What Exactly is a Leather Settee?
a guest post by Ettie Magin
A leather settee is a kind of a cross between a leather tub chair and a sofa. This piece is typically meant for only one person, but variations exist allowing two or three people to be seated comfortably. There are some distinctive features that separate this style of furniture from a sofa.
The back of most leather settees will be higher than that of a chair or couch. It also has armrests. It differs from a sofa in that it is meant for sitting rather than for reclining. In essence, the settee is a more formal piece of furniture. It can also be referred to as a Chesterfield sofa. They work wonderfully in the front of a home or in a living room. Settees that are not made with leather may also be found on the porch or in the yard. Some people even use it for extra seating at the dining room table.
Not all types of leather settee have an older look. There are more contemporary looks available and the collection is growing. Though typically straight backed and uncomfortable, people are now putting down cushions on older settees. They are also raising the backs of settees.
A leather settee is a way to give one’s living room a classic look with a modern feel. A person might enjoy having a settee meant just for one or might find a more modern version that seats two or three people. All of those options provide a cozy seating area with a clean look.
Some popular colors for settees are brown, black, and white, Perhaps the most popular of these is the brown leather settee, as it lends a classic sort of elegance to the room. On the other hand, a white leather settee will give a room a very modern and chic look. It’s amazing what the difference in color can do.
Though they have gone in and out of style since their inception during the 1890s, the settee is regaining popularity. This style is also often chosen for its flexibility since it can be used in several locations. A leather settee can add to the decor in a living room or serve as extra seating at the table.
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