been a popular choice among customers for quite some time as the fabric is both washable and long-lasting. Moreover, it is very cool to the touch and can easily be the perfect choice for summertime use. According to some shop owners, hand-printed cotton cushion covers are in demand currently. Additionally, as cotton is a natural fibre, it can be a comforting ally for people with skin conditions.

Sturdiness of canvas
Canvas is essentially a very strong cotton fabric, and recently, it has gained immense popularity among customers. Canvas is resistant to the weather, can be waterproofed and comes in a stunning array of beautiful colours. For those who are looking for good and sustainable fabric for outdoor usage, canvas cushion covers can easily be a wise choice.    

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Splendour of silk
Silk will be a more appropriate choice for the places where cushions will be placed for decorative purposes rather than functional. Undoubtedly, silk is a luxurious fabric—the fabric which is both soft and expensive—and with attentive care, it can last a lifetime. The market is filled with splendidly embroidered silk cushion covers, so don't resist the temptation to decorate your home with the extravagance of silk.     

Stylish leather
Leather is loved by many for its durability and flexibility; however, it is also overlooked as a cushion cover fabric. Leather is considered a versatile material due to its arrangement of complex natural fibre; and with time, leather becomes user-friendly as its patina and texture mature. The colour, texture, smell and surface resistance of cushion covers crafted from leather certainly make them a unique and valuable commodity. But keep in mind that leather can be a bit difficult to clean, so certain areas (kitchen, dining room) of the house might not be the best choice for leather cushion covers.

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The allure of local fabric
There are many precious and sustainable local jewels hidden in our country that we are not aware of or not making use of properly. One of these treasures is our golden fibre —the often-neglected jute. Cushion covers made from jute are not only beautiful to look at but also very eco-friendly. Shops specialising in Bengali ethnic wear and handicrafts such as Aarong and Agrey Handicraft are offering cushion covers made from jute fibre, and among them, screen printed and glass fitted ones are most popular.