16 Beanbag Chairs That Don’t Look Like They Belong to Your College Roommate
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16 Beanbag Chairs That Don’t Look Like They Belong to Your College Roommate
The humble beanbag chair has had a long history. The plush, amorphous offering can trace its origins back to 1968, when Italian designers Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini, and Franco Teodoro came together to create an informal seat, dubbed Sacco, that molds to the body. In the years since, particularly in the new millennium, the beanbag has become closely associated with college dorm rooms and play areas for small children.
Its applications don’t always have to be for the younger set, though. A bevy of stylish beanbags for chic (and cozy) interiors are now on the market—ones that don’t evoke a varsity or pre-K vibe. “Beanbags come in more than the quintessential ‘blobby’ form,” says interior designer Kristen Rivoli. “Some have backs, a more tailored shape, or even look more like a lounge chair.” Here, some cushy, cozy offerings for those on a budget or for your next big splurge. Happy lounging!
Courtesy of Room & Board and Hem - 2/17
1) Patchwork Faux Fur Bean Bag
Pottery Brand
potterybarn.com
$299.00
The hairy chair look has been popularized in recent years by the likes of the Haas Brothers, so if you want the soft and fuzzy look on a budget, then a beanbag chair is a good way to go. This one from Pottery Barn combines different beige and white hues for a textured, cozy seat.
Courtesy of Pottery Barn - 3/17
2) Large Cord Velours Beanbag
Vetsak
vetsak.com
712.00
If you’re on the hunt for a new beanbag, then Vetsak should be top of mind, as these plush bands have been part of the Cape Town, South Africa–based brand’s repertoire since its founding in 2012. A core made with upcycled memory foam and a cover that’s easy to clean, wash, and remove makes this mint-green offering a living room must-have.
Courtesy of Vetsak - 4/17
3) Newport Lounger
Serena & Lily
serenaandlily.com
$298.00
Looking for a slightly less amorphous take on the tried-and-true beanbag silhouette? Serena & Lily’s polyester seat is inspired by the shape of sails, which works out well for users, as it’s the perfect amount of soft and structured.
Courtesy of Serena & Lily - 5/17
4) Vegan Leather Caramel Modern Lounger
Pottery Barn Teen
pbteen.com
$299.00
Not all beanbags have to be made with plush fabrics to be comfortable: This one from Pottery Barn Teen manages to make faux-leather feel just as soft and cozy as the former. Put your feet up, turn on some music, and unwind with a good book if you want the full effect.
Courtesy of Pottery Barn Teen - 6/17
5) Bean Bag Chair
MoonPod
Bed Bath & Beyond
$239.99
Many have raved up the weightlessness and serenity that comes with lounging on a MoonPod, so safe to say it’s among the coziest (and most affordable) beanbag options on the market. In addition to the deep blue pictured here, the chair is also available in pale pink and light gray colorways.
Courtesy of Bed Bath and Beyond - 7/17
6) Teardrop Foam-Filled Bean Bag Chair
Big Joe
wayfair.com
$113.00
Sometimes, a no-frills beanbag chair is the way to go. This one by Big Joe comes in a few different color options and checks all the necessary boxes: foam-filled, soft, and easy to wash after repeat use.
Courtesy of Wayfair - 8/17
7) Boa Chair
Hem
hem.com
$1999.00
Excited for the new Sabine Marcelis collection at IKEA? So are we, but in the meantime, you can scoop up some of the designer’s candy-colored works at Hem. Boa has all the things you want in a good beanbag–adjacent lounge, from an inviting round shape to an alluring range of pastel hues.
Courtesy of Hem - 9/17
8) Indoor Bean Bag Chair
Lujo Living
lujoliving.com
$540.00
If a seat without a proper back sounds intimidating to you, then consider a beanbag like this one from Lujo that still has a bit of shape to it. Bonus points: You can purchase a matching footrest for ultimate relaxation.
Courtesy of Lujo Living - 10/17
9) Rory Bean Bag
West Elm
westelm.com
$399.00
We love the soft blue color of West Elm’s Rory, but it’s also available in an olive green or more neutral beige if that’s more your speed. You have some options as far as covers, too, which can be either a soft shearling or a more durable cotton and jute fabric.
Courtesy of West Elm - 11/17
10) Levi Lounge Chair
Room & Board
roomandboard.com
$399.00
Furnishing a game or media room? A few of these chairs from Room & Board should do the trick, especially if it’s a space for kids or teens. Mix and match colorways, from red and blue to gray and charcoal, for a striking interior.
Courtesy of Room & Board - 12/17
11) Rex Bean Bag
Roman and Williams Guild
rwguild.com
$2625.00
The beanbag experience doesn’t get more plush than a fur fabric offering, and this one is even infused with Roman and Williams’s signature rustic-yet-contemporary flair. It’s available in a wide range of neutrals, too, should gray not strike a chord.
Courtesy of RW Guild - 13/17
12) Cooper Velvet Bean Bag Chair
Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitters
$269.00
Consider this your go-to velvet beanbag chair. Soft, boxy, and available in fun pink and orange hues, it’s a versatile option that will fit in myriad spaces.
Courtesy of Urban Outfitters - 14/17
13) The BigOne Beanbag
Lovesac
lovesac.com
$1402.50
Lovesac has quickly become a netizen favorite when it comes to bean bag chairs, and it’s not hard to see why—the brand allows consumers to customize nearly every aspect of their cozy seat, from size to upholstery. If you’ve got a big space to fill, then we recommend the aptly named BigOne, which measures a whopping six feet wide.
Courtesy of Lovesac - 15/17
14) Sacco Chair
Zanotta
1stdibs.com
$420.00
You can’t go wrong with the classics. Sacco is the chair that kicked off the beanbag trend as we know it today, and, years later, it still holds up. Tuck it away in a reading nook, plop down, and get to lounging if you want to see what all the hype is about.
Courtesy of 1stDibs - 16/17
15) The BonBaron Chair
Fatboy
fatboyusa.com
$1498.99
If you’ve ever gone shopping for a beanbag chair before, then you’ve probably heard of Fatboy. The brand is revered for its cozy, bulbous seats, among them BonBaron, which is filled with a cushy foam and decked out in a breezy pale pink fabric.
Courtesy of Fatboy - 17/17
16) Disco Chair
Rachel Shillander
thefutureperfect.com
$30000.00
Is this going to be the most comfy beanbag chair in the world? Probably not, but its top-to-bottom mirror tiles make for a pretty incredible disco-ball light show when out in the sun. Consider it part sculpture, part bedazzled seating option.
Courtesy of the Future Perfect
