Olica Cotton Throw - Red

This is a woven throw in red, crossed by large curved shapes in a lighter tone that sweep from one edge to the other, with a loose fringe along its edges. Look closely and the red is finely flecked, which gives the surface a soft, textured depth rather than a flat block of colour. The throw is a blend of 51% cotton, 38% polyester, 8% viscose and 3% other fibre. Cotton brings a soft, breathable handle, and polyester in a blend helps a fabric keep its shape through regular washing. It measures 160cm long and 130cm wide and weighs 1.3KG, a generous size for wrapping round your shoulders or drawing over your knees.

We see it working hardest on the sofa: folded over an arm, ready for a cold evening, or spread across the seat to bring warmth to a plain grey or neutral cover. It sits just as well at the foot of a bed, over the back of an armchair in a reading spot, or across your lap in a draughty room. The red is deep enough to anchor a room built on wood, linen and soft neutrals, and the curved pattern adds movement without fighting busier prints nearby. It makes a welcome gift for anyone moving house or anyone who loves a cosy evening at home.

The throw has a woven finish, so the pattern is built into the cloth rather than printed on its surface, and turning back a corner shows the same shapes on the reverse with the tones swapped. Care is straightforward: it machine washes at 40 degrees, tumble dries on a low setting and takes a medium iron if you want crisp folds. For styling, fold it in thirds lengthways and hang it over the arm of the sofa with the fringe falling free, so the curved shapes show at their best.

What is the throw's composition?

It is a woven blend of 51% cotton, 38% polyester, 8% viscose and 3% other fibre, giving a soft handle with a dependable shape.

Can I put it in the washing machine?

Yes. It machine washes at 40 degrees and can go in the tumble dryer on a low setting, so it is easy to keep fresh.

How big is the throw?

It is 160cm long and 130cm wide, a comfortable size for one person to wrap up in on the sofa or to lay across the foot of a bed.

Can it be ironed?

Yes, on a medium setting. A light press after washing smooths the cloth nicely before you fold it away.

How heavy is it?

It weighs 1.3KG, which gives it a comfortable, reassuring weight across your knees on a cool evening.

Is the pattern the same on both sides?

The pattern is woven through the cloth, so the back carries the same curved shapes with the tones swapped, and either side can face up.