While supping martinis in classy cocktail bars is a favourite pastime for much of Britain’s style-conscious population, heady spirit-based mixtures don’t come cheap – so bring the bar home by installing a few funky bar stools…
Here are ten to get you inspired:
1. Julien acrylic blue bar stool
We love the colour of this chic bar stool, which features 360-degree swivel ability and a smooth gas lift action taking it from a minimum height of 78cm to a maximum of 99cm.
£45, FurnitureInFashion.net
2. Bastide bar stool
Sold in the Anna Casa Boutique at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre, this classy stool comes in shiny black lacquered wood.
From £823, AnnaCasa.net
3. Fabric decoupage bar stool
This fabulously kitsch bar stool is designed by Viva Fabric and is 68cm tall.
£80, NotOnTheHighStreet.com
4. Twist bar stool
The modern Italian design of this stunning stool utilises quality materials, with a soft polyurethane seat top for ultimate comfort while you’re enjoying your cocktail(s). It’s 75cm tall and 40cm wide.
£399.99, SimplyBarStools.co.uk
5. Carello black bar stool
The angularity of this 85cm-tall stool brings a lightning bolt to mind – it’s not for shy mixologists.
£104.99, BarStoolWorld.co.uk
6. Mica bar chair
The archer bow back and cabriole legs mean this 119cm-tall bar chair wouldn’t look out of place in one of London’s most exclusive cocktail bars.
From £1,856, ChristopherGuy.com
7. Mina bar stool
This funky pea green bar stool would work fantastically in a games room.
£30, Direct.Tesco.com
8. Boston bar stool
The sleek curved design of the Boston would work in a variety of spaces, from urban bachelor pad to family home.
£244.99, DrinkStuff.com
9. Henriksdal bar chair
The generous padding on this bar seat will make cocktail-quaffing an even more indulgent experience.
£58.21, Ikea.com
10. Hygena Holland gas lift bar stool
The combination of calm white and funky design means this stool would go perfectly in a contemporary, minimalist-style home.
£71.99, Argos.co.uk
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