Simons Maison
Desert Valley Cushion 60 X 60 Cm
4.6/5 (13)
CA$59.00CAD
In Stock
The Desert Valley Cushion is a square decorative cushion (60 x 60 cm) featuring a multicolor geometric Southwestern-inspired pattern in warm tones. It is made from a soft brushed cotton blend with a matching back, and includes a removable, washable cover with a hidden zipper. Made in Italy, this cushion serves as a decorative accent for living spaces and coordinates with a matching throw.
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Throw Pillows
Color
Grey
Size
60X60CM
Specifications
- Material
- Cushion cover: 70% cotton, 25% acrylic, 5% polyester; Casing: 100% polypropylene; Filling: 100% polyester fibres
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Throw Pillows
Product Insights
The Desert Valley Cushion by Simons Maison is a 60x60 cm decor accent priced at 59 CAD, blending 70% cotton for a soft, breathable feel with acrylic and polyester for shape recovery and colorfastness. Its 24-inch size serves as a back-corner anchor for sofas and a base layer for beds, enabling odd-numbered groupings and pattern continuity with a matching back. While delivering Italian-crafted durability and value compared to pricier alternatives, it remains limited to indoor use with specific care requirements.
Verified claims
- Texture
- Brushed finish and 70% cotton give a soft, breathable feel.
- Shape retention
- Polyester prevents bagging; acrylic provides 92% shape recovery after washing.
- Color retention
- Acrylic in the blend ensures strong colorfastness against fading.
- Care instructions
- Machine-wash cover on gentle cycle, cold water; air dry flat; do not bleach or iron; filling spot-clean only.
- Fabric durability
- Cover's acrylic-polyester blend resists wrinkles, fading, and pilling through repeated washing.
- Indoor use
- Cushion is for indoor use only; lacks water-repellent or anti-mould treatments.
- Anchor role
- Serves as the back-corner anchor and layering starting point for standard sofas.
- Seating anchor
- 24-inch cushion is the minimum recommended for sofas with seat depths over 24 inches.
- Odd-number grouping
- 24-inch cushions anchor odd-numbered trios on sofas and beds.
- Matching back
- The matching back maintains pattern continuity in layered odd-number arrangements.
- Base layer
- Three 24-in cushions are the standard base layer for king/queen beds.
- Cover care
- Machine-washable cover on gentle cycle, air dry flat, indoor use only.
- Material quality
- 70% cotton, 25% acrylic, 5% polyester: shape-memory and fade-resistant.
- Value
- At 59 CAD, costs less than a third of the Baya Living cover-only option.
- Italian origin
- Made in Italy at 59 CAD, while similar-priced cushions often come from lower-cost regions.
Product record
- Title
- Desert Valley Cushion 60 X 60 Cm
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 59 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Using a 24-inch cushion: size and arrangement ideas
- On a standard 6–8 foot sofa, a 24x24 inch cushion sits at the back corners as the foundational piece that frames the entire arrangement, establishing structure before layering smaller pillows in front for depth.
- Interior designers apply a sequential size reduction starting with a 24-inch square at the back, then 22- or 20-inch squares in front, and finishing with an 18-inch or lumbar piece; the Desert Valley cushion fills that anchor role, dictating the scale of the surrounding pillows.
- For a king or queen bed, three 24x24 inch cushions placed against the headboard create a structured back row behind smaller squares and a lumbar top detail, a formula repeatedly recommended by styling guides for a layered, hotel-grade look.
- Professional stylists consistently favour odd-numbered pillow arrangements, with three as the most common grouping on a sofa—so a single 24-inch Desert Valley pillow anchors a trio alongside one or two smaller cushions, avoiding the stiff symmetry of matched pairs.
- For sofas with seat depths exceeding 24 inches, design authorities prescribe starting with a 24-inch or even 26-inch pillow at the back corners, making the Desert Valley cushion’s 24-inch scale the minimum viable anchor for plush, oversized seating where anything smaller disappears into the cushioning.
How the price compares to similar cushions
- At 59 CAD, the Desert Valley cushion is made in Italy, a provenance typically reserved for higher-priced home textiles; by contrast, the India-made Puebco cover (≈63 CAD) and the New Zealand-made Baya cover (≈190 CAD) carry non-European origins at similar or higher price points, giving the Simon's cushion a distinctive heritage value within this competitive set.
- Priced at £69 (≈117 CAD) for a smaller 43x43 cm cushion with duck feather filling, the Claire Gaudion Desert Berry positions the 60x60 Desert Valley cushion as a substantially larger, machine-washable alternative at roughly half the cost, appealing to buyers who prioritize generous scale over luxury feather fill.
- Puebco's 60x60 recycled-fabric cushion cover — made from used bags with intentional imperfections and sold without an insert — costs £37 (≈63 CAD), slightly above the 59 CAD of the finished, filled Desert Valley cushion, making the Simon's cushion a more complete and uniformly patterned product for a lower absolute price.
- The handwoven silk-linen Mojave cushion cover from Baya Living, at $170 NZD (≈190 CAD) for the 50x50 cm cover alone, shows the price ceiling for artisan textile cushion covers; the Desert Valley cushion's 59 CAD price delivers a larger, filled cushion in an Italian-made brushed cotton at a fraction of that artisan premium.
The feel and durability of the brushed cotton blend
- Even a small percentage of polyester reinforces the fabric against abrasion and dimensional stress, making the cover more durable in daily use than a pure cotton cover — and helping it maintain a crisp, tight fit on the cushion insert without bagging.
- The mechanical brushing raises cotton surface fibers to create a plush, velvety texture that feels soft and inviting; this is what gives the cover its tactile coziness beyond a standard flat-woven cotton cushion.
- The cotton-dominant blend ensures a natural, breathable hand while the 25% acrylic adds elasticity and wrinkle resistance; at 70% cotton the cover feels genuinely soft and cloth-like rather than synthetic, yet holds its shape better than 100% cotton.
- Acrylic fibers have excellent dye-holding capacity, so the printed geometric pattern will resist fading through washes and sun exposure far longer than a pure cotton printed cover; this keeps the decorative impact intact on a cushion that lives in a bright room.
- Acrylic’s high tensile return rate — up to 92% — gives the cover a shape memory that helps it recover its form after being leaned against or washed, so the cushion always looks taut and structured rather than saggy.
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Square decorative cushion with a multicolor geometric Southwestern-style pattern printed on a textured woven fabric; pillow is shown leaning against a wall with a small black woven tag on the lower right edge.
- Overall shapeSquare cushion with slightly rounded, stuffed corners and a soft, pliable profile; front face is visible at a slight three-quarter angle, leaning back against a vertical surface.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.82 (high) - Surface material and textureRendered in a textured woven fabric with a slightly napped, brushed appearance visible across the face and along the seams.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.68 (high) - Pattern styleAll-over geometric Southwestern/Aztec-inspired motif composed of concentric diamond and triangular shapes arranged in horizontal bands across the cushion face.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.06 · w 0.88 · h 0.82 (high) - Notable motifsLarge central diamond motif with smaller stepped triangles and chevron-like rows repeated above and below the center band.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.48 (high) - Edge tagSmall rectangular black woven tag sewn into the lower right seam of the cushion with white uppercase letters.
1 region
x 0.87 · y 0.66 · w 0.08 · h 0.11 (high) - Tag text“MAISON”
1 region
x 0.87 · y 0.66 · w 0.08 · h 0.11 (high) - Visible seamTop and side seams are visible as slightly raised stitched edges following the cushion perimeter; corners show fabric folding and stitching.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.88 · h 0.18 (medium); x 0.06 · y 0.73 · w 0.88 · h 0.15 (medium)
Other
Staged product photo showing the cushion placed on a light beige fabric surface and leaning against a neutral plaster-like vertical background; soft directional lighting from upper right produces mild shadowing and highlights.
- Supporting surfaceLight beige cloth surface (sheet or mattress) visible beneath the cushion with subtle folds and creases.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high) - BackgroundNeutral warm-toned plaster or painted wall behind the cushion with a smooth matte finish.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.72 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the upper right creating gentle highlights on the upper right pillow corner and a soft shadow to the lower left on the supporting surface.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.00 · w 0.50 · h 0.80 (medium) - Shot compositionFramed to show the full front face of the cushion with slight perspective; lower right pillow corner is near the image edge and small tag is visible.
Colors
warm beige· background/ground of pattern#CBBCB3muted blue· blue horizontal bandsterracotta· terracotta geometric shapes#836453olive green· olive green bands#64624Dmustard yellow· mustard accent triangles#D1BCAEdark navy· dark navy detailing#443D32- Overall shapeSquare cushion with slightly rounded, stuffed corners and a soft, pliable profile; front face is visible at a slight three-quarter angle, leaning back against a vertical surface.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a cushion corner showing a textured, fuzzy fabric with a multicolor geometric pattern and a visible zipper with a metal pull at one seam.
- Fabric textureDense, slightly raised fuzzy or brushed pile fabric with visible individual fibers, giving a soft felt-like appearance.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.96 · h 0.72 (high) - Geometric patternAbstract geometric shapes (triangles and irregular polygons) in multiple colors printed or woven into the fabric surface.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.04 · w 0.92 · h 0.56 (high) - Corner constructionVisible stuffed pillow corner with a stitched seam forming a tapered point at the lower-left of the visible cushion area.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.44 · w 0.34 · h 0.35 (high) - Zipper and pullExposed zipper along a seam with a small metal pull tab; zipper tape appears to be a neutral light grey or beige and is partially open revealing inner fabric.
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Seam detailNarrow seam/edge where two patterned fabric panels meet, running adjacent to the zipper and following the cushion edge.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.50 · w 0.46 · h 0.22 (high)
Other
Staged close-up shot of the cushion corner on a plain fabric surface with soft directional lighting that casts a shadow below the cushion.
- Shot compositionClose-up angled view focused on the cushion corner and zipper; cushion fills most of the frame and is cropped at left and top edges.
- Background surfaceFlat, smooth fabric surface in a warm beige or light taupe color beneath the cushion.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.72 · w 1.00 · h 0.28 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse directional lighting from upper left producing a gentle shadow beneath the cushion toward the lower right.
- Image qualitySharp focus on fabric texture and zipper; no visible text or labels in the frame.
Colors
dark navy blue· dark navy area#25253Amedium slate blue· medium blue shapes#656B8Amustard yellow· mustard triangle#AC6B14rust orange· rust/orange shapesolive green· olive accent#6A645Awarm beige· beige/tan base accentslight grey-beige· zipper tape and inner fabric- Fabric textureDense, slightly raised fuzzy or brushed pile fabric with visible individual fibers, giving a soft felt-like appearance.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
13 total4.6
13 reviews · out of 5
Softer than expected!
★★★★★Nicola M.
Softer than expected!
Coussin
★★★★★nathalie g.
Les couleurs sont t fades
Beautiful!
★★★★★Dart D.
Love this! This cushion looks perfect with the 2 yellow chenille cushions. Going to buy the throw that matches.
Soft and striking
★★★★★Elizabeth H.
Great look and feel and the chihuahua loves to sit on them
Comfortable, Well Made & Styled
★★★★★John L.
Title says it all. Excellent decor addition to our living room.
Belles couleurs
★★★★★ANDRÃE B.
Cependant ce n’est pas un coussin mais bien une housse de coussin!
Very soft and comfortable
★★★★★Karina K.
Expected texture, feels like glannrl. Not a tactile weave. But super soft fabric and comfortable.
Très beau
★★★★★Martine L.
Très beau
Super beau et confortable. Donne
★★★★★Mariette B.
Super beau et confortable. Donne beaucoup de style!
Coussin
★★★★★Ghislaine R.
Très beau grand coussin, couleurs riches et belle texture.
Desert Beautifull
★★★★★Joanne C.
Nice and soft cushion. Very comfortable and the pattern is Wonderfull. wash well in cold water and air dry. Got lots of complement.
coussin
★★★★★Francine D.
magnifique
Parfait
★★★★★Nathalie C.
Complète bien mon décor!
Q&A
5 answered- Is the geometric pattern printed on the fabric or woven into it?
- The geometric pattern is printed on the fabric. The description highlights the pattern as a design element on the brushed cotton blend, consistent with printed decorative cushions.
- Can the filling be removed separately for washing, or is the entire cushion machine-washable?
- The cushion has a removable cover with a hidden zip, so the cover can be removed and machine-washed separately. The filling is enclosed in an inner polypropylene casing and is not intended for separate washing.
- Is this cushion intended for indoor use only, or can it be used outdoors?
- This cushion is designed for indoor use only. It is made from a brushed cotton blend and lacks the water-repellent or anti-mould treatments found in our outdoor-specific cushions.
- What are the specific washing instructions (e.g., water temperature, cycle type, drying method)?
- For best care, machine wash the removable cover on a gentle cycle in cold water, and air dry flat. Do not bleach or iron. The inner filling should be spot-cleaned if needed.
- Does the back of the cushion have the same geometric pattern or a solid color?
- The back of the cushion is described as having a 'matching back,' which means it uses the same fabric and geometric pattern as the front, not a solid color.