Martha Stewart designed a statement velvet armchair specifically for urban living – it brings a vintage charm to small spaces (and is under $337)

Martha just made small-space design simpler – this stand-out piece is one of our favorites, and it's secretly reduced on Wayfair now

Martha Stewart
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Martha Stewart may be synonymous with farmhouse living (thanks to her iconic Bedford Farm estate), but urban settings are never far from her mind. The lifestyle expert has designed a sleek velvet armchair, aka a jewel of the Martha Stewart collection, and it's quietly discounted on Wayfair for a limited time.

According to the specifications, the Anna Velvet Armchair (available at Wayfair) is made to embody urban living,' giving any space a 'handsome allure' thanks to its vintage silhouette and luxurious velvet finish. It's a staple of her 'Perry Street RTA furniture collection,' which, as the name suggests, celebrates city living and creates perfect pieces for those who are styling urban townhouses and apartments.

However, a chair that is this beautiful doesn't need a zip code exclusive to the city. We think it's versatile enough to elevate the corner of a country home, or farmhouse (in Martha's case) – and it's so easy to style, as designers explain.

When introducing Anna Velvet Armchair (or any accent chair) to your living room or bedroom, Zara Fong, a designer at King Living, says that you need to consider both the chair's design and the room's existing look. 'The chair should be bold enough to draw attention and harmonize with the room's colour scheme, texture, and overall aesthetic,' she says.

'Choose a chair with a vibrant color [such as the Anna Armchair] or pattern that contrasts with the rest of the room to make it stand out while ensuring it complements the overall palette.'

Alternatively, if you're decorating with neutrals, look for an accent with a unique shape to make a statement without compromising your color palette.

'If opting for a neutral or cohesive palette, choose a design with a more unique shape or form to add visual interest,' Zara says. ' You can also position the armchair as a focal point in the room, such as near a window with natural light or as part of a cozy reading nook.'

Regarding accessories, Zara recommends pairing your chair with a plush throw blanket, a distinctive side table, or a statement floor lamp to enhance the appeal.' We've made the process even simpler by listing some of our favorites below.


Megan Slack
Head of Celebrity Style News

Megan is the Head of Celebrity Style News at Homes & Gardens, where she leads the celebrity/ news team. She has a history in interior design, travel, and news journalism, having lived and worked in New York, Paris, and, currently, London. Megan has bylines in Livingetc, The Telegraph, and IRK Magazine, and has interviewed the likes of Drew Barrymore, Ayesha Curry, Michelle Keegan, and Tan France, among others. She lives in a London apartment with her antique typewriter and an eclectic espresso cup collection, and dreams of a Kelly Wearstler-designed home.

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