High Wingback Chair
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These chairs scream Victorian chic. Wing back chairs are a classic style from the days of most of our grandparents homes, but the high wing back chair is something else entirely. It is almost like a throne, the back so high it goes over your head.. They come in several styles to fit your decor, and several colors to suit. Take a look and see these fascinating chairs.
Our Picks
A traditional soft rose high wingback chair
Astoria Grand
Looking for the high wingback chair that will look good now and in thirty years? Go for something completely classic, traditional, and timeless. This upholstered wingback chair has muted curves, traditional wooden legs, and a wide seat (wide enough for cuddly cozying, not just sitting!).
Its high-quality wood construction means that it’ll be ready to stand the test of time for years, and its relative simplicity means that it’ll be easy to style. We’d recommend pairing this with a soft vintage or traditional aesthetic.
$419.99
Luxe velvet tall wingback chair
Willa Arlo™ Interiors
Ready for something with a little bit more of an edge?
Without going all-in on a cocoon chair, you can still experience the haute couture feel of a curved-top high wingback chair. With a studded outline, royal blue velvet, the curved high top and an included pillow for extra plus, this chair isn’t really a chair. It’s a throne.
If you’re looking to feel like royalty in your own home, trust us, this is the chair you’re going to want to choose.
Tall leather high back chair that’s wide, too
Three Posts™
When you’re looking for a true wingback chair, chances are you’re looking for a statement. Something that you’ll be able to curl up in with a blanket and a book in the winter, for example! With an ultra-wide seat and high back, this large leather chair will give you just the right amount of room for comfortable stability.
Since it’s leather, it’ll have good year-round utility, as well. Pair this with more contemporary decor for a modern aesthetic with a pop of color.
$459.99
A more baroque, maximalist high back wing chair
Greyleigh™
Maybe minimalism isn’t your thing. Maybe you want your wing back chair to make a statement—or to feel like sitting in it instantly transports you to another era.
We’re here to make that happen with this ornate, detailed chair. With scrollwork along the back, sides, arms and feet of this chair, this is a maximalist chair that’s guaranteed to make you and your guests feel special whenever you use it!
We love that it comes in a minimal color theme, though—making it easy to bridge the gap between vintage and modern and making it much easier to style with your current aesthetic.
$699.99
$1248
Wingback chair that’s a beautiful floral statement
Latitude Run®
Interested in giving your home some high-class feminine vibes? With a large-scale floral print, your chair can feel modern and artsy at the same time. We like a floral that’s abstract enough to feel like contemporary art—making it a great choice for anyone who’s interested in making their home feel colorful and fun.
This more subdued wingback silhouette is a perfect pair for the louder fabric, resulting in a balanced feel overall.
Perfectly piped, subtle neutral high wingback accent chair
Willa Arlo™ Interiors
Don’t want to make a loud visual statement? Ready, instead, to enjoy a quieter chair that offers comfort and texture instead of bold colors?
With perfectly-placed vertical lines and precise upholstery decorating the back of this chair, you’ll enjoy a wingback statement that doesn’t feel like it’ll be the main focal point of the room. With shiny metal legs, this chair feels like it’s a wingback with mid-century modern influences; perfect for an enduring sense of charm that will be trendy now and later.
$264.99
$599
Extra high back wing chair
Inspire Me! Home Décor
Want to see a wing back chair that’s approximately as tall as you are? With this extra-high number, any other chairs you have in the room will simply be dwarfed in comparison—definitely instilling anyone who sits in this chair with a sense of power.
Because of its muted shade, though, it doesn’t feel overly demanding. This soft chair with a dramatic back is one we’d recommend using as a statement piece in a modern or minimally-decorated room.
Oversized wingback chair with traditional upholstery accents
Winston Porter
When you want an oversized chair, you really want something that you can curl up in as if it were basically a loveseat. That’s what this overstuffed, gigantic chair offers. With traditional accents such as plumed buttons scattered over the back and studs dotting the outline of the chair, you’ll find that this wingback is here to feel regal and traditional (but make you feel as comfortable as possible while doing so).
What’s more, it’s available in a wide array of neutral shades, making this one of the easiest chairs to decorate with yet!
Extra tall wingback chair without arms
Three Posts™
Hear us out: Arms on armchairs are great, but sometimes without them a chair can feel more modern. It can also provide extra room in the body of the chair, making it easier to cozy up in them or use them as dining or desk chairs.
This extra tall chair enjoys that sense of versatility without sacrificing any style. With a deep blue color, studs, and lightly plumed wingbacks on either side of the top of the chair, this is definitely a statement piece that’s made to be usable, too.
$189.99
$339
Wide, slightly slouched high wing back chair
Greyleigh™
Wingback chairs can make a room feel very formal. Sometimes, that’s the goal. Other times, not so much. We love this type of muted wing back chair because the wings are subtle—almost giving off a sense that the chair is fashionably, relaxedly, slumping over just a little bit.
In our opinion, this takes a little of the formal edge off the chair, making it easier to see it as a comfortable lounging chair, instead!
$459.99
Buying Guide
Are wingback chairs in style?
Wingback chairs never go out of style, thanks to their classic design and versatility. First introduced back in the 17th century, the wingback chair’s signature curved sides and high back were meant to keep occupants cozy in drafty houses. Today they are still considered cozy additions to any room, whether it be in front of a fireplace or a corner reading nook.
You can fit high wingback chairs into any home decor style, from farmhouse to mid-century modern, by choosing different sizes, colors, and upholstery fabrics. Look for different materials, including leather, velvet, or microfiber, to suit your home aesthetic.
Wingback chairs aren’t just for living rooms anymore. Add a streamlined set to your dining room table to add a touch of drama to the room. Place them in your bedroom or home office to make the room pop.
For a traditional touch, look for wingback chairs with button-tufted upholstery, rolled armrests, and ornate turned legs. For a modern home, try sleek tapered legs, box-style armrests, and an ultra-high back.
Where should a wingback chair be placed?
High wing back chairs can take up a lot of room, so you’ll want to place them properly. With their backs to a corner, high wing back chairs can often most efficiently present a cozy place to sit and a great focal point.
Placing chairs like these on either end of a long dining room table can also be a great way to go.
Finally, if you have a smaller sofa in your living room and space for one other chair, consider supplementing a small sofa with a larger wing back chair to proportion your living room in a cozy yet efficient way.
How many wingback chairs should I have in one room?
High wingback chairs look best as a solo accent piece in your living room or used as a set of two. However, it depends on the layout and size of the room and your current décor.
To create a conversation set, place two wingback chairs in front of a fireplace for a cozy romantic feel. A small coffee table between the two chairs is perfect for placing a beverage on while you socialize.
Or, add visual interest to a corner in your room with one high wingback chair. These beautiful and unique furniture pieces make stunning accent pieces when you select brightly colored or boldly patterned upholstery.
