The fluted trend is THE Insta-famous look for your home this spring – take a peek
Move over flat finishes, it’s time to embrace the fluted trend. Reeded textures with contoured lines are simple yet oh-so stylish and will add a wealth of character and interest to any space


There’s something shaping up in the interiors world that’s giving us all the feels. Fluted finishes have been seen rippling across glassware, headboards, sofas and everything in between. This ribbed look has us riveted, so, if you, like us, want to get on board with this texture du jour, take a look at our round up some of our favourite pieces.
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1. Add some glamour with a reeded ottoman
Featuring a pleated design, this upholstered ottoman is in a class of it’s own. Covered in soft velvet fabric and available in a range of stunning colourways this piece offers generous storage space and would be a great addition to any space. Eloise pleated ottoman, £99, Dunelm.
2. Cocktail hour just got an upgrade with a ribbed-backed barstool
Embrace the contoured lines and soft upholstered finish that fluting provides from the comfort of your breakfast bar or kitchen island. Establishing a social and style scene with this detailing will ensure you have some talking points over your morning coffee or 7pm g&t.
Curved Back Velvet Bar Stool In Mink Grey, £165, Rockett St George.
3. Let a fluted sofa create some laid-back luxury
Set an elegant tone in with a beautiful sink-into-me fluted sofa. The back rest subtle detailing means it’s setting a style theme before you’ve even sat down. The velvet material gives this look an added feel of luxury. Fluted Ivy three seater sofa in Velluto dark green, £899, Sofology.
4. Pretty in pink, these ribbed tumblers are tastefully trendy
These lush little tumblers will give a pop of the linear look while being perfect for that spot of peppermint tea, refreshing glass of fruit infused water a summery pink gin. The choice is yours. Pair of Linear tumblers in Pink Gin, £18, Garden Trading.
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5. Create a stylish statement with a fluted headboard
Dreaming of an elegant way to chillax at the weekend? A reeded headboard is not only stylish but a practical addition to your boudoir. This green fluted beauty ticks all the trend boxes. Amalfi super king size storage bed in Peacock velvet, £599, Danetti.
6. Display favourite stems in a contoured vase
Beautifully handmade from earthenware with a soft organic ribbed surface, our relief glazed vase has a tall, elegant silhouette. With a gentle pale tone our Tall Ribbed Eathernware Vase will make a wonderful decorative accent to any pared back interior. Tall ribbed earthenware vase £45, Cox & Cox.
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Anna has over a decade of experience styling and art directing photo shoots of readers homes and of beautiful homeware products. She discovered her passion for interiors after living and working in L.A. and upon her return to the UK, started a career in magazines and photography. She now lives in the Leicestershire countryside with her young family.