The Comeback of Woven Leather Chairs

The Comeback of Woven Leather Chairs 

The year was 1956; colors, flowers, and fabric reigned supreme in the home. Contemporary chic was a distant notion, especially in the USA, where pastel color furniture was the height of interior design. That was, of course, until wood met leather.  

A New Interior Design Concept 

Mel Smilow, an American furniture designer and artist, made the ingenious decision to introduce these two classics in their own rights. The result was a steady revolution, reviving leather within décor trends by degrees, resulting in the landscape of today in which an all-leather room is far from a rarity and a regular in trends. 

Neo-antique 

With an eye attuned to beauty, a keen interest in innovation, and the will to make something better – the woven leather chair was born. Its aesthetic appeal won hearts from the off. Rustic wood looked almost daring and entirely compelling when mixed with the subtle edginess of leather. Together, these traditional mediums formed an unbeatable duo. 

Durable, comfortable and above all – beautiful 

What’s more, Smilow applied the classic wicker technique to make the unique chair all the more intriguing. Upholstery, until then, had been a rather timid affair. But, with the dawn of woven leather, limits were pushed and trends set.  

Leather is water and stain-resistant practicality wrapped up in a stunning package, ideal for the dining table. Better still, it’s one of the only materials that get better with age, meaning when you buy a woven leather chair, you buy a piece for life. 

Here at Enhancing Your Habitat, we host a collection of woven leather chairs. Since we think their beauty shouldn’t be kept secret, we’ve sung their praises below – enjoy! 

Black Woven Leather Dining Chair 

With lightly tapered legs and gently sloping armrests, there’s an air of welcoming roundedness to his anchor piece. What’s more, a slightly angled seat adds even more dimension and texture while making for an unbeatable comfortable sitting experience – essential for those extended family or friend dinners. 

Teak forms the frame for a wear-resistant organic touch. Contrasting a rustic appeal are woven leather bands, tightly restricted around the frame and seat for an edgy-chic look. 

Overall, this black woven leather dining chair makes for a fresh modern aesthetic that would lend itself effortlessly to any room. 

Brown Woven Leather Dining Chair 

Bring a relaxed, indulgent essence into your living room with rustic tones in a stylish design. Our brown woven leather chair has a sturdy body crafted from teak wood, evoking a natural feel. Hints of Scandinavian styling are found alongside mid-century overtones. This exquisite combination is balanced by rich leather for a luxurious look that adds warmth and intrigue to even the most spacious rooms. 

When it comes to construction, lightly tapered legs and curved armrests go hand in hand with a gently angled seat combining to form an undeniably welcome appeal.