August is a great month to find area rugs on sale. We recommend looking for the best deals you can find (as there are a lot of them out there) and staying true to the edict that a rug should complement, not dominate a room. We’ve rounded up four of our current favorites, several of which are on sale. One tip: don’t be afraid to ask the vendor to allow you to take the carpet out “on approval” overnight. It’s well worth it to see exactly how the rug fits into your space. And make sure you take off your shoes and feel the rug underneath your feet! It must look and feel good. The rug below comes from the Safavieh Dhurries Collection (DHU548A). We love the coloration and the strong geometric pattern. It’s handwoven in China, and also comes in dark brown. Available in all standard sizes. We adore the bold pattern of this modern take on traditional motifs (below). It’s called the Applique Tulip Bell Multi-Color Rug and its available at Einstein Moomjy. Hand-hooked, this rug is made in China featuring a loop pile–nice to sink your feet into. This rug would look best in a large, open space or with neutral-colored upholstered pieces in a well-lit room. Available in all standard sizes.
This subtle rug (below) is designed by Thomas O’Brien for Safavieh (TOB814). These rugs are hand-knotted in Nepal using hand-spun wool and silk. It’s a great value as it looks expensive, but really isn’t. I recommended this rug to a client recently to update a traditional room, and the room took on a whole new level of chicness. It’s also very kid and dog friendly.
I own the rug below from the Martha Stewart Collection for Safavieh (MSR1315A). I just love the modern coloration of this carpet and the whimsy of the illustrations. It looks wonderful in an entry way (where I’ve got mine). All of the colors meld together beautifully on a very subtle brown background. It’s just a great rug, and it’s available in standard rectangular, runner, and round sizes. Happy shopping! – S