Category: Alternatives

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen’s sofa ranges, such as Regency, Sovereign and Illustrious, are known for rich velvets, deep buttoning and statement shapes. They’re sold through ScS, so you won’t find them elsewhere.

We no longer link to those ranges, but if you love a bit of drama in your living room, there are plenty of sofas with the same glamorous feel that you can order online.

How to get the look

• Plush velvet in jewel tones such as emerald, sapphire or deep blue
• Deep buttoning on the back or arms
• Scroll arms and chesterfield shapes
• Contrast feet in dark wood or gold

Chesterfield and buttoned sofas

Glam velvet corner sofa

Statement chairs to finish the room

Velvet care tips

• Brush gently with a soft brush in the direction of the pile
• Blot spills straight away with a clean, dry cloth
• Keep out of strong, direct sunlight to stop colours fading

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La-Z-Boy is one of the best-known names in recliners, with ranges like Nevada, El Paso, Hollywood and Knoxville. In the UK they’re sold through selected furniture retailers rather than online marketplaces.

We used to list La-Z-Boy sofas here, but those links are no longer active. If you’re after that classic recliner comfort, here are similar options you can order online.

What people love about La-Z-Boy style recliners

• Plush, supportive cushioning
• Smooth reclining, in both power and manual versions
• Generous seat sizes and padded arms
• Extras on some models such as USB charging and headrests

Similar recliner chairs

Similar recliner sofas

Need help getting up?

If you’re buying for someone with limited mobility, a rise and recline chair gently tilts forward to help them stand.

Before you buy

Check the space behind the chair, the seat height and whether you need a plug socket nearby for a power model. Our power vs manual recliner guide covers the pros and cons.

SiSi Italia is a range of Italian-inspired leather and fabric sofas, including popular ranges like Amalfi, Lucca and Sicily. They’re sold through ScS, so you won’t find them on other sites.

We used to list SiSi Italia sofas here, but we no longer link to ScS. If you love that style, sleek leather, recliner options and a clean Italian look, there are plenty of similar sofas you can order online and have delivered to your door.

What makes the SiSi Italia look

• Soft leather or leather-look upholstery
• Clean, modern lines without fussy detail
• Power or manual recliner options in many styles
• Comfortable, supportive seats rather than ultra-deep lounging

Similar leather recliner sofas

These leather and leather-look recliners have that same modern style, with cup holders and reclining seats on several models.

Similar leather recliner chairs

What to check before you buy

• Real leather or leather-look (bonded or faux leather): check the listing
• Power or manual recline, and whether you need a plug nearby
• The space behind the sofa so it can recline fully
• Seat height and depth, especially if comfort getting up matters

Our power vs manual recliner guide explains the differences, and our recliner sofas page has more options.