Footstools are among the humblest of furniture pieces – comfortable and functional but often treated as an afterthought. But it doesn’t have to be this way! In this post, we’ve collected 51 of our favorite footstools available online to ensure your comfort goals and aesthetic goals are able to align. This compilation spans from mid-century to ultra-modern, offering options like timeless solid wood footstools and expressive upholstered designs packed with personality. Peruse this selection to find the perfect footstool for any budget and any style.
Swoon Modern Footstool: The charming Swoon footstool features handsome dowel legs that protrude directly from the voluminous cushion. With its blended wool and viscose upholstery, this unique Space Copenhagen design feels just as comfortable as it looks.
Ferm Living Small Wooden Footstool: The charming Little Architect Stool by Ferm Living is an attractive all-purpose footstool originally intended for use as an extra step or seat for young children, but it can also double as a compact low footrest to use with a lounge chair or beneath a desk.
Cherner Mid Century Modern Footstool: Designed by Benjamin Cherner in 2012 as a companion for the legendary mid-century Cherner chair series, this handsome footstool features the same molded wood construction and graceful curves as the icon that inspired its construction. Pair with a Cherner original or use as a versatile complement to any mid-century inspired seat.
Kartell Molded Wood Footstool: Molded veneers give the Kartell Smart Wood collection an almost weightless look while retaining the aesthetic gravity of natural wood veining. The collection’s Wood Stool is a Philippe Starck design that offers endless decorative possibilities throughout the home.
Risom Mid Century Woven Footstool: Originally designed by Jens Risom in 1943, this iconic mid-century design still beams with relevance today. This piece is available with a solid maple or walnut hardwood frame and with a wide variety of woven upholstery colors to suit any decor theme.
Everyday comfort needs not be expensive. This practical small stool features durable rubberwood framing in a walnut finish, the footrest upholstered in light grey for easy coordination. This piece would fit naturally within contemporary and mid-century interior themes alike.
Jens Ottoman Footstool: One of many standout mid-century designs by the prolific Jens Risom, the eponymous Jens footstool is still constructed according to the designer’s specifications today – specifications that call for exquisite workmanship and attention to detail for comfort that will last a lifetime with proper care. Select from solid oak or walnut framing and an incredible variety of upholstery color options.
Hem Hai Grey Modern Footstool: Created by Italian designer Luca Nichetto for Swedish studio Hem, the Hai ottoman boasts a bold profile with a light and pleasant visual weight. This piece features a voluminous cushion set atop slender metal legs, neatly framed at the sides for a pop of contrast.
A classic profile allows this footstool to coordinate well with almost any interior decor theme. Select from four fabric upholstery options and a cognac faux leather option, each one perched upon casually tapered solid wood legs.
Subtle mid-century modern vibes lend timeless appeal to this inexpensive small footrest. The lightly cushioned body is upholstered in a wide variety of fabric options to suit any interior palette, each one supported by tapered legs that are finished with brass-colored caps for a classic look.
Natural Ash and Grey Footstool: Simple aesthetics meet immaculate construction with the Crosshatch footstool from Geiger. This piece features a comfortable foam-core cushion, able to be customized with your choice of fabric or genuine leather upholstery. Choose from classic walnut or modern white ash framing.
Enjoy a glam look at an approachable price point with this contemporary footstool selection. The boxy footrest cuts a bold profile, upholstered in a wide range of velvet upholstery selections for exceptional versatility. Gold-finished legs lend just the right amount of glimmer.
Silvery natural cowhide is cut into geometric strips and then carefully stitched together to create the striking cover of this distinctive footstool. The cube-like shape is perfect for use as a footrest or as a convenient side table.
Small Rustic Footstool: Knitted cotton provides a warm and casual aesthetic to the body of this ultra-low stool, the legs crafted from carved solid wood for a rustic look. Use to kick up your feet anywhere around the home – at just 16 inches tall and 16 inches wide, it can fit almost anywhere even in the smallest rooms.
With a cover woven from a blend of wool and cotton, this pouf-style footstool provides soft comfort and a cozy aesthetic for any space. The interior is filled with polystyrene beads for supportive comfort. Use to complement interior themes like bohemian, cottage chic, and even Scandinavian.
Flokati wool offers instant luxury for any space. This piece is made with animal-friendly faux fur with a playful curly texture, the cloudlike body perched atop gold hairpin legs for a dash of glamour. Use a small yet sophisticated footstool like this one if you want to make a dramatic impact without taking up much space.
A bold silhouette ensures this footstool will capture attention in any room. The round body is upholstered in genuine sheepskin for an incomparable textural experience, propped up on unique splayed legs that are capped with brass-finished balls. Use this piece to add a sense of classic decadence to an Art Deco or Hollywood Regency interior theme.
Curly Sheep Fleece Footstool: Ultra-soft Tibetan fleece and slender brass legs make this footstool a truly timeless investment in sophisticated comfort. Select from three sizes to best suit your space.
Lamino Genuine Sheepskin Footstool: This striking 1956 design by Yngve Ekström features graceful curves and a comfortable sheepskin body. Each one is still handcrafted in Vaggeryd, Sweden to the same exacting specifications as it was when it first debuted.
Classic Tufted Footstool: Looking for something with a classic silhouette to suit a traditional or transitional interior theme? The handsome Bruno ottoman captures the eye with its elegantly turned legs and invites comfortable enjoyment with its fully upholstered button-tufted body. This design is fully customizable with your choice of four leg finishes and dozens of upholstery options.
Woven in a two-tone pattern with jute and soft cotton, this unique piece offers an uplifting look that feels breezy and natural. Because this footstool is densely packed with polystyrene beads, it can also serve as a convenient side table.
Sika Design Rattan Footstool: Sweeping curves give this footstool an especially distinctive profile. Unlike other designs that may be built up over a metal frame, this piece by Sika Design is structured entirely from natural rattan that boasts an impressive combination of strength and lightness.
Cushioned Rattan Footstool: Use this rattan footstool with or without the cushion to suit your specific comfort requirements. Select from a diverse variety of fabric types and patterns for the cushion to find the perfect fit for your interior decor.
Sika Design Wicker Footstool: The gorgeous Monet Footstool draws inspiration from mid-century styles, reinvented with modern tastes in mind. Select from three ratan finishes – antique, black, natural, and greyed.
Hyacinth Woven Footstool: From top to bottom, this x-base stool is wrapped with hand-braided water hyacinth for a charming coastal aesthetic. Use this woven footstool to complement any nature-inspired interior theme.
This versatile piece from IKEA serves as a footrest, a cocktail table, and a convenient storage niche all in one. The body is woven from natural rattan, the legs made from metal and finished in modern matte black. Multipurpose construction makes this design ideal for smaller spaces.
Uchiwa Fabric and Leather Footstool: Leather trim around each edge adds subtle sophistication to the effortlessly stylish Uchiwa footstool by Doshi Levien. Select from three leg finishes and ten upholstery color combinations.
Vegan leather provides a comfortable and supportive place to rest your feet, stretched across a folding x-base for easy storage between uses. This durable piece can also be used as an occasional seat – a great multipurpose design for smaller spaces. Choose from brown or grey vegan leather.
Simple and chic. This round footstool features an uncomplicated profile upholstered in quality faux leather, the top button-tufted for traditional appeal.
December Leather Sling Footstool: Unlike the more common x-frame leather sling footstools, this design features a four-leg construction sculpted from white ash. Jasper Morrison and Wataru Kumano designed the December footstool for Nikari’s 12 Designs for Nature collection.
Safari Brown Leather Footstool: The engaging Safari footrest was inspired by portable camp chairs, designed to be quickly assembled or disassembled without using any exterior tools. This piece is designed the same way – a lightweight and portable piece that is easy to build up or tear down as needed, all with a high-design aesthetic and materials.
Navy Leather Folding Footstool: Select from brown or navy leather to find the perfect Cooper stool for your interior vision. The solid wood and European leather will only become more beautiful with age.
Moller Black Leather Footstool: The elegant Moller 80 stool is just as notable for its quality of production as it is for its enchanting aesthetic. J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik remains family-owned since 1944 and its products, including this stool, are still crafted using old-world methods – woods selected from sustainable sources, the surfaces polished by hand.
Use this large footstool as extra seating or pair with your favorite tray to use as a cocktail table. The plush padded surface is upholstered in genuine leather for durable, comfort, and style on an accessible budget.
Stephen Burks Grasso Modern Footstool: Whether you own the Grasso armchair or want to enjoy the stylish companion footrest on its own, this piece is sure to make a bold decorative statement. Designer Stephen Burks describes this footstool as “overflowing” – spilling over the confines of its modern metal framing.
Poufs are a fantastic choice for a super-casual footrest option. This piece is upholstered in rich orange – also available in blue, brown, green, and a versatile grey. Use as a comfortable seat or as an ottoman.
Blu Dot Cognac Leather Footstool: The Neat leather footstool by Blu Dot is upholstered from top to bottom in cognac aniline leather that has been worked into a satisfying velvety texture. This piece is also available in black.
Kick up your feet, take a seat, or stash away your everyday essentials with this adorable velvet footstool made to look like a travel trunk. Select from a spectrum of velvet upholstery options to best fit your decor.
This charming footstool features emerald velvet over a round body, perched atop gold hairpin legs for a dash of glamour. Open the lid to access a convenient storage space within. Flip the lid over to reveal the flat wood surface on the other side, transforming the footstool into a compact coffee table.
Pea green upholstery and tapered wood legs give this footstool a charming retro look ideal for mid-century interior themes. This piece is also available in a spectrum of other color options including bright hues and versatile neutrals.
Upholstered X-Base Footstool: This unique X-Base stool is fully upholstered from top to bottom for an especially cozy and comfortable look. Select from dozens of upholstery patterns to enjoy a customized look all your own.
The Reader Danish Footstool: This tilted footstool offers ergonomic comfort and irresistibly smooth styling. This piece is part of the Reader Collection by Tor Hadsund, each piece sculpted from oak and topped with smooth easy-to-clean polyester over light padding. The curved shell of the footrest practically appears to hover over the base for a weightless modern look.
About a Lounge Blue Footstool: Created by Danish designer Hee Welling, the About a Lounge footstool is a companion to one of Scandinavia’s best-selling chairs. The footstool easily stands on its own from an aesthetic standpoint – uncomplicated, playful, and uplifting. Choose from a wide variety of fabric and leather upholstery options.
Jaime Hayon Small Upholstered Footstool: Modern pop-art styling makes the Ro Footstool stand out as a cheerful work of art. Choose from a variety of frame and upholstery combinations, many with eye-catching fabric contrasts that enhance the unconventional look.
Dusty pink velvet is well-paired with modern black framing in this gorgeous round footstool from Safavieh. This approachable piece provides a luxurious look on an approachable budget. Use as a footrest or as a low side table.
These footrests abound with personality. Each one is shaped like an animal for decorative appeal that stands on its own, perched on solid pine wood legs to withstand everyday wear and tear. These are perfect for nurseries, children’s bedrooms, and general purpose use around the home.
IKEA’s Poang footstool is a beloved hit for good reason. This piece boasts a modern minimalist aesthetic thanks to its gentle curves and light finishes, readily offering everyday comfort thanks to its well-padded cushion and gentle ergonomic tilt.
Cane-Line Divine Indoor Outdoor Footstool: Patios, balconies, and poolsides deserve stylish comfort too. The versatile Divine footstool collection by Cane-Line is built strong for the outdoors, upholstered in hand-crocheted polypropylene that readily resists the elements.
Nest Wicker Footstool: The Nest footstool collection by Johannes Foersom & Hiort-Lorenzen provides a modern take on classic rattan. This piece is made from aluminum and synthetic rattan for excellent weather resistance.
Carl Hansen Folding Wood Footstool: For an authentic mid-century take on the classic folding footstool, this 1960s design by Borge Mogensen is sure to satisfy. This piece is constructed from untreated teak for weather resistance and classic sophistication that will only grow more beautiful with age.
Constructed from solid Meranti wood, this well-crafted piece is the perfect companion for a classic Adirondack lounge chair – or a wide variety of other styles. Select from three finish options to best suit your patio or poolside decor.
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