,

Not Your Grandmama’s Slipcovers! 13 Stylish Ways to Fashion Your Couch and Sofa

Take that ugly blanket off your sofa! We've got lots of simple and stylish ways to cover your couch.

If you have kids or pets, you already know what it’s like to live in constant paranoia thinking one spill or scratch will ruin your furniture. Slipcovers are a great way to protect your couch and chairs from pet hair, crayon stains, or even an occasional spilled glass of wine (yes, grownups make messes too!).

The idea of a slipcover may take you back to your grandmother’s plastic. But trust us, they’ve come a long way. There are lots of colors, styles and fabrics that are fashionable and machine washable. Slipcovers are also a great way to breathe new life into old furniture pieces that may have seen better days.

Video will return here when scrolled back into view

So if you want to keep your couch covered, check out these stylish slipcovers we love.

Slipcover with Tassels - Etsy

Photo: Etsy.com/AishasDesignEtsy

The tassels on this slip cover from Etsy add some boho flair to an otherwise simple design that works with almost any color combination.

Velvet Wing Chair Slip Cover - Amazon

Photo: Amazon.com

Level up a wing chair that needs a little love by adding this velvet slipcover we found on Amazon.

Boho Sofa Cover - Amazon

Photo: Amazon.com

You don’t have to go crazy with color to add style to your space. This HANDONTIME Boho Sofa Cover from Amazon is a beautiful black and white print.

Sectional Slipcover - Wayfair

Photo: wayfair.com

This microfiber slipcover from Wayfair adds color and comfort to your sectional.

Minimalist Couch Cover - Etsy

Photo: Etsy.com

There are no rules that say you have to cover the entire couch. Try this minimalist sofa cover from Etsy which adds interesting detail and protects the seat of your sofa.

Herringbone Couch Cover - Natta

Photo: thenatta.com

This herringbone pattern couch cover from Natta is a simple way to give your sofa a sophisticated makeover.

Armchair Cover - Comfy Covers

Photo: comfycovers.net

Not sure if you’re ready to add print to your sofa? An arm chair is a great place to start. Start with this Scandinavian arm chair cover from Comfy Covers and add a throw pillow in a bold color.

Black Mudcloth Slipcover - Rockin Cushions

Photo: rockincushions.com

This black mudcloth slipcover from Rockin Cushions is made specifically to fit the IKEA Knopparp sofa. The cover has one invisible zipper closure, making it easy to slip on and off as needed. It gets bonus points for being washing machine and dryer safe.

Faux Leather Slipcover - Etsy

Photo: Etsy.com/YUMUHomeDecor

Give your couch a leather look with this custom faux leather slipcover from Etsy. Prices vary depending on the size of your sofa.

Reversible Slipcover - Natta

Image: thenatta.com

You’ll never run out of decorating options with this Reversible Chenille Couch Cover from Natta with two beautiful boho patterns.

IKEA Poang Chair Cover - Rockin Cushions

Photo: rockincushions.com

Show your IKEA Poang chair a little love with this blue diamond print chair and footstool cover from Rockin Cushions. Made of 100 percent cotton, these covers are easy to keep clean.

Patterned Futon Slipcover - Amazon

Photo: Amazon.com

This MIFXIN Futon Slipcover ($26.99) from Amazon is an easy way to instantly add color to your space.

Leather Futon Cover - Etsy

Photo: Etsy.com

Take your futon from dull to dope with this leather futon cover from Etsy.

Straight From The Root

Sign up for our free daily newsletter.