Which pillow size is right for you?

For a successful interior design, not only colors and textures, but also the right proportions play an important role. Not only the design of the cushions and the selection of suitable fabrics, but also the right interplay of cushion sizes is important when choosing your new sofa cushions. Important. I'm frequently asked which cushion sizes I would recommend for which sofa and design. Discover here a few valuable tips and tricks on how to harmoniously combine sofa cushions of different sizes.

Your Pillow Size Guide – Easy Orientation

I know how difficult it is to imagine the proportions just by looking at the dimensions next to my products. So, for those who can't visit my Berlin studio and shop in person to see the cushion sizes and fabrics, I'm providing a small cushion size guide here. This will help you get an overview of the standard sizes I offer. I'll also give you a few tips on putting together your perfect cushion ensemble. Enjoy this cozy and stylish cushion Tetris!

5 Tips for the Perfect Pillow Combination

Tip 1 – Bigger is better

If you're unsure between two sizes, I recommend choosing the larger one. The cushions appear quite large on their own, but once placed on a sofa, armchair, or bed, they seem smaller in comparison.

Tip 2 – Mix of sizes

When harmoniously mixing cushion sizes, the height of the cushions is more important than their width. To arrange the cushions beautifully in front of each other and create a nice interplay of different color areas, I recommend cushions with height differences of 10 to 20 cm. Depending on the size of your cushions, 10 or 20 cm differences are better suited. Here's an example: If the largest cushion, which rests closest to the back of the sofa, has a height of 60 cm, for example, then it looks harmonious if the two cushions staggered in front of it are 50 cm and 40 cm high. If you start with a 70 cm high cushion, then the next two cushions would best be 50 cm and 30 cm high. Furthermore, I always find it nice to mix square and rectangular cushions and to pay attention to different heights and widths of the cushions.

Tip 3 – Pillow Size & Design

The typical HETTI. design, made from two to three different fabrics, is available in three different design principles. For cushions in the golden ratio, I prefer rectangular formats and therefore only offer them in these. I find it more harmonious when the combination of two fabrics is used on an elongated horizontal shape. However, if you would like to combine the two fabrics in a square, I will of course gladly do that. Just write to me .

Here you can learn more about the three HETTI. design principles.

Tip 4 – The right number of pillows

I always recommend choosing an odd number of cushions. I can't scientifically explain why, but I always find it more harmonious than an even number. For example, if you place two cushions in the left and two in the right corner of a sofa for two to three people, it looks more dynamic and lively if a small fifth cushion is placed in the middle. This is often the cushion that gets moved around the most, used as support for the neck or back.

Tip 5 – Stacked Pillows & Floor Cushions

I looooove floor cushions, and my designs are perfect not only for the classic "arrangement" on a sofa, but also for stacking them on top of each other. This way, you can see all the fabrics and contrasting zippers at a glance. This technique creates exciting, soft, and cuddly sculptures. Cushions of different widths are particularly suitable for a beautiful stack of cushions. Ideally, the cushions differ by 10cm in width.

Tips on the right pillow size and filling

Measurements ≠ actual size

The dimensions of my cushions are given in cm and correspond to standard sizes. The width and height are measured from one seam of the cover to the other. This means that the covers only have the stated dimensions when they are unfilled and flat. When filled with a feather cushion, the cover bulges and therefore appears smaller. Since the feather cushions I offer are particularly tightly stuffed to make the cushions nice and plump, this effect is particularly pronounced. Therefore, I would always advise you to choose slightly larger cushions.

Vegan alternatives to feather pillows

Normally, my filling cushions are filled with feathers that are produced by a small family business according to German and EU standards. I prefer feather cushions because I think they are the most beautiful and durable. However, vegan fillings are also possible at any time. Write to me here . With pleasure.

Desired size? No problem.

Didn't find the right size among the standard sizes? Do you need a cushion that fits your new bench perfectly? No problem. I can make any cover and any filling cushion in your desired size. Just write to me and we'll find the cushion size that exactly meets your needs.

Conclusion – Your personal pillow ensemble

The right combination of cushion sizes brings calm, structure and personality to any room. A balanced ensemble of different sizes looks lively without being restless.

Ultimately, the perfect pillow size is always the one that suits you, your home, and your style. Whether large, small, square or rectangular – the important thing is that you feel comfortable with it and that your sofa or bed becomes your very own personal haven.

All HETTI. pillows are filled with high-quality feather cushions and covered with soft natural fabrics – for durable quality and timeless design.

If you like, I'll gladly help you choose the right sizes and designs – just write to me, come visit me in the store , or browse through the HETTI collections.