Counter stools have been top of mind for some time now because we need four for our new kitchen. I am going so far as to see choosing stools has been more difficult than selecting countertops and tile combined. I feel like I have seen every stool made and this process has been exhausting. Not sure why it’s been so difficult but I think it’s a combination of them being a focal point, well priced, available, and comfortable. No short order. I thought it would be fun to share the ones that have grabbed our attention.
THE COUNTER STOOLS WE LOVE
After an exhaustive search I’d like to go into designing counter stools myself. Well, not really, but it sure is hard when you have a vision in your head. Does that happen to you? How about a model like Build-A-Bear but for stools? Anyone else in? Until that happens, here are eight beautiful choices.
- ONE: Gorgeous two tone. Love the texture $479
- TWO: Love these. Would buy if they didn’t match my dining chairs $140 each
- THREE: Gorgeous. $599
- FOUR: I like the casual feel of these and the two tone look. $420
- FIVE: Classic look and very comfortable. $206
- SIX: Really like the quilted back and black legs. $135 each
- SEVEN: Pretty clean lines and very comfy. $700
- EIGHT: Obsessed with these but not the $825 price tag.
I will say that the classic Riviera Stool is always a win in my book. A bit more coastal than I am going in our kitchen but you can’t go wrong with these. If you have a more modern style, I think these stools are really fun. Would love to use them in our basement one day (love the green).
After searching every store and website imaginable, I did in fact purchase four stools! They are on their way to us now. Care to take a guess at which one we selected? We are a house divided on them so it will be interesting to see what everyone thinks once they arrive.
*By the way, I can’t thank you enough for all of the kind messages and comments on this post. It means the world to me. Wishing you a wonderful Friday.
I pick #3. love them so much I’m going to redo the ones I have like that.
Love them all! Maybe #3 or #4?
I’m with you 100 %. We have searched and searched for a bar stool that would be a good mix.
I LOVE the RIVIERA STYLE~didn’t you have those in your last home in NAVY??? Super cute.
I like #4; #1 appears to be similar to my dining room chairs and I don’t find them comfortable. 🙂
Love #3!
Love #3!!! Can’t wait to see the kitchen, everything is stunning! Miss you guys!
I’m guessing 3 as well. They’re beautiful and while the lines compliment your dining chairs they’re not a perfect match. Can’t wait to see them in your beautiful new space!
I love #3!
I like #1 in both black or natural wood. Although I do like #3, cushion would be very comfy but hard to keep clean even with teenagers since I have 2 teens & a 9 year old as well. I have gray plump removal/washable cushions on my 13 year old white IKEA counter stools. May not look as high end as the ones above but they have held up nicely & go with our farmhouse style kitchen (white bead board cabinets & butcher block counters). I would consider #1 if I were wanting a change. Thanks for your post! Always enjoy!