Manhattan Black Velvet Cocoon Chair

There’s a particular kind of elegance to a chair with a generous sweep to it — where the back curves round and the whole silhouette feels more considered than a standard armchair. This black velvet cocoon chair achieves exactly that, with a form that looks as good from across the room as it does when you’re sitting in it, which is not something every piece of furniture can claim.

Black velvet and gold legs is a pairing with real staying power — rich, dramatic, and surprisingly versatile once it’s in a room. Use it as a focal point in a predominantly monochrome space, or bring it into a room with deep jewel tones where the black grounds the palette and the gold catches the light. The velvet adds a tactile quality that photographs don’t quite capture — it’s worth feeling in person.