Our retro and mid century cushion covers borrow from the best decades of design. You will find 1970s curves and stripes, mid century modern shapes, art deco gold, pop art illustrations and nostalgic vintage florals, all reworked for today's homes.
Retro prints bring personality and a touch of humour to a room. They look especially good on mid century sofas, velvet armchairs and wooden furniture with tapered legs. Every cover is printed on both sides in a soft velvet blend.
What You Will Find in This Collection
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Mid century modern: abstract shapes, arches and lines in mustard, teal and orange.
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70s patterns: bold curves, rainbow stripes and groovy colour blocks.
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Art deco and pop art: gold geometric deco designs and comic style pop illustrations.
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Vintage favourites: old maps, radios, cameras and classic cars, plus nostalgic florals.
How to Style Retro Cushions
Pick two or three colours from a retro print and repeat them around the room. Mustard, burnt orange, olive and teal are the classic mid century palette, and they look great against walnut and teak. For a playful pop art corner, keep the sofa neutral and let one illustrated cushion be the star. Vintage object prints such as radios and cameras make thoughtful gifts for collectors and music lovers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between retro and mid century modern?
Mid century modern refers to design from roughly the 1940s to the 1960s, with clean shapes and organic curves. Retro is a wider term that also covers the bolder colours and patterns of the 1970s.
Which colours define a retro look?
Mustard yellow, burnt orange, olive green, teal and warm brown are the classic retro colours. Pair them with cream or white to keep the look fresh.
Do retro cushions suit a modern home?
Yes. A few retro cushions on a simple modern sofa add character and warmth without changing the whole room.
Are your pop art designs suitable as gifts?
Our pop art and vintage object designs are popular gifts for birthdays and housewarmings, especially for people who love design, music or photography.
Can I mix retro and floral cushions?
Vintage florals sit naturally with retro prints. Choose a floral that shares one colour with your retro cushion for an easy match.
What are your cushion covers made of?
Our covers are made from a 70% polyester and 30% cotton velvet blend with a soft knitted texture. The design is printed on both sides, so the cushion looks finished from every angle.
Which cushion sizes can I choose?
Every design comes in ten square sizes, from 12 x 12 inch (30 x 30 cm) up to 28 x 28 inch (70 x 70 cm). The listing is for the cover only, the insert is not included. Please allow 1 to 2 cm tolerance as each cover is measured by hand.
How do I wash my cushion cover?
Machine wash cold at a maximum of 30 degrees and tumble dry on a low setting. Turning the cover inside out before washing helps the print stay bright for longer.
Why are there several designs in one listing?
Many of our listings are coordinated sets: the designs share a palette so you can mix them on one sofa. Pick the design you want from the Pattern option on the product page, then choose your size.
Explore more: Tropical Cushion Covers, Abstract Cushion Covers, Floral Cushion Covers and Geometric Cushion Covers. Looking for curtains in the same style? See our Retro & Mid Century Curtains. Everything sits together in Cushion Covers.
