14 office chairs that are ACTUALLY stylish!
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Oh, the coveted stylish office chair….why is it that when you want to buy a home office chair in the UK, you have to compromise on the whole office decor and settle for an expensive, black monstrosity that might be OK to sit on but is SO uninspiring to look at?
In this post, I’m discovering office chairs that are definitely stylish, chic, cool and trendy, to give you home office decor solutions - no compromises!
Keep reading for the top stylish office chairs on the market right now
1. The Finley Swivel office chair, John Lewis | Stylish office chairs
Graceful, stylish and altogether versatile, the Finley Swivel could suit all manners of interior styles and rooms. Inspired by a mid-century Italian design, this upholstered chair is perched on antique brass finished legs to bring in some 21st-century sensibilities. What a pretty office chair!
2. Humanscale Diffrient Office Chair, John Lewis | Stylish desk chairs
We invested in two of these Humanscale grey and white office chairs which we use for our working day - day in, day out and we’re very glad we did. We used them in our office design. Balancing style and ergonomics in a chair is a tough balance but Humanscale seem to have hit the spot with this cool and cushy design. The reviews really do speak for themselves, all across the web people are waxing lyrical about the Humanscale Diffrient. Yes the price is higher but if you value your posture, you have to invest…
3. Soren Office Chair, John Lewis & Partners, Ivory/White
Retro, classy, elegant and stylish. That’s what the Soren office chair delivers in spades. This is an office chair that might inspire Zoom-based envy, if you could just angle the camera to show it off!
4. Remy office chair, Dunelm
If you’re looking for a stylish office chair that can fit a modern or minimalist workspace, the Remy chair is a neat and tidy swivel option. The backrest on this chair provides medium level support and the seat of the chair is curved for ultimate comfort. Luckily this chair is stacked with padding so you won’t get uncomfortable typing at the desk for long days of working from home.
5. Herman Miller Setu Office Chair | Stylish office chairs
This award winning chair is getting accolades and great reviews for a reason. Herman Miller are known in the industry for being the premium option of office chair and they’ve created a chair here that manages to optimise for both comfort and minimalist style. When you’re sitting all day in a chair, you should think about investing in one like this.
6. Faux Leather Office Chair, John Lewis
If you’re budget is tight but you still value the look of your office chair then this very popular John Lewis chair might be for you. It’s ideal for a couple’s office space giving you a gender neutral, stylish and comfortable option that you could buy as a pair. The faux leather is wipeable in case of any coffee spills. A pretty trendy office chair for the cash.
7. Geometric Parquet Chair, Cox & Cox
Depending on the flooring of your space, a chair without wheels might be better for your home office. We absolutely adore this simple, classic style from Cox & Cox which not only exudes country farmhouse style but also looks seriously comfy. The biggest bonus is that it’ll fit neatly under a desk without arms getting in the way which is perfect for if you have a compact home office or would like to use the space for multiple functions.
8. Camila Swivel Desk chair
We know how you feel…you didn’t expect to fall in love so early on in a blog post about stylish office chairs. The Camila Swivel just screams a level of style and comfort that you cannot deny will make Zoom conversations just that little bit more manageable.
9. Vintage brown leather and iron chair, La Redoute
If you’re after a chair that gives you all the charm and character of a vintage piece but has the comfort and practicality of a new design, then look no further. This stunner from La Redoute mixes the hint of butted Chesterfield leather with an industrial-style black metal structure and has no arms so it fits comfortably under any desk to save space in your home office.
10. Flynn Office Chair, Made.com
If you’re looking for a swivel chair with wheels then the Flynn chair from Made.com makes a stylish addition to any home office or living room/bedroom office. It’s got an adjustable lever so you can find the right height for your productivity. The suede look material and brushed steel legs give it such a stylish look you can match up to the rest of your interiors.
11. Elliott Office Chair, Dunelm
Sometimes, simple is better. We love this minimal yet effective design from Dunelm as it ticks all the boxes for an office chair without any fuss. It’s comfortable, supportive, has sturdy arm rests and elegant wheels and more than anything, it’s super versatile so it fits with almost any home style. The arms are also quite low on this design which is essential for being able to tuck it under your desk and get the right seating position.
12. Margot Office Chair, Made.com
Look how stylish this chair is! With it’s beautiful velvet and copper, I can see this chair being so pretty that it could well be a feature in a living room/dining room office. If office chairs could have ‘kerb appeal’ then this would have it!
13. The Elowen Swivel Office Chair, Anthropologie
How much do you want to just sink into this plump, soft office chair and nail all your work in one sitting?! The chartreuse velvet chair with brass legs is a winning combo! Anthropologie never fail to impress.
14. Knox Office Chair, Made
If you’re going for a hipster-chic vibe in your office you’re going need something a little more retro inspired. Harking back to an 1980’s office, the Knox chair is going to look the part if you really want to go the extra mile with a bit of edgy office flair.
Those are my recommended stylish home office chairs. I hope this has helped you narrow your search for office comfort!
Read next:
Read about comfy desk chairs for the ultimate in style and comfort
If you’re revamping your office space you might like to read our desks for home office post.
Thanks for reading!
Fifi (& Neil) xoxo
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