Anyone who has been rug shopping knows that these suckers are a serious investment. Sure, it can make or break a room, but does it really have to break the bank too?
Nope, not anymore. These fun floor coverings will leave enough room in your budget to splurge on some new pillows and maybe a throw.
This dhurrie from West Elm is modeled after a vintage scarf – it’s got the perfect pop of color (also available in Chocolate Brown if you can’t commit to yellow) and pattern. Starting at only $49, an 8×10 is $479, $500 with shipping.
This one is only available in 5×8, a size that works great in apartments and lofts. Straight on you can see that it’s a mirror image of a chandelier, but on the floor it just looks like a cool contrasting pattern. And grey is a great rug color – it’s a neutral that won’t just blend into beige-y blah carpet. Handtufted wool, $349 from CB2.
I love these colors and this is a really nice versatile look. I don’t usually promote polyester, which this is, but…with such boldly contrasting stripes like these it may actually hold up better over time. An 8×11 is $298.99, from Overstock.com
Okay I have to admit that my inspiration came from the latest West Elm catalog, so I’m gonna double and triple dip here. I’m just really impressed by this new line and couldn’t pick a favorite. These next two can also be found there.
Loomed wool and cotton, this is a thicker weave rug than the dhurrie I picked previously. That black and red combo would look fab in so many places! $479 for an 8×10.
Textured tweed gives this neutral rug character and I love the exaggerated border on the ends. $349 for a 5×8.
When shopping for a rug, pick something that adds to your space rather than simply covers your floor. It can instantly make a room feel polished and look like a designer was there (even if only in spirit).
