11 Warm Throws for Cosy Winter Evenings

When it starts getting colder outside, that means one thing: it’s officially throw season! Snuggle up on the sofa with these top picks from our comfy blanket collection.

Warm throws are the perfect addition to your winter bedding setup. As well as keeping you cosy, they’re incredibly versatile. Want to curl up on the sofa and watch a movie? You can bring your blankets into the living room and immediately level up your evening’s comfy factor. You could even consider having some sofa-specific throws and a separate collection for your bed!

But not all throws are created equally. Before getting one, it’s important to check over the material, texture and other details like breathability and density. These are some of our warmest throws for winter, with all the information you need to see if they’re the right fit for your home.

1. Sherpa Fleece

The super comfy highlight of this throw is its sherpa fleece reverse, which feels amazing against your skin and is the perfect addition to any cosy bedding setup. As it’s reversible, you can simply flip it over to the smoother side if you don’t need quite so much warmth. Made from durable polyester material, sherpa fleece throws are blankets you can rely on, and great choices for when you need that extra flexibility.

2. Faux Fur

Double sided faux fur is a surefire way to warm yourself up on a cold evening. It’s made from polyester, making it cosy and soft without being too heavy. This Kallu Faux Fur Throw in a beautiful shade of mulberry is ideal for winter, with its elegant but subtle colouring, and the texture feels incredible to cuddle into on those chilly winter nights.

3. Woven Chenille

Lovely and soft, chenille is an excellent fabric choice for warm throws. It’s not especially thick, but the woven fibers are quite dense and help to keep a lot of heat in when you’re curling up on the couch. It has a feathery touch that will immediately add to the luxury aesthetic of your bedroom or living room.

4. Carved Faux Fur

Could anything improve on a faux fur throw? Well, adding in a carved texture can give a blanket some extra depth and an interesting aesthetic too. This is a thick faux fur throw that will bring some extra weight to your bedding, and it has a smooth side as an alternative to the carved faux fur texture.

To create a cohesive look, you can even add in some matching, feather-filled cushions. For example, if you like the look of the Carved Faux Fur Throw in sage green, then you could place it on your sofa alongside one or two matching Carved Faux Fur Cushions.

5. Textured Boucle

Choosing a boucle throw means you’re getting a blanket that’s both trendy and comfy, with a distinctive, knotted texture. Its high density means it’ll do an excellent job of trapping warmth, while its weight is ideal for adding a little extra snugness to your bedding.

6. Muslin Cotton

If you’re looking for a lighter winter throw option, then muslin cotton will definitely be a contender. It’s breathable and not as heavy or dense as some of our other throw options. You might want a lightweight throw during autumn, when temperatures can be more changeable, or as the final layer of your winter bedding, since it can be switched out as needed.

7. Faux Mohair

Seriously step up how luxurious your cosy nights in feel with a faux mohair throw. You get the super soft feel and denseness of mohair, with the durability and easy care of synthetic polyester fibers, bringing together high quality and convenience. 

It’s cosy enough to be the only addition you need to your duvet for a perfect winter bedding setup, or drape it over your couch for when you need some extra warmth while watching a movie.

8. Waffle Cotton

This cheerily named material has a distinctive texture that looks like waffles, or honeycomb, and is made from breathable cotton. As well as having a unique look, it’s a lightweight option for an additional layer, versatile enough for both warm and cold nights. This is a winter throw pick that you can keep on your bed or in your living room year-round, especially paired with a heavier, denser throw in winter.

9. Polyester Microfleece

Thin and lightweight but dense, a microfleece throw is an excellent choice for a warm winter blanket. Microfleece has a smooth, soft texture, similar to velvet, which you won’t want to leave once you get wrapped up in it! It’s a brilliant choice if you need a light but warm throw, keeping you cosy without weighing you down.

10. Tufted Woven Tassel

With a combination of different materials and weave densities, this throw can provide you with a balanced experience when it comes to warmth and texture. It’s not overly dense or heavy, but it does have that cosy feel you need for those dark winter nights. Aesthetically, it’s a beautiful blanket that can instantly turn any sofa or chair into a statement piece, and it brings some extra depth to your decor.

11. Embossed Faux Fur

Embossed faux fur is another variation on faux fur throws, and this one features a unique texture that adds to its elegant, distinctive aesthetic. It does also have a smooth reverse, so you can choose whether to have the embossed texture or the smooth side against your skin. Made from polyester, this throw is super soft, durable, and has some weight to it for that extra dose of comfort.

Last Thoughts on Warm Winter Throws

Once you’ve chosen the perfect winter throw for you, you’ll be well on your way to setting up your bedroom or living room for the colder months. You might also want to arrange your cushions on your sofa alongside your new throw(s), or choose some new Christmas bedding, ready for the festive season.