There’s nothing like leaning back into a plush — or stark — white leather barstool as the first sip of an ice cold martini glides over the tongue, instantly marrying the moment to a counterpart from its past some 50 years ago, when skinny ties were all the rage and the Rat Pack swilled its way around Vegas and into living rooms across the land via tiny television sets, calling everyone “baby.” This roundup of
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This remarkably funky 1950s chair and ottoman set is mod, mod, mod. Boldly and unmistakably emblazoned with zebra-print cowhide, the upcycled, reupholstered set from small shop Lovick & Lanphier makes a statement no matter what environment it’s placed in. Adorned with knife-edge details, leather buttons and a subtle satin finish on the arms and legs, the devil’s in the details; that said, this pair makes a devilishly daring addition to any room. It’s available through
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Josephine has nothing to do with Joséphine de Beauharnais (Napolean’s wife) but that doesn’t mean it is any less captivating. The beautiful chair is an arresting juxtapose of the old and the new and emanates a subliminal design sensibility that tries to avoid cliches. Perfect for dining or lounging, the chair can be ordered in your choice of Rosewood or American Walnut veneer finish and can be purchased online from Pure Modern. Prices for the
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We’ve come to expect nothing short of the best from Heller, one of the most-often awarded furniture makers in the US and Europe, which has been producing modern eye candy since the early 1970s with its introduction of Massimo Vignelli’s stacking dinnerware. Heller’s pieces have earned space in the Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection – no small accomplishment by any means. Its quietly aggressive Calla chair, designed by William Sawaya, is a solid example of
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You don’t need to be blue-blooded to enjoy the comfy contours of the Queen Chair. Designed and manufactured by Smania, the Queen re-imagines the quintessential throne. The high back chair is just what the body needs after an excruciating day and the almost quirky design will be a hit with the design mavens who are not averse to experimentation. The chair is upholstered in fabric, which is available in a plethora of colors and the
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