What Is Bouclé Fabric? The Latest Trendy Material To Know

Bouclé (pronounced "boo-clay") fabric is everywhere right now in the home decor world. Perhaps you even have a bouclé piece or two in your own living room. The nubby fabric is commonly used on accent chairs, sofas, and pillows—it complements a range of decor styles, whether you prefer modern pieces or you're all about the Parisian look.

Bouclé is a yarn with loops or the nubby-textured fabric made from it. The term comes from the French word, "boucler," meaning to curl. The texture is unique to all other textiles, says Melinda Marquardt of The Vale London, a textile and wallpaper company.

It is thick, almost like a blanket, and incredibly dense. It is traditionally made from wool or mohair with a soft, cloud-like feel. There is truly nothing like it on the global market.

Why is bouclé so popular again? There is a massive resurgence of neutral and tonal aesthetics, and the nubby texture of the bouclé lends itself to this more wabi-sabi trend.

Bouclé Fabric Colors and Styles

Many people gravitate toward bouclé that is off-white, beige, or another neutral hue, says Marquardt. However, bouclé is available in a range of colors if something bold is more your style. The Vale London offers bouclé in seven colors, which include neutrals as well as pale blue, forest green, slate blue, pale pink, and gray.

The type of bouclé that The Vale sells is referred to as Agnello. Agnello is a substantial bouclé that holds its shape and boasts a subtle sheen courtesy of its viscose content. Wooly and plush with a positively rhythmic warp and weft, Agnello is an easy choice for luxury upholstery—and one of our most popular fabrics.