According to Houzz, “In the world of interior design, a vignette is a small, pleasing picture formed by grouping several objects — think of it as a pocket-size arrangement that tells a story about you and your home.”
When I was in Toronto this summer, I spent a lot of time at my best friend’s house. Armed with a degree in architecture, a successful business that revolves around creating pretty pictures, and a collection of carefully curated art and objects, Sara has created a truly beautiful home for herself and her young family. Over on Instagram, I shared a few photos of the vignettes she created- and that’s when I realized this topic was worthy of a blog post.
I chose to show you armchair vignettes specifically because they’re a great way to utilize the corners of your home (by adding functionality and style) but also because most of these work perfectly as reading nooks and every house deserves at least one of those! Here are 15 examples of drop dead gorgeous armchair vignettes and how to style them. I hope they inspire you to create something just as cozy and pretty in your own home! (FYI, you can shop my picks at the very end of this blog post.)
I just love all of the textures in this vignette, and that rubber plant is #goals! Via
The gallery wall adds so much interest to this cozy vignette. Via
This space is clearly focused around that gorgeous yellow velvet arm chair. Via
Super blogger Marianna Hewitt’s home is full of feminine and glamorous touches complete with this armchair vignette. Via
No blog post I write would be worthy without an example of Scandinavian style, and this one is perfect. Via
A settee works just as well as an armchair when it comes to creating a cozy vignette, don’t you think? Via
This adorable armchair vignette is from a little girl’s nursery. Via
This comfortable corner proves armchair vignettes are just as home in a corner of your living room as they are anywhere else! Via
This is a perfect way to use a corner that might otherwise be a design dilemma. The inspiration wall and that pink chair transform it into a functional and pretty space. Via
Perfect boho-chic vibes make this a cozy vignette for bedtime reading with the kids. Via
This super glam space works perfectly in the nursery or even a corner of the master bedroom. If you’re interested, you can shop these items below. Via
This is such a cozy, minimalist and restful place to spend the weekend! Via
One final example of a Scandinavian room with mid-century overtures. This vignette really is all about that gorgeous blush pink chair and foot stool, isn’t it? Via
(Ok, so technically this isn’t an armchair, but I think a hanging chair vignette is just as cute!) Via
Although the style is a lot more traditional than what I generally gravitate to, you can’t help but admire this corner for its comfort! Via
Did you notice how many blush pink armchairs made an appearance here? It was entirely unintentional but it just proves millenial pink is a pretty perfect neutral and here to stay. I can’t say I’m mad about it either!
To sum it up, armchair vignettes have five design elements: Start with a comfortable place to sit (obvs), layer a cozy rug or throw (or both!), add a few good books, accent lighting, and finish with a gallery wall of your favourite prints. Simple and inviting!
SHOP MY PICKS
*This post contains compensated affiliate links. Thank you for supporting the brands I love!*
Please leave me a comment below and tell me if you found this post helpful.
Until next time!
Oh you have given me sooo much inspiration with this post! I am currently deciding what kind of armchair to go for near my front door. There’s so much to choose from! I’m loving the glam pink one so much!
Hurray! I’m so glad I was able to help! I love all the pink ones too but I think my favourite is Marianna Hewitt’s pink arm chair. Is that the one you meant?