There are many different options when it comes to picking dining chairs, whether it’s matching chairs, mixing chairs with a bench or a complete mishmash where no two chairs are the same.

Using mismatched dining chairs is a great way of adding colour and drama to your home, allowing you to separate from the crowd. Unexpected chair pairings can add masses of personality and interest to any room while giving your home a subtle designer edge but without the hefty price tag.

1. Get your dining table and Ensure all the chairs are the same height

If you’re looking to incorporate the mismatched dining chair trend into your interiors, but don’t know where to begin, we always recommend starting with the dining table. Whether you opt for solid wood, glass, metal, square, oval or rectangular table, this will affect what dining chairs you opt for. So, you have your table, now it’s time to pick the chairs. One of the most important things to consider is seat height. You don’t want to compromise comfort over style and have your guests bobbing up and down all over the place. As long as all the chairs are the same height.

2. 2. Focus on pairs

A great way to mix and match dining chairs successfully is by choosing pairs. This allows you to pair different elements together, whilst creating a symmetrical look that is aesthetically pleasing. You could place a different pair of chairs opposite each other or mixed around the table for an effortless look.

3. Colours to consider

There are many different colours to consider when it comes to the mismatched chair trend. You can opt for a mix of different light and understated tones, or go bold with bright clashing colours for a truly eclectic look. 

An alternative option is to keep your colour scheme consistent. Consider using different chairs but within the same colour palette, opting for a mix of chairs with interesting features. This is a great way to introduce mixed silhouettes and materials, whilst creating a look that still feels intentional. 

4. Bench on One Side

Bench seating around a dining table is becoming increasingly popular and is a great way to introduce the mismatched chair trend. For a bit of uniformity, you could consider using the same style of the chair opposite the bench or even opt for contrasting chairs at the head of the table. Benches are a versatile way to vary your seating – you could even have the bench upholstered for additional comfort.

5. Match the room

Balancing mismatched chairs to your decor is a great way of maintaining a cohesive look in your dining space. This could be through colour, pattern or style, chairs that are tastefully different but all compliment the rest of the room is sure to create a unified look.

6. Wood is always a good idea

Mixing wood and upholstered chairs is a great way to create a classic look that incorporates the trend for mismatched dining chairs. Using chairs with different textiles and fabrics is a perfect way to create a bespoke look in your dining space. The neutral tones of the wood chairs let your feature chairs do all the talking, and help to create a subtle eclectic interior.

7. Colour match – Bonus

If you’re struggling to find mismatched chairs that create the look you’re going for, a great way to tap into this trend is having identical chairs but in different colours. Having the same chair but in two or three different colour ways has the same stunning effect of mismatched chairs, whilst guaranteeing it complements the space.