Parsons, the perfect chair.

In my opinion, the Parsons Chair might be one of the most versatile pieces of furniture out there. It's classic, simple, clean-lined design can work flawlessly with almost any decor aethetic and transitions easily from contemporary to traditional with the quick addition of a pattern or skirted slip-cover.

Here are a few examples of the Parson's chair in an array of materials, colors and fabrics:

In leather...

A bold patterned fabric...

In bright poppy colors...

With wooden legs....

Or skirted for a more traditional look. I own four of these glorious chairs, the IKEA HENRIKSDAL

They look so incredibly fresh and crisp in white when paired with a darker wood table, the contrast is lovely...



But can also look absolutely fabulous when painted or patterned. The white slip-covers provide the creative and artistic types with a blank canvas in which to create some incredible masterpieces. Check out the fabulous DIY paint-job that was done on these Parson Chairs by It's Great to be Home. Amazing.

And this lovely French Country inspired paint treatment done by a Pop of Pretty on her chairs. Genius.

Inspired by these crafty ladies and with thoughts of what I can DIY to my own Parson chairs in the near future, I found this picture via Carrington Court Direct a skirted Parsons with a fabulous nail-head trim on the back.

This gorgeous skirted Parsons is retailing at approx $200 (including S&H.)

Hmmm. For about $20 in supplies, I am thinking I can DIY a very similar look. Please stay tuned for updates...

What about you? What type of furniture piece is your favorite and why? Leave a comment, I'd love to hear about it.

Merci Mon Amis.