You get that feeling when you enter a house and instantly think, gosh they are so organized. I would say in 9 out of 10 cases it is due to them getting the correct sofa. I have been spending years with friends helping them choose furniture, and I will say this, your sofa sets the overall mood of the living environment.
It took me hundreds of hours (and perhaps a couple more trips than necessary to furniture stores), but I have finally amassed the definitive list of luxury sofas that will change your living room into something out of a magazine. Willing to get your true love?
What Makes a Sofa Actually Luxurious?
First, a little latterly, what makes a luxury sofa different from your average piece of furniture store fare? It’s not just about the cost (tho, yes, that’s part of it:/.
All the difference is about the quality materials. Here we mean top-grain leather, hardwood frames, high density foam that does not flatten out after six months as pancakes. This was all taught to me by a cheap sectional that would droop quicker than I could jog up to therapy on a Monday.
The structure also counts. All the way up the chain, where you have hand-tied springs, reinforced joints, precision stitching-that might sound like it is boring, but that is what makes the difference between furniture that is going to last decades and the stuff you are purchasing that your going to be replacing in five years.
Top-Tier Leather Luxury Sofas
Restoration Hardware Cloud Sofa
Okay, let’s start with that sofa which is basically internet famous at this point. The Restoration Hardware Cloud is honestly, exactly what the title is – I’m serious you could walk away from this thing for hours.
Special features: Goose down and feather blends cushioning and Kiln-dried hardwood frame• Belgian fabric options that feel like butter • Modular design so you can customize your setup
One flaw however? Your guest may never leave. Fair warning.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Incredibly comfortable, luxury materials | Premium price point, requires regular fluffing |
Chesterfield Leather Sofa
Almost no other piece of furniture screams I have fine taste like an antique Chesterfield sofa. The beauties themselves have been around since the 1700s and to be frank, they have gotten the formula right.
This timeless elegance comes through the deep button tufting and rolled arms, it will look good no matter what style you prefer: traditional or modern. I have seen these work in Manhattan pent houses as well as cottages in England.
Hand nailed brass stud, top grain leather, they feel like art pieces. And leather improves with age, which is more than can be said about my back after putting IKEA furniture together.
Italian Leather Sectional by Natuzzi
Have you ever asked yourself why people associate Italian leathers with such great reputation? Natuzzi tells you why this is. Their sectionals are all glimpses of the Old World shingled with the modern comfort.
It has this beautiful patina formed over years of aniline dyeing on the leather and the reclining mechanisms are silky smooth. I tried one out in a showroom and came very close to nodding off–and that is quality, when you think of it.
Fabric Luxury Sofas That Steal the Show
West Elm Andes Sectional
Alright alright, so west elm andes for a sec? This is not routinely luxury sofa in terms of price but the style and comfort exceed weight class dramatically.
The performance materials repel stains like a boss (best suited to the kind of eat-too-much-takeout-on-the-couch individuals we all are), and the frame uses kiln-dried wood so it lasts.
• Deep seats perfect for curling up • Modular pieces you can rearrange
• Pet-friendly fabric options • Mid-century modern vibes that never go out of style
Blu Dot New Standard Sofa
Blu Dot does the luxury meets livability formula so well. Their New Standard line is not only proof that one does not need to sacrifice style on the altar of comfort, but the other way around as well.
It has high-end feel with the bench-made frame and hand-finished details and reversible cushions make it practical. This is what IMO modern luxury is supposed to look like.
Statement Velvet Sofas
Jonathan Adler Lampert Sofa
If you’re looking to elevate your space and get real drama going on, velvet is your BFF. Jonathan Adler’s Lampert sofa has color options to make your heart swoon from.
I mean jewel tones which have fanciful twinkles based on the lighting, the brass legs which enhance glamour to the right degree and the velvet which is velvet and also feels like it needs to be touched. It is such a thing as a work of art that you can use.
Article Sven Sectional in Velvet
Article has been slaughtering it recently with their D-to-C model and their choices of velvet are not different. Sven sectional has succeeded in making itself both elegant and casual.
The button tuft provides sufficient busy-ness, yet not so much that it outweighs the visual appeal, and the walnut legs make the entire piece very grounded. And their actually does not hurt getting them, shocking I know.
Contemporary Luxury Options
CB2 Avec Sofa
You can always count on CB2 to bring the cool, and ditch it’s not.Note the Avec sofa. This piece looks like is straight out of a SoHo loft or Palm Springs mid-century house.
The small spaces can easily be made to look larger due to the low profile and clean lines, and the high performance of the fabric would make it real life ready. Ideal as far as we are concerned who would like to have luxury without the strain.
Room & Board Metro Sofa
Simplicity is the ultimate luxury and Room & Board totally gets it. Quality construction, clean lines and a lack of frippery make their Metro sofa a design classic rather than a flash.
It is American made craftsmanship so you are supporting local artisans and it is customizable so you can make what fits your space. FYI they have fabulous fabric selection.
Splurge-Worthy Investment Pieces
Herman Miller Eames Sofa
Look, Herman Miller stuff is just a investment, but this is a investment that pays residuals in style and not to mention with comfort for years down the road, years. The Eames sofa is the perfect blend of mid century modern and today’s comfort level.
Its upholstery is leather that ages well and it has an aluminum base which is the Eames touch. Its furniture as art, fair enough.
Roche Bobois Bubble Sofa
In case you want to make an impression you can literally say it with the Roche Bobois, Bubble sofa, which is a sculpture you can sit through. This organic, bendy appearance is just remarkable and it is achieved by the curvy silhouette and high quality materials.
Not everybody (or not every pocketbook) should want this but to the right space and to the right individual it is magic.
Smart Shopping Tips for Luxury Sofas
The reason is that when it comes to purchasing luxury furniture, you do not want to do it again. I made enough mistakes to prevent you to be in the same position.
Whenever you have to buy, it is always important to test first. I care not how well it appears on the Web, or what five-star reviews. Sit on it, lie on it, try all cushions. Your body will later thank you.
Examine honestly your way of living. This white leather couch may be beautiful but in case you have children, pets, who consume spaghetti on the couch, then you may want to think twice.
Consider ratios. Put up to two measurements, and place one order. An overly-large sofa will dwarf your room and likewise an overly-small one will be dwarfed.
The Bottom Line on Luxury Sofas
A quality sofa is not only about nice furniture, a quality sofa is about opting to enter a space where you want to go. Each and every sofa on this list offers a little something extra whether it has Disney-like grace, a contemporary coziness, or eye-catching style.
Life takes place in your living room. Your sofa sees everything: movie night, Sunday morning coffee, heart-to-heart talks with friends and so much more. It should be something that each time you enter into the room, you should end up smiling, should it not?
Chill out, research and pick up something that is really close to you. Believe me, when you get the right one you will know 🙂