We know that furniture is meant to be functional, but where's the fun if it doesn't align with your home's unique aesthetic? In our opinion, there's something so exciting about finding a unique piece that feels like a work of art — that you just will make your guests say, "OMG, where did you get that from?" Accent chairs are no exception; they're perfect for styling in any room, whether complementing your or leveling up your with extra seating. As with all furniture, though, narrowing down thousands of accent-chair options to just one can be a real challenge. To help decide what type of design is best for your space and unique style, we tapped Cameron Johnson, CEO and founder of the furniture rental company , along with Anita Yokota, a therapist turned interior designer and author of " .
" Keep reading for their expert insight. With so many different types of chairs — two popular ones being accent chairs and lounge chairs — knowing their differences isn't exactly intuitive. Accent chairs are "generally more decorative with a straight back or narrow seat," Yokota tells PS.
"They're meant to be a spot to sit and talk or balance a space." Alternatively, often feature a "leaned-back posture and padded features, including a wider seat," she continues. "By design, they're meant to be comfortable — a place you could sit and relax.
" Take this with a grain of salt, though: there plenty of comfy accent chairs, if that's what you're in the market for. "In purchasing an accent cha.
