By the way… what is fouta?
Fouta (or foutah) is originally a fabric used in India. Its use spread first in North Africa, where it is particularly popular in the hammam, then in Europe. It is originally a piece of woven cotton, with fringes, which measures 2 x 1 m. Today, it is made with more varied materials: recycled cotton or hemp, for example.
Light and thin, fouta has the particularity of drying quickly, which means it is primarily used as an alternative to terry toweling. This fabric, which can be adorned with various colors and patterns, is however much more versatile, and it can easily be transformed into a real decorative accessory!
The fouta is very close to the peshtemal, the traditional hammam towel used in Turkey. The latter is, however, slightly smaller, and is commonly worn as a scarf. It can also be used to decorate your interior!
The best decorative ideas for adopting fouta
Soft, airy and available in an astonishing variety of colors and, more and more often, patterns, the fouta is one of the most versatile decorative accessories.
The blanket brings a very cocooning touch to the decor. If we love wool or faux fur in winter, these cozy materials are no longer really suitable for the summer season. We then adopt the fouta to accessorize the sofa. We particularly like it outdoors, where we combine it with an outdoor rug to spruce up the garden furniture.
With its XL format, the fouta looks great as a bed throw. For a summer look, combine it with the printed duvet cover. Want a more refined atmosphere? Combine it with the linen duvet cover. This tandem creates a soft, natural and very authentic atmosphere in the bedroom.
Nothing like a floor mattress placed next to the window to create a reading corner with a view, or a bench on the balcony to relax while enjoying the view. But in the event of someone being overlooked or an unexpected ray of sunlight, you just have to change places. The good idea is to use your fouta as a privacy screen or as a shade sail. Think about the fringes, which make it easy to hang it wherever you want!
Whether made of cotton or hemp, the fouta combines a pleasant lightness and sufficient opacity to preserve your privacy. This fabric can therefore be used to easily make pretty curtains. Is this DIY too ambitious for you? You can find lovely models ready to hang!
What to do with your fouta when it is worn out? Given its dimensions, it should allow you to make several covers to revamp the living room cushions. And if you’re not really on point with your needle in hand, forget about recycling, and buy your ready-made covers!
The linen tablecloth has become essential in the dining room. We love its natural look and relaxed fit. To maintain this authentic and casual aesthetic while still going off the beaten track, replace it with fouta.
The peshtemal is an interesting choice to accompany a fouta used as a tablecloth. With its format, it can be used for example as a napkin. It’s up to you to decide whether you put together a coordinated set, opting for a color that matches the tablecloth, or whether you play with combining colors and patterns.
The cushion brings a nice touch of comfort to the wooden bench or bench. But if you are the type who likes to revamp your interior according to trends or your inspiration, the cover is not really a good solution. Now is the time to grab your prettiest fouta and drape it around the cushion!
Obviously, the fouta finds its place in the bathroom, where it regains its primary function. Although… If you have opted for open storage, it brings a discreet final touch to the decor. We adopt it in blue and white in a seaside-inspired bathroom, in color to give personality to a white bathroom, or in natural colors in a Zen bathroom.
3 models of fouta to shop
Printed, striped or precious: the fouta bends over backwards to make you fall in love.
Graphic geometric pattern and very modern touch of khaki green: the Odyssey fouta offered by Mapoésie has it all. The Parisian brand is also one of the very safe addresses to find a fouta with a sharp look to decorate your interior. It offers a collection made up of sheets in XXL format, with dimensions slightly larger than those of the traditional fouta, precisely so that they can also be used as a tablecloth or sofa throw.
The fouta is one of the pieces that the Febronie house masters to perfection. Here it is enhanced with a touch of gold that is both glam and terribly refined.
At Vent du Sud, the Santorin cotton fouta has dimensions halfway between a traditional fouta and a peshtemal. With its beautiful print, it is particularly stunning in a neo-ethnic interior or to enhance an organic decor.