The Obtainer - 7/24/24, Wednesday

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The Obtainer

Wednesday,
July 24th Edition

Cory Ohlendorf

Kick back and relax … that is, if you have a good-looking and comfortable chair to lounge in. If not, we’ve got you covered.

- Cory Ohlendorf, Editor in Chief ⋯ @coryohlendorf

 

Good/Better/Best

Leather Lounge Chairs

It’s the best seat in the house. Or, at the very least, one of the best. A statement leather chair pulls double duty for your living room. They're where you sit back and sip your coffee or cocktail. It's a spot to watch your movies. They liven up a seating area and provide guests a handsome place to sit. And when not being used, the best ones are good-looking enough to enhance the overall vibe of the room. Which is why we suggest getting a sculptural chair, crafted from warm wood and finished with leather.

It adds a unique and natural energy to a space. There's an old school charm to them, but they're versatile enough to pair with a range of furniture and decor styles. Since most of us spend the majority of our time at home, it's worth investing in a comfortable and well-made chair in which to lounge. But how much you're willing to spend is entirely up to you. We've pulled three reliable styles, in a range of price points to suit any budget.

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Good 

The Starter Chair

+ Pebbled buffalo leather upholstery

+ A wide, foam-padded seat has four panels stitched together

+ Constructed of solid wood and wood veneer in a walnut stain

+ Lightweight, but the angled arms and cushy back panel make it comfortable to sit in for extended periods

$449 by Article

 
 
Better 

The Oversized Chair

+ Shaker-style construction with mortise-and-tenon joinery and softly turned edges

+ A smooth, oiled leather with a natural, waxed satin finish

+ Wider and deeper than the others on this list

+ The oak frame angles back and the cushions are extra thick for a comfortable sit

$1,499 by Crate & Barrel

 
 
Best 

The Mid-Century Chair

+ Created by Danish designer Jens Risom in 1949 for the Caribe Hilton Hotel in Puerto Rico

+ Solid walnut wood frame with smooth, premium leather upholstery

+ The seat, back and arms are all positioned at the same angle for an extremely relaxing sit

+ There's a coordinating ottoman that pairs with it (sold separately)

$2,495 at Design Within Reach

 
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Stuff We Swear by

An All-Around
Great Hair Product
 

The perfect hair product doesn’t exist … Wait, maybe it does. Because I’ve been using this paste for over a year now and my hair’s never looked better. Formulated for an all-day hold, with a low shine finish, it provides a natural look that doesn’t appear “too done,” you know? What’s more, I’ve got very fine hair and the thickening properties of this paste give a limp, post-shower mane some real body and texture. Plus, a little goes a long way. Pull an M&M-sized glob onto your finger and then rub it into your hands, emulsifying it until the paste is practically clear and feels tacky. Run it through your towel-dried-but-slightly-damp hair and style as normal. Do this, and one jar will last you about six months. Not bad, considering this high-quality product only rings in around 12 bucks.

 

$12.99 by Cremo

 
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Smart Buys

The sales and discounts our team is currently watching.

 

Camper's soft nubuck suede slides have a luxe look and a rugged lug sole, making for the ultimate summer sandal. What's more, they're now marked down.

$175 / $131 by
Camper

 

This lightweight nylon Champion anorak jacket is cut in a loose, boxy fit with a slightly cropped hem. It looks and feels vintage, but it's brand new (and now half off).

$80 / $39.99 by
Champion

 

One of the best finds in Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale, Shinola's Runwell watch is a classic timepiece that will last you decades. And after the sale, the price goes back up $200.

$595 / $397.99
by Shinola

 

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