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23 March 2025
An accent chair has the ability to add unique character to a room, like no other piece of furniture can. It adds personality and texture, while offering flexible seating wherever it’s placed. Choosing the right accent chair means thinking about colour, shape, fabric, and importantly, how it complements your space rather than competes with it.
Libra’s accent chair styling snapshot
• Pick fabric and colour that contrast or complement existing furnishings
• Use chairs to define areas: lounge corners, reading nooks, hallway features
• Match with throws, cushions, side tables, and rugs for a layered look
• Mix finishes: velvet, corduroy, wood, for depth
• Let the accent chair shine as a focal piece, not just extra seating
Place and purpose by room
Lounge & Living Areas
The Rowley Upholstered Chair in Olive brings a touch of nature with its warm green velvet, while the Rowley Blush version adds softness and warmth. These work beautifully beside a sofa, with a side table and lamp, or grouped with pouffes for extra seating. Pair with cream cushions and a tan throw for balance.
Statement finishes and texture
The Ellis Chair Mid Brown Corduroy introduces the richness of corduroy texture, perfect for homes that lean into cosy, layered interiors. It complements dark woods or gold accents, especially when styled under soft lighting and complemented with a ceramic vase or reflective décor piece.
Accent and swivel styles
The Portico Belgian Velvet Swivel Chair adds movement as well as style. Ideal for conversational areas, dressing rooms, or beside a console in a foyer. It’s bold colours and pattern make it the perfect piece for really making a statement.
Wooden arms & natural tones
The Egerton Occasional Chair with Wooden Arms in green fabric offers both form and structure. The wood arms introduce architectural interest, so placing it in a study, conservatory, or reading corner allows its details to show. Style with woven rugs, cream throws, or brass finishes to complement its earthy green colour.
Ellis Chair Mid Brown Corduroy
Egerton Occasional Chair with Wooden Arms
Finishing touches & placement
Choosing where to place your accent chair matters as much as what it looks like. In a hallway, it can make a welcoming statement; in a study, it offers respite from desk work; in a dining or kitchen corner, it can soften edges and provide comfort. Wherever you place it, make sure there’s enough surrounding space so the chair breathes. Accessorise with side tables, cushions, lamps, or a small rug. Matching or contrasting textures (velvet with wood, or corduroy with ceramic) adds richness without overwhelming the room.
Products featured in this guide
• Rowley Upholstered Chair
Soft velvet finish, ideal for adding colour without overpowering
• Ellis Chair Mid Brown Corduroy
Unique texture, earthy tone, works with both rustic and modern décor
• Portico Belgian Velvet Swivel Chair
Bold and versatile in design, pairs beautifully with lamps and plants
• Egerton Occasional Chair with Wooden Arms
Interesting blend of materials, great for corners, studies or decorative accents
