13 Best Accent Chairs To Add Interest To Your Living Room

With its gently curved arms and plush bounce-back seat, this velvet accent chair from the House Beautiful collection at DFS will make a fabulous addition to any living space. It’s available in a range of colours, from an understated putty to this vibrant mustard.

We love rattan accents and this Gondola Club chair from John Lewis is no exception. Designed with gently curved armrests to look like a Venetian gondola, it comes with a plump seat cushion for comfortable lounging.

If you’re looking for an accent chair that will make a real statement, look no further than sofa.com’s Gigi accent chair. Made from sumptuous faux fur in a rich amber hue, this cloud-like chair is as comfortable as it is on-trend.

In a nod to mid-century design, Next’s Flinton accent chair blends a wooden base with soft upholstery and gold metal caps. It’s on the larger side compared to most traditional accent chairs, with a deep seat and higher back that will make for comfortable sitting all day long.

Traditional and timeless, Nkuku’s Sanja accent chair is ticking all the right boxes. It comes in a subtle striped linen fabric with turned wooden legs that sit neatly on castors for an elegant addition to any living room. Pair with the matching Sanja stripe ottoman to complete the look.

Habitat’s Scoop chair originally launched in the 70s and was a hit from the get-go – and this year, it’s back as part of Habitat’s 60th anniversary collection. With plush corded upholstery and a distinctive scoop shape, it makes for the perfect accent piece in your living room.

Add a charming Art Deco vibe to your living space with Marks & Spencer’s Frame accent chair. Available in this plush green velvet or a soft cord, it has a unique open back design that curves around the sides to form the neatly angled arms.

There’s something so elegant about a button-back design, and this linen look number from Dusk is a case in point. Featuring soft, curved lines and wooden legs, the Margo accent chair will make a charmingly versatile addition to any classic interior.

Crafted with a sturdy rubberwood frame and a ribbed faux leather seat, Dunelm’s Quinn accent chair is achingly cool. Don’t be afraid to mix and match when it comes to leather – this accent chair will look the part when paired with materials such as velvet and metal.

This Morley accent chair is one of the more expensive options in our edit but, with each one being handmade in the UK by expert craftspeople, it’s worth the splurge in our eyes. We love the rolled arms and dark oak legs for a gorgeous traditional look.

The boucle trend isn’t going anywhere, and we love this blush pink option for something a little different. The dark stained wooden frame is ideal for schemes with a vintage feel, while the pink colourway adds a kitschy touch.

Adorned with colourful blooms on a rich pink background, Anthropologie’s Floret accent chair will have you feeling summery all year round. It’s finished with a teal velvet seat for a distinctive look.

The Range’s Ophelia armchair has been a viral hit on socials – and it’s not hard to see why. Affordable and stylish in equal measure, it has a modern, minimalist design with wooden legs to add a subtle Scandi feel to your space. And yes, it really is under £90!