28 Colorful Throw Pillow Covers That Are Perfect For Summer

Saffron Marigold - Updated: July 16, 2024

No need for brand new pillow inserts when you can switch out your spring covers with a summer throw pillow cover instead. The summer heat means you might be spending more time indoors during peak sun hours, so you want to set an upbeat mood inside the home. For the bedroom, living room, or sunroom, these colorful pillow covers are sure to be a fantastic addition.

What colors to choose for your summer pillow covers

Bright, saturated tones. Lightweight pastels. Calming blues. Summer is the time to experiment with new colors and combinations that may be too forward for other seasons—how exciting! Take a look at these popular colors for summer we adore.

1. Rich yellows and oranges

Mustard yellow, rust, tangerine, and sunflower are summertime in color form, reminiscent of mustard flower fields and tangy popsicles.

2. Deep, tropical reds

Poinciana, red hot chili pepper, shiraz, strawberry, or scarlet red makes for a striking accent color. Imagine an exotic tropical flower blooming against emerald green foliage.

3. Fresh greens

Mint, biscay green, fern green, emerald, and green quartz allow you to bring mood-boosting green into your home. Shades of green have a refreshing effect in the midst of the hot summer season.

4. Beachy blues

Cerulean, French blue, Pacific blue, summer blue marl, and turquoise make your home feel like a coastal getaway.

5. Other summery colors

Offbeat colors you might not normally think of for summer include fuschia, lilac and ivory, dahlia, mocha, and muted colors. Also consider classics like white, cream, tan, and warm grays. Use these as bases or the colors of choice for your furniture.

Yellow, orange, and red summer pillow covers: Endless summer

For a summer throw pillow, you can’t get more on-brand than a tropical theme.

Orange Blossom

One of our warmest prints yet, Orange Blossom, in both its iterations, instantly brightens up a room.

Summer Selects

If you prefer a beachy vacation to an urban tour, Orange Blossom is the right choice.

Muros Wallpaper

Boho Line Art Leaves Wallpaper

For a maximalist feel, this commanding wallpaper is one to try. Its warm colors complement those on Orange Blossom.

Finnish Design Shop

Exit Trolley, Oak

Serve up lemonade, sangria pitchers, and other heat wave refreshments with this versatile bar cart.

Set of four hand painted taper candles

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Palm Tree Hanging Light

Add more happy colors with this set of hand-painted taper candles adorned in graphic designs.

Gardens of Versailles

A colorful throw pillow to set the tone for your resplendent summer days.

Summer Selects

This summer throw pillow cover was made for someone who enjoys a bit of grandeur.

Invisible Collection

Midi Sofa

The Gardens of Versailles print will pop against a teal-colored sofa. Don’t skimp out on comfort—or style—this summer!

Smallable

Glass Bookends Amber

Natural materials continue to dominate interior design trends, and a pair of genuine glass bookends also play up Versailles’ opulent characteristics.

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Celebration ~ Hand-Carved Woden Tea Light Candle Holder

Little luxuries like this magnificent hand-carved wooden tea light holder make a room feel well-thought-out.

Indian Summer

Mix and match these two coordinating prints for your bedding and sofa accessories.

Summer Selects

Seek shelter from the heat, and retreat to your cozy, Indian-inspired space. Your orange summer throw pillow covers will shine best when paired with lush and natural accents.

Kathy Kuo Home

Sharon Rustic Lodge Natural Brown Rattan Magazine Holder

Keep your favorite reads close by with this chic magazine basket made of unfinished rattan.

Wayfair

Therapia Shiny Sun Gilded Cedar Wood Wall Mirror

A hint of the ornate while keeping true to Indian Summer’s down-to-earth vibes with this wooden wall mirror.

Etsy

Jacaranda Tree – Artificial Bonsai

Imagine yourself walking along a street paved with blooming jacarandas, their blossoms sweet and magical.

Moonlit Taj

You may dream of traveling to the culture-rich cities of India, but for now, Moonlit Taj is the next best thing. Try these botanic summer throw pillow covers for a taste of luxury.

Summer Selects

A little glitz and glam never hurt anyone, and we thank Moonlit Taj’s commitment to this motto.

Crate&Barrel

French Kitchen Marble Wine Cooler

Pop open a bottle of your favorite Sauv Blanc with a friend in the retreat of your own home. Bonus if you’re serving a platter of scrumptious apps.

Woodstock Chimes

Crystal Sunrise Cascade Suncatcher – Green

Cherish all the sunshine this summer with a beautiful suncatcher. This one captures Moonlit Taj’s elegance and wonder.

Amazon

Patterns of India: A Journey Through Colors, Textiles, and the Vibrancy of Rajasthan

Take a break from social media and travel through India’s colorful streets to find jaw-dropping designs in this unique travel book.

Colorful summer throw pillows: Moroccan vibes

Purple is a sweet color made even more precious with deep cream, green, and golden accents.

Mosaique Bleue

For a color scheme that throws tradition out the window, try cyan, brown, and other underrated colors in summer interior decor. This collection of summer throw pillows is a beautiful song of earth and sky.

Summer Selects

Go for an exotic look with Mosaique Bleue and other global-inspired finds. Intricate, geometric designs will echo the artisanal quality of your Moroccan summer throw pillow covers.

CB2

Celia White Vase

This 3D porcelain vase features form-defying, pleated sides, handmade and water-sealed for preserving fresh flowers in water.

Kulture Deco

Mandala headboard Balinese Wall Art

This hand-carved mandala headboard features a muted version of the Mosaique Bleue summer throw color palette.

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Lotus Bloom ~ Hand-Carved Wooden Tea Light Holder

Double down on the floral and intricate motifs with this ornate hand-carved tea light holder.

Blue summer throw pillows: Beyond coastal

Tired of the coastal look? Try a modern fairytale style instead!

Enchanted Blue and Morning Dew

Spring doesn’t have a monopoly on florals. Invite wildflowers to your room during the sunny season with summer throw pillow covers from our Enchanted and Morning Dew collections. These French Provincial prints evoke an airy, romantic summertime feel.

Summer Selects

Romantic decor is most fitting for the idyllic prints in your summer throw pillows.

Target

Glam Metal Oval Decorative Wall Mirror Gold

Full of whimsy, this butterfly mirror is a great companion to any colorful pillow cover, but most especially to Enchanted Blue’s abundant floral print.

World Market

Boho Sheer Cotton Macrame Canopy

Carve out a special me-space in your living room via this ceiling-mounted canopy. Hello, undisturbed relaxation!

Petals

Sage Paisley ~ Hand-Painted Taper Candles

Stress-free and ever-lasting, this bouquet is a fine alternative to fresh blooms. Just like Enchanted’s forever flowers, these can be put on display indefinitely.

Midnight Lotus

Colorful doesn’t always have to be eclectic, like this elegant lotus-laden print in a simple blue and white.

Summer Selects

Pair the royal blue in Midnight Lotus with other blue decor or complementary yellow furniture.

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Lotus Coffee Table by Chelsea House

Let this lotus-shaped table be the centerpiece in your living room. Widely spaced, slender feet provide enough leg room even in a small common area.

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Vintage Kantha Quilt Sari Throw

Add more color to your sofa or armchair by draping an orange quilt throw on the back—a wonderful complement to royal blue.

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Sapphire Seas ~ Hand-Painted Pillar Candles

This set of blue pillars is a call to the calm royal blue in Midnight Lotus. Hand-painted in South Africa, these can be used as decorative candles or clean-burning ambiance candles.

Mosaique Bleue

These summer pillow covers are a Mediterranean dream, inspired by Morocco’s zellige art form. Though not throw pillow covers, use these to complement your smaller pillows.

Summer Selects

Bright accent colors and organic materials are a foolproof choice for summer.

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Royal Mansour ~ Jaipuri Razai Quilt

Pair your blue throw pillows with this Moroccan-inspired quilt. The pattern is clean, artistic, and aesthetic-boosting.

Anthropologie

Lilith Chair & Ottoman

Now, here’s a color you rarely see on wicker furniture—peach! Luckily, Mosaique Bleue’s multicolor print allows you to play around with any color on the rainbow.

Kathy Kuo Home

Ryan French Country Beige Ceramic Potted Olive Tree

Nothing more Mediterranean than an indoor olive tree such as this one. Best thing is, it’s small enough to be tucked away in an empty corner.

Morning Dew

Create your version of a French aristocrat’s countryside summer villa, starting with Morning Dew.

Summer Selects

Combined with a statement piece and other decorative choices that fall within the same theme, these colorful pillow covers will make your home feel positively posh.

Invisible Collection

Mirage Folding Screen

Upgrade the wooden, distressed folding days of old with a statement piece such as this French, retro-chic landscape screen made with straw inlays.

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White Filigree ~ Hand-Painted Pillar Candles

A classic white filigree candle is a timeless addition to any shelf or table. Pair with a golden candle stand to bring out Morning Dew’s elegant side.

Mytri Designs

Pure Brass Double Photo Frame

Finally, pay homage to Morning Dew’s French Country charm using this old-school brass frame in an antique brass finish.

English Gardens

English Gardens is another high-class print that translates well into summer throw pillow covers.

Summer Selects

Outdoor spaces are in this summer, but you can still enjoy fresh air without baking in the sun. Spruce up your shaded garden area with a select few accessories.

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Britta Indoor/Outdoor Rug

A high-performance rug is necessary for outdoor spaces. Along with your colorful throw pillow, this green floor covering will make your outdoor area the new favorite hangout spot.

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English Gardens ~ Round Tablecloth

Dress up your garden table on special occasions with the effortlessly elegant English Gardens tablecloth! Perfect for birthdays, bridal showers, and baby showers.

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Large Tea Set

Enjoy a nice cup of mint lemon tea on your shaded deck with a quirky tea set in a delightful coral shade.

Casablanca Blues

Casablanca Blues (in both Blue and White versions) belongs to a group of reliable prints when it comes to summer throw pillows.

Summer Selects

Instead of a garden dining area, you might create a shoes-off deck space, and take it to the floor à la Moroccan style.

Frontgate

Britta Indoor/Outdoor Rug

A high-traffic rug like this one is best for outdoor spaces, but perhaps some colorful throw pillows or cushions are necessary to create some buffer between you and the floor.

Pratik Outdoor

Handmade Folding Wooden Table

Perfect for enjoying a meal al fresco for a group—or just you and your special other. This no-fuss table is made with solid pine and it folds neatly.

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Mosaique Bleue – Sky ~ Boho Print Blue Cloth Napkins (Set of 6)

Hand block printed on cotton, this dreamy and striking set of napkins is perfect for summer meals outside.

Istanbul

Turn to a rustic, boho-inspired summer retreat with Istanbul Moroccan throw pillows.

Summer Selects

Incorporate wooden materials and nature-inspired decor when decorating with Istanbul throw pillow covers for the summer.

Wayfair

Anetha Upholstered Armchair

This rattan chair reminds us of rustic vacation homes where one goes during the summer to recharge their spirit.

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Eco-Friendly African Woven Baskets

Keep it warm and homey with woven baskets on your coffee table filled with items like dried flowers, potpourri satchets, and other accents.

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Pampas Grass, Boho Decor

Bring the beauty of the outdoors with fluffy pampas grass bunches for a bohemian touch to your rustic home.

Green summer throw pillows: The nature trend

Discover the therapeutic powers of nature and surround yourself with our botanical throw covers.

Woodland Ferns

Looking for a colorful throw pillow that’s equal parts whimsy and charm? Woodland Ferns is our number one pick!

Summer Selects

Materials found in nature, plus nature-inspired motifs enhance the look of a botanical print.

West Elm

Carved Wood 32″ Coffee Table

Lean into the nature trend with this mango wood coffee table in a natural finish. Made in India, this little table is full of personality.

West Elm

Sage Paisley ~ Hand-Painted Pillar Candles

Dress up your coffee table or dining table with this set of two pale green candles, which echoes the soothing green in Woodland Ferns.

Etsy

Creative Gold Animal Wall Hooks

Install a few of these imaginative hooks for hanging summer accessories like your broad-rimmed hat and oversized tote bag.

Multicolor summer throw pillows: Layering colors

Lastly, don’t be afraid to experiment with unexpected color schemes.

Enchanted – White & Empress Gardens

Graceful energy surrounds these summer throw pillows, so your choice of decor should match their aesthetic.

Summer Selects

Muted pinks and blues give your room a fresh vintage-inspired characteristic.

Maisonette

Brooks Glass Table Lamp

Eclectic rooms will be made better with this semi-transparent glass lamp topped with a crisp white drum.

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Enchanted – Ivory ~ Jaipuri Razai Quilt

Match your quilt with your pillowcases for a pastel-perfect bedscape. Our Jaipuri Razais are perfect for summer afternoon naps!

Pottery Barn

Birds In Blue Framed Paper Print Set of 2

To go with your floral summer pillow covers, consider this nature-themed watercolor print set.

Tropical Garden

Last, but not least, the summer crowd-pleaser print: tropical floral!

Summer Selects

Keep it simple but cohesive with materials in their natural or near-natural form, such as handwoven grass items.

Williams Sonoma

Nito Pitcher

Serve cool fruit punches in a stylish ceramic pitcher outfitted in handwoven nito, a type of vine found in the mountains of Southern Philippines.

Crate&Barrel

Artesia Natural Coasters, Set of 4

These rustic coasters are handcrafted out of rattan and buri—the perfect holders for your glass of chilled fruit punch.

Home Depot

Festival of Colors ~ Hand-Painted Pillar Candles

Painted in brilliant summery shades, this set of two pillar candles from South Africa brings unexpected tropical colors to your summer decor.

Which material is best for pillow covers?

Natural materials like cotton, wool, silk, and linen are some of the best choices for pillow covers. They doubly work as decorative pieces and a comfortable place to lay your head in case you want to take a power nap in the middle of the day. In particular, cotton is a cool, breathable fabric—perfect for those warm summer days.

However, velvet, polyester, satin, faux leather, and microfiber are also durable, inexpensive choices that you might consider it if you want to mix and match your colorful throw pillow materials.

Do throw pillows have to match?

No, throw pillows don’t have to match. Throw pillows look even better and visually interesting when they don’t have the exact same print, color, or texture. Choose up to three colors for your throw pillows, and match them with existing colors in your living room or bedroom.

Try one of these colorful pillow cover prints for redecorating your home this summer!

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