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Thierry Henry steps down as coach of CF Montreal
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Hard Edges Need Not Apply: Here Are Our 12 Favorite Cozy Chairs

Hard Edges Need Not Apply: Here Are Our 12 Favorite Cozy Chairs

1) Puffy Lounge Chair by Faye Toogood

2) Rico Lounge Chair

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3) Rowan Chair

4) Curved Pouf

5) Oslo Lounge Chair

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6) Arc Armchair

7) Julep Armchair

8) Blanche Bergère

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9) Slipper Chair

10) The Perry Chair

11) Contemporary Upholstered Stitch Stool 'Mohair'

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12) Luna Chair

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