Pierce and Ward Slipper Chair Review 2025: Tested …

Reviewer: Kate McGregor, commerce market editor
Model tested: Pierce and Ward for West Elm Slipper Chair
The details: West Elm is a dependable retailer for midcentury-modern-leaning furniture pieces and affordable decor. You can find a solid oak desk, a perfectly mod bed frame, and comfortable sofas that won’t require you to sell a kidney to afford. Their designer collaborations often steal the show, like the 1970s-inspired collection from AD100 duo Pierce and Ward. The Slipper chair in black-and-tan pinstripes captures the sophisticated yet eclectic aesthetic that the interior designers are known for.

Before Delivery

How much does it cost? Are there payment plans available?

The chair is listed at $949, a higher-end price tag for a mid-point retailer like West Elm. That said, you could spend a lot more on an accent chair, especially one designed by an AD100 design firm with a celebrity roster. However, I recognize that this isn’t the most budget-friendly option. Because of the 100% cotton upholstery and sturdy build, I trust that this chair is well worth the cost. For those looking for a payment plan, West Elm partners with Affirm for monthly installments starting at $60.

What are the upholstery options?

I chose the striped upholstery that was part of Pierce and Ward’s collection with West Elm. Now, however, the chair is available in any of the brand’s dozens of fabric options and colorways. The burnt umber deluxe velvet and performance chenille are particularly nice.

What is the lead time for delivery?

Currently, the striped upholstery option is ready to ship and is estimated to arrive within two weeks of placing the order. However, if you opt for custom upholstery, there could be a four-to-six-week wait time before shipping. End to end, the order process took me about a week.

Delivery and Assembly

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