Shaggy rugs offer long threads, which feet fall into. Twinkle, EtonPlains and Fettucini are great examples of this texture. Their soft, slight, lengthy threads offer a look of glamour and depth. The threads fall around your feet as you step through the rug.
For an opulent rug that feels like warm quicksand around your feet, opt for a pure wool that has a heavy pile weight. The pile weight is the depth of the rug, something like the Arctic or Shetland, with a 5000g pile weight is totally luxurious.
You will barely notice the light wool threads of a hand-knotted rug. Taj Agra, is a timeless classic that all eras will adore. However, don’t be fooled this little rugs beauty is tough underneath its silky smooth exterior.
If you’re looking for something to complete your boudoir or set temperatures soaring, animal hair is perfect. Sheepskin is a rug that can lend itself to a contemporary flat or a traditional home. The sheep’s long hairs make it an ideal rug that’s so soft to touch, you’ll want to wrap around you and snuggle deep down. The versatile rug can be moved from the floor to the bed as a throw for sheer indulgence.