This Top-Rated Swivel Chair From Drew Barrymore’s New Walmart Line Nails the Coastal Grandmother Aesthetic – and It’s Less Than $300
Bring charming coastal style and next-level comfort to your home with this swivel chair – a seat you'll never want to leave this summer
Despite the fact that I live in the concrete jungle that is New York City, I'm doing everything in my power to channel coastal grandmother energy this summer. I'm wearing linen trousers and straw bucket hats. I'm a regular at my local farmers' market, and some balmy nights, I take my dinner al fresco on my veranda (read: my fire escape).
The last thing I need to truly enter into my coastal grandmother era is home decor that matches the look, and lucky for me, Drew Barrymore's new Walmart line has exactly what I need – the Louisa Swivel Chair.
Stylishly striped in shades of cream and sky blue, this accent chair looks like it belongs in the sun room of a Cape Cod cottage. It's an instant signal of summer, and its plush seat practically calls for you to come sit, relax, and unwind. But what really makes it a coastal grandmother staple is its swivel – rotating a full 360 degrees, this social seat can spin with you as you please, to watch TV, to chat with friends, or to gaze out of the window at the setting summer sun.
This accent chair was designed with functionality and stylistic appeal at equal levels of importance. Its charming blue and white stripe fabric is stain-treated to protect against spills, while its plush seat and two side pillows provide unending comfort. Its swivel base – which is visible but matching in pattern – allows the chair to rotate around. And the best part? This chair retails for less than $300.
With a 4.4-out-of-5-star rating at Walmart, reviewers rave about the Louisa Chair's comfort. 'Talk about cozy!' one writes. 'The swivel is fun, and the way the chair 'holds you' is next-level comfort.' It's the kind of chair that once you sit down in it, you won't ever want to get up.
Between its two arm pillows and its plush backrest, the Louisa Swivel Chair is an endlessly cozy place to relax. Pair it with the Lane Drink Table and the Thyme Green Marble Uplight for a restful reading spot.
I can picture it already – the Louisa Chair positioned oh-so effortlessly in the corner of my apartment. Its stripe pattern radiating laid-back summer charm, its cozy seat becoming the perfect place to unwind, and its swivel movement making it more versatile than a standard chair. The coastal grandmother in me is swooning.
Even if you don't live near the beach, this chair – between its restful qualities and its seaside color scheme – will make you feel like you do. I'd style it with a few pieces that tap into the coastal decor trend to truly nail the look.
How I'd Style Drew Barrymore's Louisa Swivel Chair
This floor lamp from Joanna Gaines' Magnolia can bring some charming vintage-inspired flair to the scene with its brass base and its rattan shade. Plus, its scalloped design adds such character to the lamp itself. Pair this with the Louisa Chair to pull off the coastal grandmother look.
Though the Louisa Chair is sold with pillows, I'd swap them out for this one from Joon Loloi. Its soft white color will perfectly complement the chair's stripe pattern, and its subtle texture will add visual interest to the scene. As if the Louisa Chair wasn't already comfortable enough, this pillow will make it even more of a cozy place to rest.
It's always a good idea to keep a small table beside an accent chair, and this one – which is also from Drew Barrymore's Walmart line – will work wonders next to the Louisa Chair. I love its materiality – from the wood base to the marble top and the brass detailing. Use it to keep a book, a drink, or a portable lamp beside you.
Style Drew's Louisa Chair with the pieces above, and you can create a cozy reading nook right in the comfort of your home. Or, consider getting two Louisa Chairs – pair them together with a small table between to create a chic conversation zone. Even if you plan on simply using it as an additional seat in your living room, the Louisa Chair will enrich the scene with its chic style and unending comfort.
Shop More Swivel Chairs
I'm convinced that everyone needs a swivel chair in their home. If not Drew Barrymore's Louisa Chair, then perhaps one of the options I've outlined below.
Leave it to Martha Stewart to make a swivel chair that's as classic and timeless as this. Between its sleek silhouette, its muted, neutral color, and its skirted bottom, this chair can help you design a home that never dates. Plus, reviewers remark on how comfortable and sturdy it is for long periods of sitting.
This swivel chair is on the pricey side, but I'd say it's well worth the cost. Its vibrant print makes it a statement piece in its own right – drawing attention in the most stylish way possible. Plus, its organic silhouette is perfect for casual lounging. Plush, comfortable, and chic, this chair can elevate any corner of your home.
From Shea McGee's Target line, this swivel chair has been a big hit since it first dropped a few months ago. I just love how provincial it looks – from its vintage-style silhouette and gingham print to its skirted bottom. For ultimate relaxation, pair this swivel chair with its matching ottoman.
While Drew Barrymore's Louisa Chair is certainly satisfying my craving to live a 'coastal grandmother summer', it's not the only thing from her Walmart line that's caught my attention. In fact, she's just released a set of sardine-inspired melamine dinnerware – perfect for those who'd like to add a touch of whimsy to their next outdoor dinner party.
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