Oversized Comfy Chair / Armchair
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If you have the room, we have the armchair, and they are huge. These oversized armchairs are big, super comfortable, and very stylish. They might not match your current furniture, but after you sit in one, you won't care. The pure comfort alone will sell you on loving it for all your seating. Get yourself an oversized armchair and see what we mean.
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Big comfy chair for traditional interiors
In a traditional room, you want to combine simplicity and coziness. An oversized comfy chair in a basic design featuring one more ornate element (such as a harmonious back or armrests) is the best way to achieve this balance.
As for colors, you can’t go wrong with neutral ones like white, black, or gray, but familiar patterns like gingham or plaid are also great alternatives in traditional rooms.
Contemporary oversized comfy chair
When it comes to contemporary interiors, prioritize function over decorative designs. You want clean lines and streamlined shapes.
Once again, neutral colors are safe bets, but so are monochrome hues already strongly present in your palette.
While you can certainly experiment with different fabric types, oversized comfy chairs in a leather design tend to be especially popular in contemporary rooms.
Oversized comfy chair in a mid century modern style
Rivet
If your room draws inspiration from the timeless trends of the 50s and 60s, your new oversized comfy chair should probably involve a design that emphasizes its horizontal length (for example, by having a slightly lower back).
Wooden frames and outward-pointing legs are other staple elements of mid-century modern furniture.
Even though this style is mostly famous for its signature warm palette, introducing the previous elements will allow you to showcase it even if your room mainly consists of cold hues.
Giant armchair for antique interiors
Bloomsbury Market
With antique and period-based interiors, you should think of it as more of a throne rather than a casual oversized comfy chair.
Extremely ornate and carved wooden frames in a dark finish tend to be the most logical choice.
Don’t forget to look for harmonious lines, curved armrests, and a majestic fabric with regal colors or an elegant pattern.
French country oversized armchair
Kelly Clarkson Home
French country interiors offer a wide range of possibilities when it comes to armchairs, but a bit less choice for oversized comfy chairs.
So, to maintain this style cohesive in your room, we mainly recommend looking for decorative models with harmonious shapes, wooden elements, and a hue from this decor’s rustic and natural palette (like yellow, beige, blue, green, or violet).
Minimalist large armchair
AllModern
Large and minimalist can certainly coexist in the same sentence… and room! If you’ve been Marie Kondo-ing your interiors, you don’t need to give up on additional comfort by sticking to a regular-sized chair.
However, try looking for a simpler model that replaces decorative and ornate lines with a streamlined approach.
The winning combination involves monochrome finishes and cleaner designs: for example, how about improving your visual flow by getting rid of armrests altogether?
Big comfy chairs for shabby chic interiors
While harmonious lines and ornate designs are a staple of this interior style, there are two main takes on shabby chic oversized comfy armchairs.
The first one involves a white or extremely pale pastel finish, the latter a delicate floral pattern.
Wanna hear a decorative secret? You can also decide to combine the two by introducing cushions in the opposite style as your actual chair.
Industrial big comfy armchair
Alcott Hill®
The most recognizable industrial armchairs tend to rely on a metal frame and, sometimes, wooden armrests.
However, these models probably don’t match your oversized comfy armchair vision, so here’s a cozy compromise: stick to an all-leather model in a dark or even aged finish, keeping decorative lines and details to the bare minimum.
Art deco large comfy chair
Corrigan Studio®
If you like to party (and decorate) like Gatsby, you’ll probably prefer an oversized comfy armchair that experiments with bolder geometric shapes, such as the peacock design or a frame involving interesting curved lines.
Metal accents are also popular in this style, but they might be a bit harder to scout for when it comes to oversized chairs, so concentrate on an eye-catching hue for its main body instead.
Eclectic extra large armchair
Michael Amini / Kathy Ireland Home Designs
Eclectic interiors probably offer the most flexibility when it comes to finding a new comfy oversized chair.
As this decor is more about embracing different styles and periods rather than ticking certain boxes, the easiest way of adding to it is to start by looking at your existing living room furniture: perhaps you could maintain some colors consistent but get creative with new shapes and textures (or vice versa)?
Buying Guide
An oversized armchair is like a warm bear hug. You can’t get enough of it. And there’s no reason not to like one. What’s stopping you from getting one for your home? Here are a few quick tips to help you make the best decisions while shopping for oversized armchairs.
What are the benefits of oversized armchairs?
- They serve as your personal, cozy space that beckons every time you set your sight on it.
- They can be the space where you cuddle up, a book in hand, a cup of joe in the other.
- They can be the perfect space for a quick shuteye when the mercury drops outside.
- They can be the perfect focal point for your living room.
Can I have an oversized armchair in a small room?
Ensure that you measure the dimensions of the chair and the room where it will be placed. If the room is small, then opt for a slender design with legs. It will make the space appear bigger, even with the oversized armchair in it. An oversized armchair is named so because it’s unlike any other piece of furniture. It’s a chair and a half, if that makes sense. You can position it anywhere that catches your fancy. Near the window, next to the sofa, by the fireside. Anything works as long as it doesn’t gobble up more space than it can afford.
What different designs of oversized armchairs are there?
The sky is the limit when it comes to designs in oversized armchairs. High backrest, low sunken ones, flared arms, curved arms, recliners, chairs with legs and ones with a solid base, you have choices galore.
Your eventual decision should be based on what you think works best for you.
- If you will be using the armchair while working on the laptop, a high backrest might be a better option.
- If you are just looking for a cozy nook, then you can pick a recliner. It’s super comfortable and it blends in easily.
- If the chair has wooden legs, match the wood with the rest of the furniture.
What are the best upholstery materials for oversized armchairs?
- Oversized armchairs look their best in luxe fabrics like velvet. And you can pick rich hues to create a visual contrast in the room.
- There’s always the safer option to choose a softer and neutral hue with the upholstery, mind you.
- Think of the entire room, with all the furniture pieces like one cohesive unit that must harmonize with each other. Be it the artwork, the sofa, the side table or the coffee table, they all must complement one another.
- You must also keep the upkeep of the chair in mind while selecting upholstery. Is the material stain resistant? Can it be cleaned easily?
- Always ask the manufacturer for details on the materials used. If they have used leather, ask whether it’s full hide leather.
What accessories pair well with oversized armchairs?
There’s always room for improvement when it comes to a warm and inviting armchair. Pair it with a compact side table that works as a parking space for the book, the cup and other sundry details. Even better, drape the backrest with a lamb’s wool throw or just casually throw it over the arms.
