Interior Design Accessories

noun A mat placed in a doorway, on which people can wipe their shoes before entering a building.

• The doormat at the entrance of the building is made of high-quality material.
• Don't forget to wipe your feet on the doormat before entering the house.
• I feel like a doormat, always being taken advantage of by my friends.
• She felt like a doormat in the relationship, constantly being walked all over.

noun a piece of cloth or fabric placed over the back or arms of a chair to protect it from dirt or wear

• The elegant armchairs in the waiting room were adorned with delicate antimacassars.
• My grandma always puts antimacassars on her furniture to keep it clean.
• I never understood the point of those doilies that look like antimacassars.
• The artist used the concept of an antimacassar as a symbol of domesticity in her painting.

noun a sash worn with a Japanese kimono

• The traditional Japanese kimono is often accessorized with an obi.
• I love how the obi adds a pop of color to the outfit.
• Check out this cool obi I found at the thrift store!
• The obi symbolizes the bond between the bride and groom in a Japanese wedding ceremony.