Accessorize your bed with a gorgeous cotton or linen standard sham. These decorative pillowcases can highlight an accent color or simply enhance the overall effect of a coordinating comforter. Use several in a guest room to make the space feel as inviting as possible. You could even use pillows in standard shams on a window seat.

Standard shams use hues and texture to draw the eye. Find a dove gray piece with pleats to coordinate with contemporary motifs, or choose a tan model with diamond ruching for transitional spaces. From beds to chaises, sofas, and futons, a standard sham is a lovely accent for pillows in any part of the home.