Shop the Contemporary Armchairs Sourcebook

Habitat Smithfield Leather Wingback Armchair

Browse our shoppable sourcebook of our favourite contemporary armchairs from the latest collections.

If you’re looking for a comfy, squishy armchair or snuggler for super-chilled relaxation sessions then we’ve found some real beauties for you.

Or maybe you want a comfortable, contemporary armchair that provides a little more structure and support. A modern take on the classic wingback chair will fit the bill perfectly.

You’ll find both of the above here in a range of up-to-date fabrics like wool, cotton, linen and velvet.

And let’s not forget classic leather. We’ve rounded up some extremely handsome contemporary leather armchairs too.

Accent chairs (also known as cocktail chairs) are perfect for smaller spaces such as bedrooms, hallways, small living rooms and reading nooks.

Team their streamlined silhouette with bold colour and pattern to create a stunning statement piece. Or opt instead for tranquil, muted shades for a more classic look.

Relaxed contemporary armchairs & snugglers

Juni blue snuggler armchair with geometric scatter cushion from Barker & StonehouseJuni Snuggler Armchair from £699, Barker and Stonehouse

Dark blue snuggler armchair at John Lewis & PartnersFloppy Jo Snuggler Armchair £1,199, John Lewis

Yellow snuggler armchair, Snowdrop Loveseat from Sofa.com in yellow cordSnowdrop Loveseat from £890, Sofa.com

Hampstead Cotton Snuggler grey contemporary armchair with buttoned back and arms in greyHampstead Cotton Snuggler £1,600, The White Company

Copenhagen contemporary armchairs from Marks and SpencerCopenhagen Armchair from £599, Marks and Spencer

Earl Grey velvet armchair by Love Your HomeEarl Grey Armchair from £919, Love Your Home

Structured & wingback contemporary armchairs


Victoria Button Back Armchair from £1,299, Heal’s

Rubens Wingback Armchair £399, MADE


Bergen Armchair from £599, John Lewis & Partners

NOR11 Mammoth wingback contemporary armchair and footstoolNORR11 Mammoth Chair Fluffy Wool from £1639, Houseology

Fritz Hansen Ro Easy Chair - contemporary armchair in wingback style in pinkFritz Hansen Ro Easy Chair £2,686, Heal’s

Monochrome Striped Losange Chair from AnthropologieStriped Losange Chair £998, Anthropologie

Dexter Grey velvet armchair with wooden frameDexter Armchair in Grey Velvet £695, Graham & Green

Frame Armchair in Blush Velvet £599, MADE

Contemporary leather armchairs

Tobin Leather Amrchair £945, Barker and Stonehouse

Halo Groucho Leather Armchair from £1,099, John Lewis & Partners

Leather Sling Back Chair £495, French Connection

Brown leather armchair with metal frame by Maisons du MondeMajestic Brown Leather Armchair £865, Maisons du Monde

Brown leather armchair with wooden frame from LombokAyam Armchair £1,895, Lombok

Leather Lounge Armchair £2,060, Out There Interiors

Scholar Chair by Timothy Oulton £1,350, Heal’s

Newman Grey Leather Armchair £1,300, Habitat

Accent chairs & cocktail chairs

Richmond Velvet Tub Chair £575, The White Company

Roco mustard yellow accent chair by MADE.comRoco Chair £449, MADE

Alpana teal velvet cocktail chair with African fabric backAlpana Printed Velvet Cocktail Chair £395, Graham & Green

colourful accent chairs in floral prints from AnthropologieFloret Occasional Chair £468, Anthropologie

Blue velvet vintage-style accent chair from Maisons du MondeHomarid Accent Chair £324, Maisons du Monde

Eichholtz Jenner Armchair – Zebra £995, India Jane