The Best Chesterfield Sofas You Can Buy Right Now

Arlyn Hernandez
Arlyn Hernandez
Arlyn is a rarified born-and-bred Florida girl who can never turn her back on a sad chair in need of rehab or a jewel-tone velvet sofa.
updated Apr 12, 2024
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There’s something intrinsically luxurious and old-fashioned about a Chesterfield sofa. For those unsure of what constitutes a Chesterfield, these sofas are the ones that tend to lean toward the dramatic. With features like exquisite button tufting, classic rolled arms (that are usually the same height as the sofa’s back), and a high-end upholstery (think leather or velvet), these sofas are the definition of luxe.

The Best Chesterfield Sofas

While some might say they’re a bit over the top, there’s also just so much to love, which is probably why the Chesterfield has remained a furniture classic decade after decade. While the high-style pieces might look like they’re out of your budget, don’t fret — there are tons of affordable (and modern!) Chesterfields to choose from. We rounded up 10 options of this beloved sofa silhouette to fit every budget and living space. And be sure you check out our guide on how to buy a sofa for everything you need to know about making this important purchase.

Note: Many of these pieces come in a variety of sizes, fabrics, and colors, so explore until you find the Chesterfield of your dreams.

Oldsmar Leather Chesterfield Sofa
$3,000$1,800

Due to the lack of rolled arms in favor of a more boxy, tuxedo shape, the Oldsmar Chesterfield Leather Sofa from Wayfair isn’t a Chesterfield by the traditional sense. However, with its mainstay tufting and rich leather upholstery, it's a great choice if you love the Chesterfield style but are looking for a more modern silhouette.

$1,800 at Wayfair
Christopher Knight Home Karen Traditional Chesterfield Loveseat Sofa
$483

The most budget-friendly option on our list, this sofa's bold emerald color and classic shape would fit into just about any decor scheme. And with an almost five-star rating, this velvet Chesterfield is sure to please.

$483 at Amazon
Chesterfield Sofa
$2,499

At 88″ wide, there’s plenty of room on the Pottery Barn Chesterfield Sofa for family, napping, and Netflix bingeing. This gray Chesterfield sofa is a nice neutral option, though you can jazz things up a bit with a bold set of throw pillows.

$2,499 at Pottery Barn
Dario Velvet Chesterfield Sofa
$1,230$750

A seafoam velvet option in an updated silhouette adds a fresh twist to the classic Chesterfield style. This modern Chesterfield sofa is also available in royal blue, blush pink, emerald green, and platinum gray, among other fun hues.

$750 at AllModern
Chesterfield Roll Arm Upholstered Sleeper Sofa
$2,499

Love the look of a Chesterfield but in need of a sleeper sofa? Pottery Barn has just what you're looking for with its Chesterfield Roll Arm Upholstered Sleeper Sofa. Outfitted with a Queen-sized, gel-infused memory foam mattress, this sofa comes in dozens of colors and fabrics, which means you can tinker away with the design until you have just the sofa you want.

$2,499 at Pottery Barn
Dallas Tufted Back Convertible Chesterfield Sofa
$1,205$540

Four reasons to love this Kelly Clarkson Home sofa: It offers three color options, deep seating, a luxe velvet finish, and a split-back design, which make it an inviting place to lounge, recline, and sleep.

$540 at Wayfair
Corvus Prato Tufted Velvet Chesterfield Loveseat
$877$836

The Corvus Prato Tufted Velvet Chesterfield Loveseat is perfect for small-space dwellers looking to partake in the Chesterfield look without sacrificing all their space. At just 68-inches wide, this sofa is big enough to make a statement but compact enough to fit even the smallest studios.

$836 at Bed Bath & Beyond
Joannes Velvet Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa
$2,036$1,140

The Corbyn Velvet Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa is a sexy new take on a classic. Coming in eight bold hues, this sofa features a camelback silhouette for a modern touch for anyone looking for an updated take on the look.

$1,140 at Wayfair
Lyre Chesterfield Two-Cushion Sofa
$2,198

Good luck deciding on one of the Lyre sofa’s 19 available colors; They’re all so luscious and rich! Coming in either 82", 90", or 100" wide, this beauty is definitely for a larger living or sitting room. It offers plenty of surface area for snuggling and lounging.

$2,198 at Anthropologie
Jennifer Taylor Home Jack Sofa
$1,057

Another tuxedo and Chesterfield hybird, the Jennifer Taylor Jack sofa feels plucked straight from an uber-chic flat in London. And because navy isn’t for everyone, you can choose from a plethora of chic colors (9, to be exact). Best of all, it comes with two matching bolster pillows to complete the look right out of the box.

$1,057 at Walmart

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