The Best Throw Blankets for Cozying Up Your Space

If there is one home item I will always spend a little extra on, it is a good throw blanket. Not because it is fancy but because I use it every single day. Morning coffee, evening TV, naps, reading. A throw that pills or scratches or goes flat after three washes is genuinely depressing.

I have tried a lot of them. Here are the ones I actually love, from the affordable everyday picks to the ones worth saving up for.

The Chunky Knit That Everyone Has (For Good Reason)

I resisted the chunky knit trend for a long time and then I caved and now I have two. They photograph so beautifully on a couch or bed and they are actually warm. Make sure you get one with a tighter weave so it does not stretch out with use. Shop chunky knit throws on Amazon.

The Waffle Weave for Year-Round Use

My most-used throw is a cotton waffle weave. It is light enough for summer air conditioning but cozy enough for cool evenings. It washes beautifully and gets softer with every wash. I keep mine on the couch and everyone reaches for it. Waffle weave throws on Amazon.

The Cashmere or Wool Splurge

If you are looking for something really special, a cashmere blend throw is worth every penny. I found a gorgeous chunky knit cashmere throw through Anthropologie on ShopMy and it is the kind of thing you keep forever. It drapes beautifully and feels incredible. Worth saving up for if that is your style.

The Sherpa for Maximum Coziness

Winter evenings call for sherpa. The fleece-and-sherpa combo throws are so warm and soft that you will fight over who gets to use them. They wash well and hold up much better than the cheap versions. Get a big one. Sherpa throws on Amazon.

The Linen Throw for a More Elevated Look

If you want your couch to look intentional and styled, a linen throw draped over the arm is the move. It wrinkles in a pretty way and gives a relaxed European feel to any room. I love mine for fall and spring when heavier blankets feel like too much. Linen throws on Amazon.

The One That Makes the Best Gift

I have gifted throw blankets more than any other home item. They are personal enough to feel thoughtful and useful enough that nobody ever returns them. A monogrammed or personalized throw is especially sweet for a new home or a baby shower. Personalized throw blankets on Amazon.

My Styling Tips

Drape it, do not fold it. A blanket tossed casually over a couch arm or corner looks more natural than a neatly folded stack. Layer two textures together for a lived-in look. And always buy a size larger than you think you need because there is no such thing as too cozy.

Tell me in the comments which type you reach for most. I am always up for adding another throw to the collection and calling it research.

So glad you are here. Pam

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