Top 5 Best Black Accent Chairs at La-Z-Boy

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The colour of an accent chair can drastically change the way your living room looks. If you’re trying to go for something aesthetically pleasing, you can add a colour that reoccurs in your room, or you can contrast and change the dynamic completely. 

Take the colour black for example. A neutral colour by nature, black can turn a light and airy living room into a captivating layered room, adding depth where there was none before.

This is what Racha Pharon did for one of her clients at La-Z-Boy. “This client wanted to change things up in her living room so I recommended a black accent chair from our selection and she was so excited!” she says. 

At La-Z-Boy, we have a lot of accent chairs that work well with a lot of different themes. But which ones work the best as black accent chairs? 

In this Article…

1. What’s the Point of an Accent Chair?
2. The Kimberly High-Leg Recliner
3. The Rheeves High-Leg Recliner 
4. The Riley High-Leg Recliner
5. The Scarlett High-Leg Recliner
6. The Reegan Swivel Accent Chair
7. The Dora Accent Chair - Honourable Mention

What's the Point of an Accent Chair?

Before getting into our list, it is important to know why you should add an accent chair to a space.

The point of an accent chair is to mainly add visual interest, style, and functionality to a room. It serves as a focal point, often featuring bold patterns, vibrant colours, or unique designs that contrast with the main furniture pieces. 

Accent chairs can highlight a specific area, provide additional seating, and enhance the room's overall aesthetic. By incorporating distinctive fabrics, textures, and finishes, an accent chair can elevate the decor, creating a cohesive yet dynamic look that draws attention and expresses personal style.

For example, with black accent chairs, you can more depth to a room that mainly features lighter colours. This can create visual appeal as well as grab the attention of any guests coming into your home.

Top Black Accent Chairs at La-Z-Boy

1. The Kimberly High-Leg Recliner

The first black accent chair on our list is the Kimberly, which is part of our secret reclining selection of chairs at La-Z-Boy.

The Kimberly is a push-back recliner with the elegance of a stationary chair. Its traditional wingback style holds a lot of style, featuring padded rolled arms, decorative wood legs, and a quality solid foam back that gives it a clean and structured look

If you’re looking for an accent chair cover for the Kimberly, Racha says it looks great in black, which can help reinforce the traditional feel of this furniture piece.

To learn more about the Kimberly High-Leg Recliner, take a look at this article.

2. The Rheeves High-Leg Recliner

The next chair on our list is the Rheeves, which is another secret recliner from our accent chair selection. 

With Rheeves, a classical assortment has never felt so wonderfully refreshed. Putting on a transitional appearance, this black accent chair looks great in almost any room you put it in. 

This high-leg recliner features decorative wood legs, crisp welt trim and a foam back for added comfort. Racah also says that the Rheeves is a great choice for anyone looking for a black leather accent chair.

The Rheeves is also available in Power. You can learn more about the Rheeves High-Leg Recliner with this article.

3. The Riley High-Leg Recliner

Up next is the Riley, yet another stationary-looking chair that can recline. 

An artful, sculptured shape with a sophisticated flair, Riley is perfectly at home paired with your contemporary sofa or left to showcase a corner entirely on its own. Comfortable too, you’ll appreciate the inviting curves and luxurious cushioning.

The black accent chair is a great choice for anyone looking to furnish a small living space, and looking to add “a little bit of pizazz to your cozy room” according to Racha.

To learn more about the Riley High-Leg Recliner, take a look at this article.

4. The Scarlett High-Leg Recliner

If you didn’t like the curves of the Riley, you might enjoy the tapered look of the Scarlett.

With its fresh, clean silhouette, the Scarlett High Leg Reclining Chair gives you unlimited possibilities to create the perfect room. 

This versatile chair not only features casually tapered arms but also tall wooden legs that’ll appeal to any room in your home. Although the Scarlett looks great in any colour or pattern you put it in, Racha believes that this furniture frame looks best as a black leather accent chair.

“The clean look with the black leather on the frame really makes things pop!” she says.

To learn more about the Scarlett High-Leg Recliner, take a look at this article.

5. The Reegan Swivel Accent Chair

Last up on our main list is the Reegan, which is a different entry on our list because it is the only one that does not recline, but swivels

Perched upon a 360-degree swivel base elevated by tall tapered wood legs, Reegan is no ordinary swivel chair we have at La-Z-Boy. Its casual yet contemporary styling complements any décor. Flared arms frame Reegan’s box border seat and soft pillow back as welt trim accentuates its tailored lines. 

Both functional and versatile, Racha says the black fabric cover for this accent chair will turn heads when guests come over. 

To learn more about the Reegan Swivel Accent Chair, take a look at this article.

Honourable Mention - The Dora Accent Chair

Finally, we have an honourable mention to add before your reading is over. Though not on the main list, Racha points out that the Dora, is a great choice for anyone looking for a clean and simple stationary black accent chair.  

Comfortable, casual style with an updated, slim silhouette makes the Dora a versatile chair that will complement just about any decor. It features an inviting box seat, chic, tapered wedge arms, welt trim detail and decorative wood legs. 

A solid foam back and premier seat cushion provide comfort and support for a long or short sit. Alone or in a pair, the Dora is a great addition to any room. 

The Dora also comes as a swivel gliding chair and a matching ottoman. To learn more about the Dora Accent Chair, take a look at this article.

What's Next?

Now that you know which La-Z-Boy accent chair is the best for your living area, it is time to decide which white accent chair is right for you.

If you’re looking to compare stationary versus reclining furniture, make sure to check out our Stationary vs. Reclining comparison article instead.

While you’re looking at our selection online, why not come in-store to get a closer and more personal look at our furniture? You can start shopping for furniture products by visiting one of our local furniture stores in Ottawa or Kingston. You can also schedule a visit online before coming in.

Our sales consultants are always eager to lend a helping hand. Take advantage of our interior design services to see how one of our black accent chairs could fit in your home. 

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