5 Fabrics and Materials to Elevate Your Home’s Style

It’s all in the details. When it comes to making a big impact, the smallest characteristics can have the largest appeal. That’s why the 2023 INFINITI QX60 Crossover SUV is made with materials that add both function and style. Similarly, investing in sumptuous fabrics and textures can make that often too little time at home as indulgent as possible. As you pull into the driveway and step out of your QX60, you should be excited to enter a space that’s just as stylish and luxurious as the vehicle. Keep reading for five materials to incorporate into your design this year—beloved for their comfort, effortlessness, and durability.

1. Leather

Leather adds warmth and comfort to any space, from your living room to your car. In fact, INFINITI embarked on a two-year study spanning the globe to determine the most pleasing material feel to human touch. Then, they brought those surfaces and textures, including an available soft-touch leather-appointed material, to the 2023 QX60 in two colors: graphite and saddle brown. It’s a durable fabric that’s crafted with life and luxury in mind, making it a worthy opponent of daily wear and tear. Bonus: It’s easy to care for. Try leather or leatherette (imitation leather made from vinyl) upholstered stools in the kitchen to offset the hard countertops and appliances.

2. Faux Fur

Whether it’s an area rug next to the bed, a blanket folded over an armchair, or a pillow on the couch, a touch of faux fur makes a room feel more cozy and inviting (especially during cold-weather months). Just remember: less is more when it comes to this fluffy fabric. Designers typically suggest limiting yourself to one or two faux fur pieces per room to ensure the trend doesn’t overpower your room.

3. Velvet

Sleek, soft, and regal, velvet screams sophistication. Plus, it just feels luxurious. Sofas, throw pillows, dining chairs, and curtains are just some of the ways you can incorporate this elegant fabric into your home decor. Even better: Color often looks richer and more intense on velvet, so you can make a big design splash with a vibrant shade (think royal blue, emerald green, or mustard). With the 2023 INFINITI QX60, your car can exude as much personality as your home. The vehicle is available in nine exterior colors including Deep Bordeaux and Grand Blue.

4. Stainless Steel

Create visual interest with a mix of metal accents across your space. The juxtaposition between something like refined stainless steel wall art above the couch and a chunky knit throw can add dimension and brighten a room. Seek out metals in the form of bar carts, cocktail shakers and accessories, brushed nickel hardware, and copper cookware.

5. Marble

Marble is chic and elegant, not to mention super durable and resistant to high heat. And while its strength makes the natural stone ideal for countertops, you can also make good use of it beyond the kitchen. Consider a sturdy marble coffee table, marble bowls and vases, or even a marble fireplace surround. Every slab is different, making for a personal touch that’s truly one of a kind.