When Harry, Ginny, Ron and Hermione get together, what would be more appropriate than reminiscing over a Butterbeer? Like the good old days at the Tree Broomsticks, nothing would feel more at home than sitting around on wood bar stools and talking for hours. In the magical world, fashion is just as important as in this muggle one. Being one of the most influential wizards of all times comes with some perks after all.

Everyone deserves a place to unwind after a hard day, or a hard life, as it were. After seven years of confronting Lord Voldemort, Harry and the gang deserve some comfort and style. Harry Potter has been The Boy Who Lived and The Chosen One, the most beloved and hated, and can finally find peace through friends in the most comfortable and inviting of contemporary bar stools. While The Hogs Head holds memories of conspiring against evil, it lacks a certain homey quality.

As Harry and Ginny prepare for guests, one of the proudest places in the home would be the fully stocked bar. Along with Fire Whisky, friends could sit back on cozy swivel barstools and get lost in conversation. Similar to the Gryffindor common room, they would be drawn to plush seats of crimson and gold design with full back and arm rests. With temptation like that, it would feel like a Hogwarts reunion every night!

Comfy, cozy, crimson and gold, Harry Potter would have the best of all worlds.

Do your pieces of furniture have the versatility and styling options to allow them to blend thoroughly and complement varying decors and rooms? It is important to have this versatility so you can move pieces around and experiment with your own style. Barstools are among the most practical pieces you can add to your home because they can be used in so many ways. Kitchens, dining rooms, patios, game rooms, and more are given a boost of style – as well as extra seating – with these useful and beautiful stools.

The simplicity of the Laguna Swivel Bar Stool adds to both its immense charm and its versatility, making it well-suited to any décor. Perhaps the simplicity is a bit deceiving: as you look closer, you will see interesting lines everywhere. The graceful legs have an X support in the center, and a little higher, a simple metal footrest that blends beautifully in with the legs. The backrest features a mix of classic straight lines, rounded caps, and gentle curves at the top. Finished in Matte Black and upholstered in sumptuous Leather Touch Black, the Laguna is sophisticated, elegant, and beautifully understated – with a touch of fun. Who can resist swiveling in these fresh metal barstools?

The Laguna Swivel Bar Stool is part of Pastel Furniture’s amazing line of innovative bar and counter stools. Pastel uses only the best materials and superb designs to ensure that your money is well spent and that you get nothing but the highest quality for your home.

If you are stuck for decorating ideas and need a freshening up for your home, the perfect place to start is with versatile bar stools. These are great additions to dining rooms, kitchens, patios or porches, game rooms, and more. What is so beautiful about these – besides their incredible style – is that they can be used so often, in so many rooms. Having a large party? Pull up a few sleek metal bar stools to the dining room table. Want to sip morning coffee on your porch? No problem. Add a little table and some fun bistro stools, and you’ve got an instant backyard café. Whatever your needs and whatever décor you have, these wonderful pieces will add to each room’s usability and appeal.

For those who love simple elegance, the classic Cannes Swivel Bar Stool is a must-have. The durable metal frame features gently curved legs that have a clean, defined edge. A diamond-shaped cross piece adds support, and a simple footrest is flawlessly integrated into the frame. The backrest has two gently arching supports, and the graceful armrests add comfort and style. The frame is finished in rich Autumn Rust. The swivel seat has complementing Florentine Coffee seat upholstery for a taste of simple luxury. Available in 26 or 30 inch heights, these gorgeous metal bar stools are a perfect addition to any casual dining area.

Pastel Furniture, creator of the Cannes, has a full line of wonderful dining sets, bakers’ racks, bar stools, and pub stools and tables. With careful attention to quality, durability, and versatility, Pastel brings nothing but beauty and value into your home.

Swivel bar stools have become increasingly popular over the recent years for a reason. One of the greatest things about getting to go to McDonalds as a kid is sitting back in a swivel seat and twirling while enjoying a happy meal. As you grow up, the novelty never fully goes away, even if your taste for chicken nuggets does. Aside from being at least a little fun, the swivel abilities make it much easier to get in and out of the stool, save space and prevent floors from being scratched with repetitive heavy scraping.
Almost all modern barstools have a swivel seat and style enough to stay for many years. The Owen Swivel Bar Stool is a perfectly stylish and functional example of what a barstool should be. In a basic geometric design and simplicity, there is a hint of a flair found in many modern barstools without being difficult to coordinate. The rectangular slatback backrest and outward sloping legs create a beautiful shape. An extra-wide square seat adds to comfort and allows for all shapes and sizes to relax, even for long periods. Available in a number of metal finishes and seat fabric choices, you can personalize it to match your space and fashion.
Metal is a trade mark symbol of contemporary bar stools and has the additional benefit of highly durable and easy to clean. Whether looking for a counter, regular or tall bar stool, you can be accommodated without having to compromise. The Owen Swivel Bar Stool and other contemporary bar stools are made by Amisco Furniture.

When entertaining guests there needs to be a enough space and seating room to allow everyone to mingle without having to be conscious of movement. Bumping into each other and making others uncomfortable is a sure proof way to make your party a bust. The easiest way to utilize your space and create more seating is with the use of bars stools. Invite easy conversation between those sitting and standing by placing bar stools in accessible places.

More than practical, bar stools add style to a room and make a fashionable statement. No matter what your style, there is the perfect bar stool that will complement or even improve your space. The Danbury Swivel Bar Stool would be ideal for a casual dining room or a traditional bar. The metal chair with lattice back topped in wood makes a charming addition. The choice of Autumn Rust and Monarch finish add to the sophistication and allow you to customize to fit your home. Another advantage of metal bar stools is the ease in which to maintain and clean.

Bar stools can help save space, create extra seating and even improve the aesthetic of your home. Whether looking for a traditional one like the Danbury Swivel Bar Stool or a more progressive contemporary look, there are many options to choose from. With so much competition, bargains and sales don’t settle for anything less than your standards. This and other bar stools are made by Pastel Furniture.

“This is the violet hour, the hour of hush and wonder.” Bernard DeVoto, “The Hour”

Walking into the Violet Room in Chicago is like walking into a calm, elegant dream. You are surrounded by flowing floor-to-ceiling curtains, rooms that blend into one another as you seem to float through the intimately-lit lounge. If you are looking for a quick drink on the way home, this is assuredly not the place for you. The Violet Lounge, from its tall-back leather chairs and ottomans to its ultra-wide barstools, is meant to be sipped and savored like the classic cocktails this bar is known for.

Designed to evoke the luxury of 19th Century French salons and English clubs, the Violet Lounge emphasizes conversation and intimacy. You may wait an hour for a table, but you will not be jostled, accosted by blaring music, or made to mill around looking for a seat. Here, in addition to the sumptuous leather seating areas, comfortable counter stools, chandeliers, and cozy fireplaces, you will find an exclusivity that is intoxicating. When the seats are full, the door host doesn’t admit any more people. The result is an elite atmosphere that anyone can enjoy.

Named one of the best bars in America by Esquire Magazine and one of the best bars in the world by Conde Nast, the Violet Lounge takes pride in its slow, deliberate, and delicious pace. According to The Urban Bible, “The 1920s speakeasy is back in Chicago and the Violet Hour brought it back.” You can feel that languid, almost seductive, air in which Gatsby would have been perfectly at home perched on one of the sleek contemporary bar stools. Enjoy one of the specialty drinks, such as the Indian Summer. Made with Plymouth Gin, lime, lavender syrup, and house-made tonic, this will refresh and relax you, like everything else in this superbly lux lounge.

Spring Menu
Mediterranean Hummus with Grilled Pita
Bacon-Whipped Deviled Eggs, Tomatoe Chip and Basil
Duck and Goat Cheese Wontons with Rhubarb Sweet & Sour Sauce
Blackened Shrimp with Cajun Remoulade
Mini Cheesesteaks with Seared Skirt Steak, Peppers, Onions & Provolone
Flatbread with Roasted Pork Shoulder, Asiago, Pineapple and BBQ Marinara
Crispy Lamb Rillettes with Rosemary Apple Sauce
Quartet of Kobe Beef Minidogs: Chicago Style & Seasonal

Sammies
(Choice of Three)
Teriyaki Chicken, Crispy Noodles, Spicy Mayo, Cilantro, Shredded Carrots, Wheat Wrap
Smoked Salmon, Cucumber, Dill, Creme Fraiche and Capers on White Bread
Grilled Asparagus, Spiced Almonds, White Cheddar on Sourdough

Sweets
Fried Peanut Butter-Banana Bites with Wildflower Honey and Bacon
Banana and Mango Chips, Spiced Nuts, Craisins & White Chocolate
Tempura-Fried Milky Way Bars, Milk Jam
“This spot has become Chicago’s cocktail mecca since the moment it opened its doors.”
Travel & Leisure
One of the “best bars in America”
Esquire