Get a Luxe Look for Less With One of These Gorgeous Eames Chair Replicas

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Back when you got your first apartment and filled it with Craigslist finds, hand-me-downs, and curbside freebies, maybe you thought that someday—like, when you’re older and make actual money—that you’d have adult furniture. Fast-forward 20-plus years and a few moves, and there’s still a Poäng in your living room.

If you’ve stubbornly stuck to thinking that you’d buy authentic or not at all, consider that: a) if your lifestyle doesn’t jibe with spending big bucks on the real deal, it probably never will, and b) there’s no reason to deny yourself pieces you love, especially with so many excellent replicas on the market, particularly those inspired by Charles and Ray Eames.

The American married couple started working together in 1941, and over the next several decades earned a well-deserved spot among the 20th century's most influential furniture designers and made major contributions to modern architecture.

By all means, keep hitting up Craigslist and making your annual pilgrimage to Ikea (we certainly do—ditto with roadside furniture recycling), but if you truly want to transform any room in your home without spending a fortune, read on for the most stunning Eames chair replicas out there.

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Shatzer Side Chair (Set of 2)

The actual name of this chair is way less hot than its more popular nickname, the Eames "Eiffel" chair, as the base's design recollects the iconic Paris landmark.

The dimensions of this replica, sold in a set of two, are accurate within an inch of the original, though the seat isn't as elongated and doesn't have the same sleek silhouette. Still, the legs are similarly angled and tapered, and it comes in 10 color options. It also gets high marks from customers, with an average user rating of 4.5 stars.

Soho Management Office Chair

Subtle details are what make this ergonomic office chair a standout replica of the Eames Aluminum Group Chair. The back isn't as wide as the original and the base and armrests lack the heft of its pricier partner; however, the seat has a similar design to the Eames version, with embossed ribbing and a rolled finish at the top and front, along with a polished chrome back bar.

The seat is also height adjustable and swivels 360 degrees, and the base features five casters, true to the original design. Plus, it comes in 19 color options.

Molded Plywood Dining Chair

The Eames DCM (Dining Chair Metal) debuted in 1946 and Time Magazine called it the "Best Design of the 20th Century."

This spot-on replica's features include a five-ply molded seat and back, with an ash wood veneer in a choice of oak or walnut stain, and stainless legs with a polished chrome finish. While it may be on the pricey side, it's still roughly $485 less than the original, plus it comes with a 5-year warranty.

Ascalon Rocking Chair

This replica of the whimsical 1950s Eames Rocking Shell Chair (aka Eames RAR, for "rocking arm chair, rod base) is a well-priced dupe. It's perfect for creating a reading nook in the corner of a room and would make a stylish addition to a child's nursery. It features solid wood and a transparent seat with a dowel leg base.

Boak Arm Chair (Set of 2)

If you love the look of the Eames rocker above but want a chair that's stationary, this armchair is your best bet. It's a nice addition to just about any room in the house—many use it as an end chair at a rectangular dining table—but like the rocker above, it also makes a lovely accent chair in a bedroom or study.

The chair is made from a single molded piece of ABS plastic, supported by a metal Eames "Eiffel" base with non-skid feet. Its maximum weight capacity is 250 pounds and it comes in matte black and matte white.

Molded Plywood Lounge Chair

Here's another exceptional Eames replica, this one of the timeless Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair Wood Base (LCW), part of the collection called the "Best Design of the 20th Century" by Time Magazine.

The replica's dimensions are spot on within an inch of the real deal, and it features the same five-ply molded seat and back design. It's available in two veneers—oak and a rich-looking American walnut—plus it comes with a 5-year warranty.

Jenine Rocking Chair

Key Specs

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 27 x 24 x 25 inches

• Materials: Solid and manufactured wood; metal

• Options: 1 size/color

This replica of the whimsical 1950s Eames Rocking Shell Chair (aka Eames RAR, for "rocking arm chair, rod base) is a well-priced dupe. It's perfect for creating a reading nook in the corner of a room and would make a stylish addition to a child's nursery.

It's made of solid and manufactured wood with a metal base, and has a maximum weight capacity of 300 pounds, though it only comes in one size and color. Several customers say it's "comfortable" and "sturdy."

Metal Side Chair

Key Specs

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 35 x 19 x 19 inches

• Materials: Metal; faux leather

• Options: 1 size; 2 colors

Though it may be a bit pricey for a side chair, this is an excellent replica of the Eames Wire Chair, which debuted in 1951. Unlike the original, this model comes with a faux-leather seat pad instead of a genuine leather one.

The replica's dimensions are almost exactly the same as those of the original, with the exception of the seat depth, which is just a couple inches shy of the Eames model. It features all-metal construction with non-skid feet at the base, and comes with your choice of a black or cream seat cushion.

Mid Century Lounge Chair and Ottoman

Key Specs

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 31.5 x 33 x 36 inches

• Materials: Plywood; genuine leather

• Options: 2 sizes; 3 shell choices; 2 colors

The iconic Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman set was first produced for Herman Miller in 1956. Inspiration came from the desire to create a chair with "the warm, receptive look of a well-used first baseman's mitt," as it says on Herman Miller's website.

Like the original, this replica comes in both standard and tall heights, made from plywood and genuine leather. It features similar lines and proportions to the Eames version, and comes with a walnut or upgraded rosewood shell, plus your choice of black or cream leather upholstery.

The original is obviously constructed with higher quality materials (and priced at $7,495), but looks-wise, the two most notable differences are the base's heft and curve of the armrests.

Genuine Leather Executive Chair

Key Specs

• Dimensions (H x W x D): 35 x 18.5 x 27.1 inches

• Materials: Leather; chrome-plated metal

• Options: 1 size; 3 colors

This handsome chair is a replica of the Eames Executive Chair, and like the original design, it's covered in genuine leather with button-tufting on the well-cushioned seat, back, and armrests. There are five rolling casters at the base and chrome details throughout, plus the seat height is adjustable.

While it may not have the same extra-wide seat and rounded corners found on the original, this option is cheaper by well over four grand, and it's sure to make an impressive statement in any home office. You can also choose between black, dark brown, and light brown leather.

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