Moooi Kisss Lounge Chair

The Moooi Kisss Lounge Chair is Marcel Wanders' playful take on Salvador Dalí's famous Mae West Lips Sofa, except he made it way more practical for actual living. The lip-shaped silhouette is pretty unmistakable - curvy and bold in that way where you know it's going to be a conversation starter the second someone walks into the room. What makes it different from just being a sculptural piece you're scared to sit on is the connectable bracket system tucked into the back. You can link multiple chairs together in whatever configuration your space needs - straight line for a hallway, U-shape around a coffee table, even a full circle if you're feeling ambitious. The upholstery is Kvadrat Divina 3 wool, which is that high-quality fabric that actually holds up to regular use instead of pilling or looking worn out after six months.

The iconic red version ships immediately if you want that classic lip color, but there's a whole range of other shades if red furniture feels like too much commitment for your space. The dimensions work well for most rooms - it's substantial enough to make a statement but not so oversized that you're rearranging your entire layout around it. The seat height sits at a comfortable level for lounging without that awkward too-low situation where you need help getting back up. What's smart about the modular design is how it scales - one chair works perfectly as a standalone accent piece, but you can always add more later if your space or needs change without the whole setup looking mismatched or like an afterthought.

Moooi operates out of the Netherlands with Marcel Wanders as co-founder and artistic director, which explains why their catalog leans heavily into designs that blur the line between functional furniture and art installations. Wanders has this whole philosophy about creating "an environment of love" through design, which sounds cheesy until you actually experience pieces like the Kisss that manage to be whimsical without sacrificing comfort or usability. The brand works with designers who push boundaries on what's manufacturable while still producing furniture that people actually want to live with daily rather than just admire from a distance in a showroom.