We’re living in a time where comfort is king. Escapist TV, junk food, all-day pajamas—whatever your vice, it’ll become infinitely more soothing from the cushions of comfy chairs. The best comfy chairs are perfect for napping, reading, working from home, or avoiding the news, but with elevated silhouettes and thoughtful materials. Some are dark and moody, others bright and cheerful. These types of chairs—which span office chairs and modern accent chairs to wingback designs—are proof that form can meet function, and then some.
Our Top Picks:
- Best Bouclé Chair: Castlery Sacha Armchair, $899 from Castlery
- Best Shearling: Maiden Home The Perry Chair, $1,850 from Maiden Home
- Best Classic Design: Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, $5,860 from Design Within Reach
- Best Swivel Chair: CB2 Muir Swivel Chair by Lawson-Fenning, $1,299 from CB2
- Best Rocking Chair: Crate & Barrel Ojai Rocking Chair, $600 from Crate & Barrel
- Best Budget Pick: Homer Living Room Chair, $287 from Target
- Best Leather: Burrow Block Nomad Club Chair, $1,299 from Burrow
And those are just the beginning. Ahead, shop all of our favorites, selected for both comfort and beauty, form and function. Whether you’re looking for one of those on-trend beanbag loungers or a midcentury-inspired rocking chair for your nursery, we found handfuls that will fit right in your curated home.
A cross between a more formal chair and a plush armchair, this sculptural bouclé beauty from Castlery makes an architectural statement without feeling stuffy. The memory foam cushion will keep your tush comfy while you sip your morning coffee. The fuzzy fabric is also spill-resistant, so an errant splash of wine won’t be a total crisis.
A smaller chair version of the iconic Soriana sofa, this microsuede overstuffed chair compliments the original sofa, but also warms up any living room decor with its warm tones and smooth silhouette. There’s no assembly, so you can pop this sofa chair out of the box and settle in for movie night.
Here’s an affordable, shabby chic armchair and ottoman duo worthy of quaint coastal cottages and airy prewars. The corduroy fabric makes it instantly more comfortable, and you can choose from five hues if creamy white isn’t your taste. It sits low to the ground, so you’ll sink right in. Reviewers note it’s perfect for a reading nook, except you’ll probably never want to get up.
This relaxed lounger from CB2 made with mindi wood and rattan is effortlessly stylish. The removable tufted cushion has discreet velcro tabs to make sure it stays fastened to the chair, but you could go sans cushion for a more Scandi vibe. It’s not too big, so if you’re wanting to add more comfortable seating to a small room or home, this is one to keep on your radar.
Available in neutral navy, a luxe-looking green, golden yellow, and this deep teal, Article’s Matrix chair with velvet upholstery will make your space feel more sophisticated. With hundreds of positive reviews to back it up, it’s sure to become a preferred spot to cozy up in after a long day or to do some weekend reading.
Another corduroy pick, this armless wingback chair has an overstuffed seat and simple, midcentury-inspired legs. It has a nice high back, so it could also serve as a task chair or dining chair in a pinch.
A cross between a chaise, chair, and daybed, this velvet accent chair from Wayfair is ultraversatile for all kinds of lounging. It has a bolster for lumbar support plus removable pillows, and the soft tufted seat is perfect for sitting and laying.
This oh so soft bouclé swivel is the furniture of dreams, and we are not alone in this opinion, if the high praise in the reviews section is any indication: “This chair is my favorite piece of furniture I’ve ever bought. The fabric is so heavy-duty but at the same time so delicate. It’s a beautiful light cream color, the perfect size, and overall a stunning chair. I couldn’t be any happier! I’m considering buying the matching footrest,” said one particularly glowing review.
Anyone with a penchant for the hygge aesthetic should have this oversized, fuzzy armchair in their living room. The gorgeous shearling fabric really caught our eye, but if you prefer a leather, linen, or another fabric choice, you’ll be happy to know there’s a hefty handful of design options. We also highly recommend the Maiden Home Dune and Kenmare chairs, as well as their sofas.
To quote our contributor Elise Portale: “How much hype does the iconic Eames chair really deserve? Spoiler alert: All of it.” The Eames lounge chair is an iconic design for a reason. Valuing comfort above all else, this timeless silhouette can be modernized with various upholstery (including a few timely check variations) and wood shells. And while the Eames is quite often a victim of dupe culture, we’ll stand by our truth that the original really is the best—no matter the cost.
Why muster all the energy required to turn your head when the swivel chair exists? You don’t have to move it around to accommodate conversation partners or a change of scenery. Plus, the pebbled fabric and cute cushioning make it extra inviting.
Here’s another standout comfortable chair. You can’t beat the combo of vegan leather on sleek steel. This chair can fit equally well with contemporary, modern, minimalist, and industrial home decor, and not to mention its affordability.
Shop Albany Park for shades you’ll never get tired of, like this understated rust. This midcentury inspired gem is also available in blue and green velvet as well as bouclé, tweed, and vegan leather. Keep the pillows for extra plush, or move ’em if you’d rather have more room to chill. We especially love the contrast of the oversized frame and thin gold legs.
Ideal for a bedroom reading nook, this super-sweet barrel chair gives off some major “villa by the sea” vibes. The best part is that it’s comfy enough to use as an occasional desk chair. This type of chair is great for small spaces because of its handy swivel. The polyester fabric is best spot cleaned, and the wrap-around back-to-armrest is surprisingly cozy. It’s like getting a hug from a really cute inanimate object.
When it comes to scouting out comfy chairs, rattan might not immediately come to mind. But with a dramatic, curvy shape and dense cushioning on both the seat and the chair back, this one is a solid choice for taking a load off—ideally in a room with a view overlooking some kind of moody body of water.
The most comfy chairs don’t have to be for grownups only. Kids can get their groove on in this ’70s-inspired papasan chair that spins 360 degrees. And trust that we won’t judge you if you keep it for yourself, either.
It’s no wonder this contemporary accent chair from West Elm is a bestseller. It’s crisp, clean, and timeless. The smooth velvet is inviting and luxurious, while the metal legs keep the design modern and sharp.
A sleek and modern recliner, this lounge chair from 2Modern has a shell-like silhouette for maximum comfort. Keep it upright as an elevated gaming chair, or slide the base down for a relaxed afternoon spent binge watching. Consider our boxes checked.
You can tell this chair was built to be comfortable just by looking at it. The luxury, oversized pick features, fiber-filled back cushions, and spring-supported feather-and-down seat cushions all add to a pillowy but supportive chair that everyone will want to call dibs on. We’ve tested the Kipton sofa, FYI, which senior AD PRO editor Lila Allen called “lazy and low, but still supportive.”
Don’t underestimate the one-of-a-kind comfort of a beanbag chair. With an elevated style (including a supportive backrest area), this faux leather lounger is one of the most sophisticated beanbags we’ve encountered.
Built for the professional lounger, this overstuffed chenille chair has all the hallmarks of a comfortable chair: plush fabric, padded arms (meaning no metal rods poking you while you lounge), and extra-generous cushions that take very little effort to re-fluff when your lounging day is done.
We love the clean lines of this customizable club chair. You can choose between three shades of leather: black, caramel, and chestnut (pictured). You can also choose between five leg finishes (available in solid woods and metals), and select your preferred arm style. You can then upgrade your design to pair with a moveable chaise or ottoman.
The ever-popular Sixpenny Neva Chair lets you customize your comfort: You select your fill (feather down or poly fill), and then choose from more than 30 fabric options (including canvas, linen, faux fur, and more). The minimalist design offers maximum comfort without looking like a stuffy upholstered arm chair. We named the Neva Chair the top slipcover chair pick in our recent roundup of the very best reading chairs, and among its fans are all of the content creators whose homes we drool over.
This midcentury modern-style chair with a sturdy metal frame is the just the thing if you’re looking for an unobtrusive retro piece to add to your living room or stash in a reading nook. The foam and feather-blended cushions offer extra padding and unrivaled support, while the calming blue cotton-blend upholstery is versatile enough to pair with both vibrant and neutral color palettes.
The best kind of chair leg is the kind that just peeks out from underneath a massive, inviting seat cushion—and that’s exactly what this leather lounge chair serves up. The wood legs are a brief design note that leave a big impact, but this is a seat that requires quite a space investment. The down-filled cushions, which are removable, are a welcoming perch after a long day. It’s a chair for entertaining: You can definitely fit more than one person on this one.
This curvaceous chair is proof that a metal frame comes in many forms. The design itself encourages a firm sitting position, so don’t expect to do much napping. But consider it the perfect venue for a reading break, staring at your favorite piece of art, or sipping on your favorite tea. Add the optional ottoman and you have a new conversation piece on your hands.
We’ve said it once and we’ll say it again, there’s no shame in IKEA’s Poäng chair. With its ergonomic design, a whole host of upholstery options to choose from and a price tag that’s hard to refuse, the Poäng has cemented its place on our comfortable-chair leaderboards. It’ll last a lifetime too—take it from this author, who’s had one in the family for 30 years.
Michel Ducaroy’s iconic Togo chair has been spotted in the living rooms of celebrities and your most stylish friends. One of the great things is that it’s available in a whole world of configurations: an ottoman set, full sectionals, a single comfy armchair, and more. The tufted design was inspired by a squeezed tube of toothpaste, which makes too much sense. Cuddle it next to a low coffee table to complete the look.
With a 360-degree swivel, this handsome armchair will allow you to have endless conversations at your next party without having to leave the comfortable confines of its upholstery. The swivel base isn’t an eyesore, either, swapping spindly legs for a cylindrical block of sustainably-sourced wood.
You may not associate slipper chairs with “ultimate comfort,” but the rounded edges of this jungle-influenced accent seat are great for sinking into. The wooden base gives the overall design a modern feel, while the cotton upholstery makes you feel a little like you’ve landed in some sort of garden paradise. We recommend setting this one up with a beautiful view of the great outdoors.
Rockers aren’t just for nurseries, but they’re certainly great for ’em. If you’re looking for some extra accessibility (read: getting up is easier when you’ve got some momentum) or if your home office needs an extra dose of cozy, this streamlined, cushioned beauty will light up your space. The sculptural frame offers up an artsy upgrade to a beloved design. The foam-filled upholstery makes this one even more comfortable than others we spotted.
