Manon Swivel Armchair in Beige Corduroy | Compact 360° Swivel

The Manon in beige corduroy — the outlier of the four, and the one with the most character. Where the chenille versions are smooth-textured, corduroy brings visible ribbing that catches light along each cord, giving the chair a retro warmth the others do not have. Same compact swivel frame, same practical 46cm seat height.

Key features

• Full 360° swivel base
• Ribbed corduroy upholstery in a warm beige
• Compact 68cm width with a practical 46cm seat height
• Plywood structure with 24kg/m³ foam through seat and backrest
• The most textural of the four colourways — corduroy rather than chenille

Dimensions

About the corduroy

Corduroy is having a genuine revival in furniture, and on a rounded shape like this it works particularly well — the straight lines of the cord play against the curves of the frame. Each rib catches light differently, so the surface has a subtle striped depth rather than reading as a flat block of beige.

Practically, corduroy is hard-wearing and the ribbing hides marks well. It does collect more dust in the channels than a smooth fabric, so it wants vacuuming slightly more often. Assembly is required.

How to style it

Beige corduroy leans mid-century and retro-modern, so it suits rooms with walnut, teak, warm brass and a bit of seventies confidence. It also works in a straightforwardly modern room where you want texture without colour.

Of the four Manon colourways this is the one to pick if the room is already neutral and needs interest rather than another flat surface. The 46cm seat height means it works at a desk or dining table as well as in a lounge corner.

Delivery and care

Assembly required. Vacuum on a low setting with a brush attachment, working along the direction of the cord rather than across it — dust settles in the channels and wants lifting out. Blot spills immediately rather than rubbing. Keep out of prolonged direct sunlight. Check and tighten the swivel base fixings periodically.