Even if you don’t pay particularly close attention to the latest garden furniture trends, there will be one ubiquitous piece that will have no doubt found its way onto your radar: the egg chair.
The enduring regard of this cocoon-like chair can be attributed as much to its aesthetically-pleasing design as it can for its cosiness. There’s a reason why it’s had the seal of approval from influencers like Mrs Hinch and Stacey Solomon. The seating essential is fashion and function combined.
Nico Baxter, Director at Harbour Lifestyle, explains: “With the huge popularity around hanging garden egg chairs mounting once again this year, I recommend purchasing your chair as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Whilst you may be tempted to buy cheaper models, it is always worth investing a little more to ensure that you are met with the upmost quality and durability, as well as design and comfort.”
After spending more time that we’d ever imagined cooped up in our own homes, the hunt to find outdoor space has created a frenzy in the housing market and led to a greater interest in ‘outeriors’ – the desire to make our exterior living spaces as curated as our homes.
We are all looking to make the most of any patch of al fresco square footage – be it a balcony, a patio or a touch of greenery. The simple placement of an egg chair can work wonders in transforming the space, while also giving you a cosy corner of the world to bask in the heatwave sun, read a book, or enjoy an Aperol or Pimm’s maximising the British summertime to the fullest. It’s the ultimate me-time escape from the world.
Elevate the design prowess of your outdoor space with an egg chair with a rattan exterior, scatterings of deep-filled luxury cushions and surround the seat with warm hanging lights to create an inviting ambiance. Place under a rug to add a luxury feel and a patio heater so you can lounge well into the evening, while remaining toasty.
Grab yours before they sell out.
Anthropologie Peacock Indoor/Outdoor Hanging Chair
Make a bold style statement with this tropical rattan number. The natural material should be best surrounded by lush plants with transportive effects. Not only that, it’s also weather-resistant so you can leave it outside all-year-round worry-free (just take the cushion indoors for to keep it summer-ready).
Buy now £598.00, Anthropologie
Rattan Patio Chair Basket Outdoor Indoor Garden Egg Chair With Cushion
This chic egg chair has a modern rattan look. The perennially stylish piece will form the foundation of your outdoor furniture for years to come with white cosy cushions that make it easy to pair with your existing or future pieces. It is not hanging but set on four legs to give stability. W82 x D82 x H145cm.
Buy now £249.99, ManoMano
John Lewis Dante Garden Hanging Pod Chair, Natural
Not only will this handwoven Dante hanging pod chair make a stylish addition to your outdoor oasis but it’s functional too. You’ll spend many a summer evening curled up in this sumptuously soft and cosy cushion-filled chair. The exterior is constructed from a hard-wearing powder-coated steel frame to withstand the test of time.
Buy now £500.00, John Lewis
Cherry Tree Furniture Marigold Rattan Effect Hanging Egg Chair
This iteration on the trend can be used indoors or out with the classic hanging construction. It is made from rattan and a durable and weather-resistant powder-coated steel. The chair is extremely cocoon-like with a deep seat for the ultimate comfort. Curl up in the cushions provided and while away the hours drinking cocktails. W103 x D115 x H207cm.
Buy now £279.99, Amazon
Brampton Triple Cocoon Chair with Grey Cushion and Brown Rattan
Bask in the glory of the British sunshine or maximise balmy evenings with your significant other in this two-seater egg chair. The style comes as the more traditional single as well as a double and even a triple. It’s a freestanding seating option crafted in resin rattan and a heavy-duty steel frame. From W105 x D168 x H195.
Buy now £827.99, Amazon
Studio Rattan Rotating Egg Chair
With the light rattan hue, this egg chair can transport you to Marrakech, especially when surrounded by lush verdant plants, rich colours and a juxtaposition of contrasting fabrics and textures. W82 x D72 x H145cm.
Buy now £290.00, Studio
Riviera Standing Egg Chair, Light Grey Weave and Grey Fabric
Invest in ourdoor furniture worthy of the French Riviera with this aptly named egg chair. Timeless and elegant, it has a rattan weave design and a durable iron frame but best of all, it’s lined with cosy cushions and a hood for privacy. W68 x D87 x H154cm.
Buy now £329.00, Barker and Stonehouse
Moda Furnishings Nest Swivel Chair
Moda Furnishings is giving you the chance to add a level of personalisation to your egg chair purchase in the sense that they offer five arrays of colour to choose from to best suit your preference. There’s brown, black, mixed grey, light grey and natural weave to bring stylish seating to your space. Best of all? The chair swivels so for the sun worshippers, you can turn to always be facing the rays. W80 x H140cm.
Buy now £423.00, Moda Furnishings
Yaheetech Rattan Egg Chair
Amara is taking a different approach to its wicker chair by switching up the classic natural rattan look and replacing it with a unique modern design. It is also made from sturdy iron in a white hue that will brighten up its surroundings. W95 x H95 x H198.5cm.
Buy now £219.99, Amazon
Maze Rattan Ascot Hanging Chair - With Weatherproof Cushions
The Maze Rattan Ascot chair will bring a luxury feel to your outdoor oasis. You’ll spend hours curled up in the suspended egg, while the premium weave and aluminium frame will stand the test of time. Even the included cushions are weather resistant. H196cm x D105cm x W119cm.
Buy now £449.00, Rattan Furniture Fairy
Garden Store Direct Eleanor Folding Double Hanging Egg Chair
A hanging chair made for two (or just to really stretch out on), this design elongates the egg shape that’s so popular right now. It comes with plush head and seating cushions and is calibrated to be the perfect mount and dismount height. Set it on your patio, grass or decking and watch the neighbours turn green with envy. 196cm x 145cm x 196cm.
Buy now £449.95, Amazon
Double Hanging Egg Chair in Grey
It may be the Instagram effect but we can’t seem to get enough of the egg chair. It’s a style that has endured many a summer but it’s more than just about aesthetic. While they are fun and playful, the style also offers a place to unwind in the utmost comfort. W132 x D118 x H198cm.
Buy now £699.00, Rattan Direct
Novaro egg chair
Like your garden furniture on terra firma? This stylish egg chair is a great alternative to a hanging chair. The polyrattan weave is waterproof, the steel frames are corrosion-resistant, and the grey cushions are outdoor-friendly making this sweet spot comfy and considered. Get ready to cocoon in here for most of summer. W82 x D77 x H147cm.
Buy now £249.00, ASDA
Paxton Hanging Egg Chair with Cream Cushion
Up the luxury of your boho look with this stylish Scandi-chic hanging chair for indoor and outdoor use. Style it up with cosy faux sheepskins and cushions for a refined and relaxing hotspot. The chair is a robust and premium furniture item that you’ll lounge in for years to come. It’s certainly a beauty.
Buy now £699.99, Gardenesque
