Why Every Home Needs a Wing Chair

Every home needs a place to sit. How else are you going to relax at the end of a long day or entertain friends and family? You deserve to be comfortable, so why not give your home the best of the best in style and sophistication? Introducing, the wing chair.

A brief history of the wing chair

The wing chair is easily one of the most recognisable and popular pieces of furniture out there. Its first appearance dates back to the late 1600s, but it actually didn’t catch on until after 1720.

Did you know that it’s also known as a fireside chair? And for good reason. You’ll be familiar with the protruding wings but it’s all part of the clever designs which protects you from chilly air and traps the warmth in.

Fast forward a few decades and the wing chair is still as popular as ever. If you prefer the old-fashioned look then they can be upholstered in classic brown leather, but the past few years has seen a surge in contemporary twists on the old favourites.

However you want your wing chair to look, place it by the fire and relax on a cold winter’s night. Sipping tea and reading a good book – is there anything better?

Why your home needs a wing chair

If you feel like your living room is missing a certain something, then this could be it. More often than not, you have all the elements of your room in place – but there’s room for a little extra. So why not add an incredibly comfy armchair? Perfect for tucking away in corners under a reading lamp or placing next to the fire; it’s the ideal spot for snuggling up for some quiet time and a great place for friends and family to sit.

Kids and grown ups alike will love it. And it’s the best place to take a cat nap when you get in from work or ‘just because’ it’s Saturday afternoon. Rest your head against the perfectly positioned wings and let yourself drift off – we promise you won’t regret it.

No matter what style your home is – quintessential and traditional British or something more contemporary – a wing chair can find its place in your home. If you’re more of an old-world style then the elegant curves and features of the wing chair will blend in perfectly, but if you’re a modern soul you can make the ultimate statement with a chair upholstered in something bright and funky.

But perhaps the most important reason why every home needs a wing chair, is that the stunning shape and curves will help to elevate any living area and give off an aura of elegance, class and pure style.

We’re off out to find the perfect one right now.

*This is a collaborative post.