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The Best Leather Sofas That’ll Instantly Become the Favorite Seat in the House
These picks only get better with age.
The warm, rich look of a leather sofa is at once both upscale and totally fit for family togetherness time. Their warm color and soft, buttery texture lend sophistication and coziness to any setting — they truly can look at home anywhere.
There are numerous styles of faux and genuine leather sofas to choose from, and our guide can help you narrow your search to only the best.
The Best Leather Sofas
- Best Leather Loveseat: Rivet Revolve Modern Leather Loveseat
- Most Luxurious Sofa: POLY & BARK Sorrento Sofa
- Best Tuxedo-Style Sofa: Rivet Brooke Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
- Comfiest Leather Sofa: Sand & Stable Gaia Genuine Leather Square Arm Sofa
- Best Contemporary-Style Sofa: Birch Lane Adda Square Arm Sofa
- Best Mid-Century Modern Sofa: West Elm Zander Leather Sofa
- Best Leather Sleeper Sofa: Wayfair Custom Upholstery Jennifer Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Sofa Bed
- Best Chesterfield Sofa: Birch Lane Adelbert Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa
- Best Modular Leather Sofa: Burrow Block Nomad Leather Loveseat
- Best Leather Sectional: Industrial Lodge Home Marquette Genuine Leather Sofa & Chaise
What to Consider
Some practical considerations when it comes to leather sofas are size, assembly, and coordinating the delivery. Make sure you have the measurements of your space (and doorways!) correct and that you can have help on hand to put it together once it arrives. Some brands may also offer white-glove delivery and assembly, which will require someone in your household to be home.
Another important decision-making factor is the comfort of the seat and the feel of the leather — if you aren't able to get a swatch of the fabric from the brand or give it a test-sit at a store, check the product's reviews to gauge user satisfaction. Obviously, the firmness will be subjective, so just keep in mind that dense-foam seats do tend to soften up over time.
If you're looking specifically for a faux-leather sofa, just know that you tend to get what you pay for, and it may be worth it to invest a little more. A cheap faux-leather sofa may have a stiff, plastic-y texture that cracks over time instead of softening into a nice timeworn feel that high-quality vegan leather can offer.
Beyond that, the good news about both real- and faux-leather sofas is that they are very easy to take care of. There's no need to ever break out your upholstery cleaners or stain sticks — just use a leather conditioner on your genuine leather sofa once or twice a year to keep it soft and protected from grime.
With the proper care, a high-quality leather sofa should break in beautifully over time and become all the more comfortable for years (even decades) of enjoyment. Read on to learn more about these seven leather sofas that make for sophisticated seating.
Rivet Rivet Revolve Modern Leather Loveseat
Rivet Rivet Revolve Modern Leather Loveseat
Key Specs
• Width: 56 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 8
This leather sofa is available in a few different colors, but its leather upholstery options are by far the most beautiful. Its loveseat size is compact enough for even the tightest of spaces, proving that just because you're short on space doesn't mean you need to skimp on style.
Its cushions are firm but durable, but the upholstery has a high-quality sheen to it.
POLY & BARK POLY & BARK Sorrento Sofa
POLY & BARK POLY & BARK Sorrento Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 85 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 2
This showstopper sofa is for true leather lovers. Its Italian-tanned, genuine-leather upholstery is glossy, smooth, and reviewers even say it has that irresistible new-leather smell.
The only assembly involved is attaching its four legs. While you’ll have to be mindful about scratching this sofa and setting wet glasses on its arms, it will age beautifully into something that’ll always look luxe.
Rivet Rivet Brooke Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
Rivet Rivet Brooke Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Tufted Leather Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 82 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 4
The more angular cousin of the Chesterfield sofa, this tuxedo-style couch is undeniably stylish. Just look at the hairpin legs!
It is also a cinch to put together, as many users say it comes together in mere minutes. The seat may be firm, but it won't be that way forever. Its deep-set profile makes it super lounge-y for family and friend gatherings.
Sand & Stable Sand & Stable Gaia Genuine Leather Square Arm Sofa
Sand & Stable Sand & Stable Gaia Genuine Leather Square Arm Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 81 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 2
This top-rated leather sofa helps complete a room with its crisp tailoring and inviting cushiness. Reviewers repeatedly tout how roomy and comfortable it is, even when enjoying it for the very first time.
You can choose the sofa's upholstery color and leg finish so that it matches your space perfectly. It even comes with two small bolsters for added comfort. Overall, it's modern, comfortable, and as one user puts it, "nap-approved."
Birch Lane Adda Square Arm Sofa
Birch Lane Adda Square Arm Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 83.5 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 3
This leather sofa is a classic family-style three-seater, with its plush yet supportive cushions, square arms, and unpretentious contemporary style.
Made of top-grain cowhide leather, it feels and looks like a high-quality piece, and reviewers agree — many of them tout its comfort and leather quality.
West Elm West Elm Zander Leather Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 70 inches
• Material Type: Genuine or faux leather
• Available Colors: 17
No brand does mid-century-inspired decor quite like West Elm. This leather sofa ticks off the aesthetic boxes (sharp lines, angled legs) but updates it for modern comfort with a relaxed 2-foot seat depth and pre-softened seat cushions.
What's extra impressive is that this style comes in a total of 17 different colors and leather materials, genuine and faux. You can order swatches of any of them for free.
There's one other thing to keep in mind: The tan charme leather sofa (pictured) is ready to ship within 3-5 weeks, but all other colors are made-to-order pieces that may take up to 10 weeks to ship and may cost up to $2,000 more. However, the high quality of these custom items is completely worth it.
Wayfair Custom Upholstery Jennifer Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Sofa Bed
Wayfair Custom Upholstery Jennifer Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Sofa Bed
Key Specs
• Width: 81 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 14
Providing round-the-clock comfort, this cowhide leather sofa makes for a stately seat by day and a comfy spot for guests to crash at night. It holds a queen-sized mattress inside that easily pulls out.
The leather has a brand-new sheen to it, which will slowly wear and soften over time into a more mellow finish. It's also a standout for its 14 different color choices, with free swatches of them available.
We like that this leather sofa also has a slightly ’80s vibe (which is very much on-trend right now), adding to the feel of nostalgic at-home coziness.
Birch Lane Adelbert Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa
Birch Lane Adelbert Genuine Leather Rolled Arm Chesterfield Sofa
Key Specs
• Width: 95 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 4
Evoking the stateliness of a seat you'd find in a dark, book-lined study, this leather Chesterfield sofa is a sophisticated centerpiece. Made of cowhide leather and measuring nearly 8 feet in length, it'll quickly become a favorite gathering spot at home. The upholstery comes in five colors, but unfortunately, without available swatches.
The user reviews of this sofa are overwhelmingly positive, citing its comfy cushions, leather quality, and even the speed of delivery as major plusses.
Burrow Block Nomad Leather Loveseat
Burrow Block Nomad Leather Loveseat
Key Specs
• Width: 60 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 3
What do you do if you want to invest in a large, luxurious leather sofa that'll last you a lifetime, but your current living space doesn't have the square footage to accommodate anything bigger than a loveseat? Get Burrow's Nomad Loveseat now, and add to it later!
This sofa-in-a-box is unique for its modular design, which can be expanded on with additional 30-inch seat sections or a chaise as your needs and space change (existing Burrow owners can email their support team to make this happen).
The investment-worthy leather upholstery is sourced from an Italian tannery and comes in three colors (with swatches available), and you can even choose the loveseat's arm silhouette and leg material to truly make it your own.
We love all of these customization options, along with the fact that the seat even includes a built-in charger for the utmost convenience.
Industrial Lodge Home Marquette Genuine Leather Sofa & Chaise
Industrial Lodge Home Marquette Genuine Leather Sofa & Chaise
Key Specs
• Width: 93 inches
• Material Type: Genuine leather
• Available Colors: 1
If you have the square footage for it, this leather sofa is the perfect choice for kicking back any day of the week. It has a chaise lounge that is permanently oriented on either side.
Its top-grain aniline leather looks and feels very high quality, with lightly tufted detailing on the bench-style seat cushions. Reviewers adore how this piece looks in their space and love the softness of the real leather upholstery.
Melanie Yates is the senior service editor of Best Products, where she writes and reports pieces pertaining to the etiquette, dilemmas, and how-tos of gift-giving for different occasions. Previously, she was the site's senior home editor, covering all things decor- and bedding-related since 2015. Her digital byline can also be found on Bustle, House Beautiful, and Elle Decor. A longtime classical-music enthusiast, Melanie spends her off-hours enjoying performances big and small across New York City.
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