The 8 Best Midcentury Lounge Chairs for Every Budget

by Megan Beauchamp
Megan Beauchamp is a Los Angeles-based writer and editor with over seven years of experience in digital publishing in the home interior and lifestyle space.
Updated 06/18/20

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There's no denying it: Midcentury-modern décor isn't going anywhere. Featuring organic shapes, clean lines, and impeccable craftsmanship, it's no wonder the design style has been embraced as a timeless classic. Sure, tulip tables and low-profile credenzas are instantly recognizable as mod, but some of the most iconic pieces from the era are sculpted lounge chairs. Case in point: the leather Eames lounge.

Although the midcentury-modern aesthetic was made mainstream by Mad Men, you don't need Don Draper's salary to fill your space with '50s- and '60s-inspired furnishings that exude effortlessly cool vibes. For under $300, there are a ton of gorgeous options that combine style, price, and comfort.

If you're ready to bring some of that infamous Mad Men-style home, here are our favorite midcentury lounge chairs.

IKEA Poäng Armchair

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Courtesy of IKEA

Pair this with the matching ottoman to lounge in style.

Pomeroy Barrel Chair

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Courtesy of Target

This classic shape comes in a thoroughly modern color.

Peoria Wood Arm Chair

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Courtesy of Target

Doesn't this look like a flea market find? (Shh… it's from Target.)

Canyon Vista Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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Courtesy of Wayfair 

Snag this set for your living room or your guest bedroom.

Midcentury lounge chairs are a worthy investment. If you're looking to upgrade the budget-friendly furniture you bought to furnish your first apartment, consider these affordable finds.

Paulo Bent Lounge Chair

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Courtesy of West Elm

This bold design doesn't sacrifice comfort for style.

Parlour Cyan Blue Chair

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Courtesy of CB2

Featuring velvet upholstery and angled armrests, this isn't your grandma's midcentury lounge chair.

CH25 Easy Chair

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Courtesy of Rove Concepts

According to Rove Concepts, "It takes a skilled craftsman 10 hours to hand-weave this pattern for the unique seat and back of this incredible lounge chair, [which is] certainly something to both enjoy and admire." If that's not splurge-worthy, we don't know what is.

Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman

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Courtesy of Herman Miller 

Here it is, the lounge chair you probably anticipated as soon as you started scrolling through this list. This vintage-inspired version tops our wish lists.

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