Bertie Velvet Cotton Cushion - Peach

The Bertie cushion is made from pure cotton, with an enzyme washed cotton velvet front that has been softened in the finishing so the pile sits close and even. It measures 45 x 45cm, the standard square that most cushion pads and covers are cut to, so it slots straight into an existing arrangement without leaving you hunting for the right insert. The velvet face carries a soft peach tone, a warm, gentle blush that reads as neutral rather than loud. Around all four sides runs a frayed, fringed edge in the same shade, a ruffled trim that softens the outline of the square.

A square velvet cushion in this size earns its place at the ends of a sofa, propped against the arm, or layered in front of larger back cushions on a bed. The peach is quiet enough to sit with warm neutrals, deeper berry and greens, or plain linen upholstery, and it works as well on a reading chair as it does on a made bed. Because velvet catches the light differently depending on how the pile lies, the same cushion looks a shade lighter or deeper as you move around the room, which gives a plain cover more life than a flat weave would.

The front is cotton velvet; the reverse is a plainer, harder-wearing cotton, so the side that takes the most handling is the more robust one. A zip fastening runs along the reverse, which means the cover comes off for cleaning and the pad can be swapped or replaced. Being cotton throughout, it responds well to a gentle wash and is naturally breathable. The frayed edge is part of the look, so expect a little loose fibre to settle as it beds in. Bertie is offered in a spread of colours across the range, from berry and mustard to forest and navy, if you want to build a mix.

What is the cushion made from?

It is 100% cotton, with an enzyme washed cotton velvet front and a plainer, more hard-wearing cotton reverse that takes everyday handling.

Does the cover come off for cleaning?

Yes. A zip fastening runs along the reverse, so you can remove the cover and take the pad out to wash or replace it.

What size is it and will my pad fit?

It is 45 x 45cm, the standard square size, so a 45cm cushion pad fills it well and gives a plump, well-filled shape.

Why is the edge frayed?

The frayed, fringed edge is a deliberate part of the design. It softens the square outline, and a little loose fibre settling as it beds in is normal.

What colours does it suit?

The soft peach reads as a warm neutral, so it sits happily with plain linens, deeper berry or green tones, and other warm shades.