They're perfect for sitting, stacking, and serving, and our love affair with poufs is in full force. We're not alone in our obsession, either: The au courant accent piece is dominating design magazines, trade shows, and style blogs, turning up in rooms of every function and aesthetic. Showcasing cottage-chic knits, bohemian kantha embroidery, and exotic Moroccan motifs, these domestic do-it-alls have worked their way from the den to the nursery to the foyer and beyond. Here are 10 ideas for incorporating them into your decor.

Pouf Styling Ideas

1. To complete your palette.

Use a pouf to unify an eclectic color scheme or to add a burst of your favorite hue.

2. For a youthful touch.

A sophisticated alternative to a cushy bean bag, a colorful pouf exudes playful whimsy in both kids’ and adults’ spaces. Consider adding one to your kid's playroom for a place to sit as they craft.

3. As an alternative coffee or cocktail table.

With the addition of an wood or metal tray, a cushioned pouf can be transformed into a stylish coffee table. Center it between sofas and side chairs to hold magazines, wine glasses, and more.

4. As an entryway bench.

No mudroom? Place a pouf by your entryway as an easy way to put on or take off shoes. Tuck it under a console table when not in use.

5. As a stylish display.

Dress up a forgotten corner and showcase of-the-moment decor finds with a pretty display of objects on a tray-topped pouf.

6. For low-profile flair.

Add chic seating options without creating clutter by positioning poufs beneath a coffee or console table. They can be pulled out when cocktail parties call for extra sitting space.

7. As a dressing bench.

Lay out accessories, plan your outfit, or sit down to slip on your pumps with a perfectly-placed pouf in your bedroom or dressing area.

8. For visual balance.

Use a rounded pouf or one with soft arching motifs to soften the hard lines created by the room's other furniture.

9. To define an area.

Use a few low-slung poufs to create conversation area adjacent to a sofa. They create a feeling of intimacy while maintaining an open floor plan.

10. To add dimension.

Create subtle depth and drama within a pared-down palette by adding a textured or embroidered pouf into the mix.