To put a fresh spin on it, we’ve chosen three iconic chairs to inspire us
COMPLIED BY Jo Buitendach
’Tis the season for beautiful gifts – and for our annual curated prezzie guide. Take a seat and sift through these minimalist, colourful, and natural and curvy ideas for your shopping list.
Minimalist Excellence
The 2 Fauteuil Grand Confort – by Charlotte Perriand, Pierre Jeanneret and legendary architect/designer Le Corbusier – originally debuted at the Salon d’Automne in Paris in 1929. With its tubular steel framing, plump leather cushions and sparse, cube-like design, this is the archetype of a modern armchair. | cassina.com
Aballs M table lamp by Parachilna in Black
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Lona Facet Side Table
From R2 999 | woolworths.co.za
Vase Wrinkle S by É Pedra BLACK
R1 400 | nosso.co.za
Jute Cotton Rug 180cm x 120cm
R2 199 | woolworths.co.za
LV Aerogram Pilot tote
POA | louisvuitton.com
Crossover 2 carry-on in Black
R10 499 | thulestore.co.za
Globe Burst chandelier by Tom Dixon
POA | cremadesign.co.za
LV Rider boots in leather
R42 000 | louisvuitton.com
Byredo Desert Dawn EDP 100m
R5 340 | skins.co.za
Bioceramic What If…Blackagain? watch
R2 730 | swatch.com
Pedrera coffee table by GUBI
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Conglomerate Wall Art in Coal & Clay
R3 800 | hertexhaus.co.za
Graphic Colour
The unique Palace chair – a true icon of the Memphis design movement – was created by George J Sowden in 1983. The real magic of this chair is its smart use of colour: the wood is lacquered black, with the exception of blue legs, green armrests, and a yellow backrest strip. | memphis.it
Vase Toucan by Ceramiquinho
R4 250 | nosso.co.za
Venezia vase by Jonathan Adler
R4 310 | skins.co.za
BORNTOSTANDOUT Drunk Lovers EDP 50ml
R5 580 | skins.co.za
Cast-iron casserole pot in Red
R1 399 | woolworths.co.za
Veuve Clicquot ice jacket
From R1 199 | yuppiechef.com
Sorrento tablecloth
R1 699 | cs4d.co.za
Kalahari Table Runner
R950 | byjohndesigns.com
Dolcevita glasses, tray and pitcher with lid
From R1 200 | kitchenique.co.za
Natural Elegance
Houtlander’s Chaste bench is a timeless piece of South African craftsmanship, its beautiful curves a play on the classic chaise longue. Chaste allows one person to lounge comfortably and another to sit, cradling their head. The wooden bench can be used indoors and out, and is perfect for spending time with loved ones. | houtlander.co.za
Jar White by Mica
R1 150 | nosso.co.za
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Apom EDP 200ml
R8 990 | skins.co.za
Oceanic Gin
R535 | capesaintblaize.co.za
Duo lampshade by Ferm Living
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Wooden grinder set
R479 | woolworths.co.za
Lené Ehlers vase
R5 750 | merchantsonlong.co.za
Guzzini Tierra bread bin with bamboo board in Cream
R1 799 | kitchenique.co.za
The Double Cloth reversible cotton throw in Karoo
R2 125 | mungo.co.za
Fragment sidetable in ash wood and copper
POA | okha.com
Oyster wall lamp by Ferm Living
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Wood frame irregular mirror in Natural
R1 699 | woolworths.co.za
Isola storage table by Ferm Living
POA | cremadesign.co.za
Buur lounge chair by Ferm Living in Off-white
POA | cremadesign.co.za
*Availability and pricing correct at time of publishing. This article was updated on 20 November 2025.
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