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Comfy chairs are not just, obviously, comfortable, but they also produce a feeling of comfort in a room. Even in the absence of a statement centerpiece like a luxury couch, the right chair can make a whole room look cozy. Investing in a comfortable chair is a win-win for your physical state of comfort and for the relaxing ambience your room can offer.
Whether you're looking for a chair for watching TV, reading a book, or taking a pleasant afternoon nap, these 22 chairs go above and beyond their calls of duty. Some have roomy bases for sitting cross-legged or curling up into a ball. Others have supersoft fabrics like velvet or silky-smooth leather. Great cushioning is nonnegotiable on all of these, but the style choices vary enough to suit a mix of preferences. Go with something that matches your existing furniture, or make a new comfy chair stand out by contrasting it with the rest of the room decor. Either way, one of these comfy accent chairs will take your lounging to the next level.
Article's luxe velvet lounge chair has a wide base and flattened armrests, which can double as a headrest as you slowly sink into the seat.
Floyd's lounge chair is quite literally called a "sink down" chair. and that is what it's made to do. The seat base is wide and roomy, and the cushions are cloudlike. Good to sink into for the whole rest of the day.
Some furniture brands are making what they call a chair and a half, which is bigger than your normal chair but not as big as a love seat. You could squish two people onto it if you want, but it's really meant to be plenty roomy for one. Plus, we love a little bit of velvet.
No one does big and stark contemporary furniture like Arhaus. The brand loves a big, luxe sofa, and the photography backdrop of marble or concrete speaks volumes to the vibe.
That said, everything it churns out is both elevated and incredibly comfortable. The Engles chair features nice soft lines and a high back you can really relax into. That said, there are probably ten other options from Arhaus that could have made this list.
CB2 is our favorite retailer for contemporary mid-century-inspired furniture. No one does it better at a similar price point. Some of the brand's best offerings at the moment are the Rodez apartment sofa, long sofa, and this little accent chair. The shape is elegant, the leather is absolutely beautiful, and the seat is deep enough for you to get comfortable.
One word of warning though, it's quite a low-slung chair. The seat is only about 17 inches off the ground.
The Citizenry works with artisans from all over the world for its collections, and it's recently been expanding into furniture. A lot of it is good, but the Helm armchair is the absolute standout. The shape is modern, but the materials are homey.
The chair is great for reading, but pair it with the ottoman and you've got an all-day lounge setup.
A regular recliner will be comfortable, but it might not match your taste level. Thankfully our friends over at DWR make a recliner that's got a more refined shape. Plus, with almost 100 upholstery options, anyone can find a version of it that works with their space.
We never thought we'd be turning to Anthropologie for furniture. It always seemed a bit too young, too boho. But this Havana leather chair ... well, it's stunning. The top-grain leather looks incredible, and the shape adds some visual interest.
And yes, of course, it's comfortable. The plush cushions are perfect for a rainy day in.
This chair is made to be lived in, sat on, ate on, whatever you're apt to do on the chairs in your house. This is not precious furniture. This is durable and it is comfortable, and it belongs in a house where it's going to get some use. Choose from a ton of upholstery types and colors, as well as two comfort options: classic and a bit more luxe memory foam.
The Internet loves a steal, and this armless lounger is a bit of a designer dupe. This is a great option for making a corner extra cozy in a bedroom or living space, especially wherever kids might be. It's lightweight for a chair, at 28 pounds, making it easy to up and move whenever you might need. Great for absolutely rotting in front of the TV on the weekends.
AllModern's barrel chair is as much about the arms as it is about the seat itself. The wide arms and thick back define how comfy this chair is. It's not just for sitting proper and upright. It's for lounging, for hanging your legs over and taking a nap. That said, we do wish the backrest was a bit more substantial.
For a simple, inexpensive, and comfy chair, this one is great. The high back is nice and supportive, sitting at just the right angle and with an added cushion where your head and neck hit. It's designed with high-density-sponge cushioning, which feels great but can wear down after some use.
This Zinus chair is well priced, easy to put together, and easy to move. The metal frame isn't great for resting your arms and limbs, but the thick, shredded-foam cushioning makes the actual sitting part quite comfy. Some reviewers report high-use chairs wearing down on that cushion, though.
We know not everyone is in the business of buying a nearly $4,000 chair, but damn if we wouldn't sell our souls for this one. For an absolute luxury buy, Maiden Home's Perry chair has a wide, deep base that is excellent for crawling into and a high back for sitting support. The silky microfiber fabric is next-level soft but also rather delicate.
Lulu and Georgia's swivel chair is designed with a wide, circular base that is extremely comfortable for sitting cross-legged on or piling children on top of. It's high-quality and isn't just popping out of any old dusty warehouse; each chair is made to order. However, the downside of that means it'll take some extra time to ship to you and cannot be returned.
Our editors have expressed LoveSac love several times. This is not a shitty old beanbag. This is an adult-sized, actually-going-to-last-a-long-time beanbag chair. For curling up with a coffee, there's nothing we prefer over this.
Once again, note the height. The seat height is around 15 inches, which is quite low. Older buyers might want to sit this one out. (Sorry for the pun.)
This Sundays chair is lightweight, well-made, and a great upgrade to most living spaces. The cushion on this gives it some extra comfort, but you can take it off, too, to see more of that rattan aesthetic.
The comfort of this Casterly chair is all in the thick seat cushion and cozy bouclé fabric. It feels soft to the touch and adds a bit of softened dimension to the room.
This is a very extra outdoor chair, but if you are serious about your comfort, this is the most comfortable outdoor chair around. Most outdoor-friendly chairs skimp on the cushioning and only offer something flimsy and easy to take off before a rainstorm. You can still detach this woven fabric, but it's thicker and more cushioned than any you've seen before.
Desk chairs like this one from Amazon have been making the rounds on the Internet for giving supportive cushioning on a chair that's often flat and uninviting. Working from home is as comfortable as you make it.
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