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Spread out or snuggle up, there's room for both!
Chairs are like cookies in that there are a lot of different types, and because they're all so good, making a choice of which one to bring home can be difficult. There are armchairs, lounge chairs, club chairs, swivel chairs, and, our personal favorite, chairs and a half. Personally, we believe that chairs and a half were designed for people who didn't want to have to decide between a sofa and a lounge chair because these pieces are big enough to comfortably fit two, but not so big that if you wanted to unfurl and relax alone, you wouldn't have tons of excess space in any direction.
So, whether you want to make that abandoned nook in your bedroom more welcoming or you have extra space beside your sofa for another place to lounge in the living room, you've come to the right place. Ahead, we have found more than 10 extremely comfortable options that will make you want to stay home on a Saturday night. From cloud-like chairs and a half from brands you know and love to firmer finds that are a feast for the eyes, there are a lot of great finds on our list. Plus, we made sure to include a variety of price points, style perspectives, and cushion fills, so that there is at least one perfect pick for every reader. Take your pick and get cozy!
Yes, this reading chair is the perfect spot to curl up with a book or the clicker in hand because it's just so comfy. This olive oil-toned velvet is easily the center of the room and surely the topic of conversation. It's not too bright that your guests (or you) will be taken aback by it; it's just interesting and a bit unusual, which is why we love it. The chair also comes in blue velvet, white (in a fabric option), and gray (in a fabric option). Luckily, all of the colors are in stock and ready to ship, so if you're eager to sit on this, there's no need to wait more than a week for it.
| Dimensions | 42.5" W x 38" D x 28" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Foam |
| Assembly | No (aside from fastening the legs on) |
This deep blue velvet chair-and-a-half is crafted using kiln-dried hardwood for extra durability, so even if you and your partner, friend, or child fall asleep together on this thing, the frame won't warp under the added weight. Just be sure to pop the bolster pillows on the ground to make a few extra inches of room on the seat. "I'm very pleased with this chair. I got it for a great price, and it was very easy to assemble. It only took about 20 minutes or so to put it together, which is great," one of the 1.6k-plus five-star reviews said. "I love the color of this chair. It's a mix between a peacock blue and a navy blue and it's incredibly sturdy."
| Dimensions | 40" W x 33.5" D x 31.1" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Foam |
| Assembly | Yes |
Whether you order the Harmony chair-and-a-half in the pictured distressed velvet or any of the other 164 fabrics, you'll sit like never before. Warning: once you sink in, you won't want to get back up. So, what makes it so plush? The cushion is filled with polyester fiber, duck feather, and duck down in down-proof ticking. Plus, the throw pillows draped across the wide arms are included, making it an ideal place to lean on.
| Dimensions | 55" W x 41" D x 35" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Fiber-wrapped high-density polyurethane foam |
| Assembly | No |
If the idea of a white chair makes you nervous, you may want to keep scrolling because that's the only shade in which this Arhaus find is upholstered. That said, what it lacks in diversity, it makes up for in extreme coziness—in case you can't tell from the overstuffed seat and back cushions. Here's what makes them so comfortable: At the base, you'll find dense, eco-friendly foam, but surrounding the foam is a combination of sterilized down, feathers, and poly-fiber, all of which work together to give that sink-in feel. The pillows, filled with polyester, offer a bit more support, but are still quite cushy.
| Dimensions | 53" W x 46" D x 36" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Eco-friendly foam, sterilized down, feathers, and poly-fiber |
| Assembly | No |
Though many brands have attempted to rival the famous RH Clouds, few have come really close, but there is one that is basically there: Floyd. The Sink Down collection is the closest we've come to the Cloud without paying thousands. Of course, the Floyd Sink Down lounge chair is not cheap at $1,810, but if you compare it to the RH, which is significantly smaller and costs $985 more. We'll let that sink in (pun intended) for a moment. The Floyd boasts a kind of 1970s feel that we'll never turn down. The phenomenal comfort comes from a combination of premium memory foam and blown fiber. You may be wondering, "Wait, where are the feathers?" They're not here. Floyd wanted to eliminate the need to fluff the cushions constantly, so the brand opted out of including feathers of any kind.
| Dimensions | 51" W x 45" D x 32" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Premium memory foam and blown fiber |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
If you have a soft spot for ice-blue velvet, you won't find a better selection of upholstery than at Anthropologie. If, for some reason, you're not into this eye-catching shade, choose from any of the other options (there are more than 50) in Anthropologie's fabric library. Here's what makes it special: In terms of seat width, it is most definitely a chair and a half (versus just a regular lounge chair), but it's low slung enough to work as an accent chair in a reading nook, bedroom, or what have you. If you're only considering adding this to your cart for the huge throw pillows (18 by 18 inches), feel free to go ahead and do it because they are, indeed, included.
| Dimensions | 50" W × 45" D x 34" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Foam core cushions wrapped in fiber padding and hypo-allergenic blend of down and feathers |
| Assembly | No (white glove delivery starts at $149) |
If you're looking for something simple that offers more function than fashion, we have the perfect chair-and-a-half for you at Wayfair. Plus, coming up at just under $350, it's an affordable piece that will pair well with pretty much any pre-existing style or palette. Feel free to dress it up a bit with a patterned throw pillow or a touchably soft throw blanket. Of course, we can't leave out the best part: It can transform into a twin-size sleeper. The arms stay put, but the back and seat unfold to reveal a surprisingly comfortable bed, so anyone who likes to host but doesn't have a guest area finally has a place to put their overnight guests.
Anyone who already owns something from Maiden Home knows that this brand can essentially do no wrong. Everything is hand-crafted in North Carolina according to your exact specifications. No, it's not totally custom (you can't change the shape or anything too crazy), but when it comes to The Dune, you can choose your own fabric and throw in a matching ottoman. Plus, if you like the cloud-like sink-in feel, be prepared to never want to get up after sitting on this chair. It's filled with down- and fiber-wrapped high-resiliency foam. Lastly, the throw pillows are included, so there's no need to buy more.
| Dimensions | 48" W x 38" D x 34" H |
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| Cushion Fill | High-density foam core with down, feather, and fiber wrap |
| Assembly | No |
Though this chair is plenty wide (50 inches), it's not the deepest seat on our list, so if you want to make this your go-to lounge spot, don't be too shocked when you can't exactly lean into it. It does make for a great accent chair, though. "Purchased so my pups would be cozy while they hang with me in my home office," one reviewer said. "Beautiful sofa for small spaces. The texture is great, and the turmeric upholstery complements the space. We’re all quite happy with this one."
| Dimensions | 50" W X 30" D x 30.5" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Foam |
| Assembly | Yes |
Shearling chairs are having a moment, and this chair-and-a-half from Crate & Barrel is proof. It may be pictured in a kid's room, but at 55.5 inches wide, the oversized Sherpa chair-and-a-half is big enough for any adult.
| Dimensions | 58.25" W x 55.5" D x 35.5" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Foam |
| Assembly | No |
Complete with oversized feather and foam pillows slung over the powder-coated steel arms, the Alva chair is a style must-have. Additionally, with removable cushions, it's pretty easy to clean.
| Dimensions | 46" W 31" D x 30.75" H |
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| Cushion Fill | Feather and foam |
| Assembly | No |
Shopping for a chair and a half is a lot like shopping for any other cozy seat you'd want to spread out across on movie night: There are key factors to consider that will either make or break your purchase. Not sure what they are? Allow us to break them down ahead.
Size: The good thing about a chair and a half is that no matter what size you get, you know it will be big enough to comfortably fit at least one person. That said, if you're buying a chair and a half to encourage snuggling, you may want to double-check the dimensions. Generally speaking, anything with a seat wider than 38 inches will be perfect for two.
Cushion Fill: Cushion fill is more of a personal preference than a make-or-break consideration, but it's definitely something to think about, especially if you plan on spending quite a bit of time on this chair. So, if you like that cloud-like feel (definitely check out our favorite cloud couch dupes), look for cushion fill with memory foam or a combination of feathers and fiber. All chairs and a half do have some foam in them, but if there is more foam than feathers or fiber, it will have a firmer feel.
As its name implies, a chair and a half is a bit bigger than a traditional chair, but not any chair, a cozy lounge chair. Chairs-and-a-half are typically the halfway point between a traditional armchair and a loveseat, which, technically, is a type of sofa. They're not so big that you'd have a ton of excess space if you were to curl up and relax on one alone, but they're not too small for two adults to lounge together comfortably. That said, because they're smaller than loveseats, they're not a great chair to sit with someone you don't know very well, because they are a pretty tight squeeze. Trust us; if you like having excess space to relax on a Sunday morning, you need a chair and a half.
If you're wondering why you can trust our recommendations, I'm here to explain so that you can click "add to cart" without any doubts. For starters, I have spent eight years writing about all things home, including furniture, decor, and more, and I have interviewed countless interior designers about what makes a product worthy in your space. Plus, as a shopping editor, all I do (at least five days a week, but more if I'm shopping for my own home) is peruse the internet for the best new launches, old-time favorites, and everything in between. I'm always on the hunt for the most stylish pieces—even better if they're on sale.
I have written about pretty much every sofa topic under the sun, from the best Chesterfield sofas to the best down-filled options, so you can trust I've done my research when it comes to buying one that's built for coziness. For this story, I spent hours combing through reviews and ratings and used my design eye to pick out the beautiful chairs and a half on the market right now for House Beautiful readers.
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