I Tried the All-New Lovesac PillowSac Accent Chair, and Here’s My Honest Review

LoveSac, the brand behind the coveted sectional sofas and pillow chairs, recently launched a new accent chair with the comfort of the classic Sacs. What’s different about the new accent chair? It sits on a stylish wooden frame, providing more support and an elegant look and feel.

We tested and reviewed the LoveSac Sactional, and we loved it. Senior Shopping Editor Katie Bandurski said it would be the last couch she’d ever own. Naturally, when we heard LoveSac was launching a new accent chair, we wanted to be among the first to test it. So, we had the LoveSac PillowSac Accent Chair sent to our house, assembled it and tested it!

Below is everything you need to know about the new chair—seriously, we spared no details.

What is the PillowSac Accent Chair?

The PillowSac Accent Chair is a new, customizable chair from LoveSac. It has the cloud-like feel of the original Sacs but with an added durable oak frame, thick straps, and stylish hardware to hold the PillowSac in place. It’s fully customizable, too. You can choose between tan or black base straps and brass, gunmetal or black hardware. Plus, there are more than 200 fabric options for the PillowSac cover, and more than 150 of those are machine washable.

Not sure if you’re interested yet? The chair’s frame has a lifetime warranty and a 60-day home trial period, so you can decide if it’s right for you without pressure.

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PillowSac Accent Chair Product Features

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The PillowSac Accent Chair Frame is made of durable Oak wood and weighs 32.5 pounds. The wood frame connects with twistable screws that are made for both style and function. The thick straps that serve as the chair’s base hold up to 350 pounds. The square-shaped PillowSac, which fits two people, is the one recommended for the new frame.

Sacs are made with repurposed foam (no beans or beads), which is great if you plan on putting it in a child’s room or play space. The repurposed foam is intended to reduce environmental impact while providing super-soft, cloud-like comfort.

There are many cover fabrics to choose from. I was hoping for the Dove Channeled Phur, but the Light Chantilly Luxe Chenille could ship faster when I ordered the chair. I’ll explain later why I think one of the “phur” fabrics would have been a better choice. Additionally, there are many LoveSac accessories for the new chair, including matching Squattomans, FootSac blankets and more.

How We Tested It

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The LoveSac PillowSac Accent Chair arrived at my front door in three separate parts: the PillowSac, the frame and the cover. They all arrived on different days, too. Once all the parts arrived, I assembled the chair (which took about 30 minutes or so). The assembly was very straightforward and easy—no tools were necessary! All I had to do was connect four pieces of the frame with twist screws, attach the straps (which Velcro in place) and place the Sac on top of the frame. The final step actually took the longest; it involved fluffing the Sac and putting the cover on.

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I will say I found it difficult to fluff the PillowSac and get it looking right. Initially, it almost looked too big and too full for the frame. The PillowSac Accent Chair definitely has an oversized look, but it looked less like a chair and more like a giant pillow (hence the name, I guess). The more I sat in the chair, and it molded to my shape, the more it looked like a chair and less like a pillow. However, I’m still a bit shocked by the appearance of the Sac after assembly. I do think a phur cover would look better. I don’t love the overall appearance of the light chantilly luxe chenille fabric. Plus, it’s not machine washable, so I worry about how the cover material will hold up over time without being washed thoroughly.

The chair’s frame is stunning and feels like it’s made of high-quality materials. The Sac, while clumsy to work with, is super comfortable. Its inner foam stuffing feels like sinking into a foam mattress topper, and the seat is big enough to hold two small adults, an adult and child or an adult and pet. I liked snuggling in with my daughter or sprawling out by myself with a good book.

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I would recommend putting the chair in a kid’s room or basement area. I personally like a more refined look for the living room, but this chair is uber comfortable and would be great for reading, lounging and enjoying movie night with the family.

Why You Should Trust Us

Shopping Editor Mary Henn is an expert product tester at Family Handyman. She has tested hundreds of products, including countless furniture pieces and home items. Mary has extensive experience testing the best sectional sofas, mattresses and more. When testing furniture, she looks at overall style, quality, comfort and value. For this piece, she assembled and tested the LoveSac PillowSac Accent Chair in her own home, so you’ll know how it looks and performs in yours.

FAQ

What is the difference between a lounge chair and an accent chair?

Lounge chairs are typically designed for comfort, while accent chairs draw the eye in and act as focal points. That said, the LoveSac Accent Chair is probably more of a lounge chair. It is made for comfort, and LoveSac offers accessories like a footrest to make it even cozier.

How do you coordinate an accent chair with a couch?

If you’re trying to pick a cover fabric that will match your existing couch, don’t try to match it perfectly. Rather, choose a different fabric in a contrasting color for a more effortless look.

What Others Have to Say

With nearly 4,000 customer reviews and a 4.7-star rating on LoveSac, the PillowSac is touted as comfortable, large, kid-friendly and durable. Many reviewers purchased the new LoveSac frame separately from their existing Sacs, which have lasted for many years. Most reviews citing the new frame say it elevates the look and comfort of the traditional LoveSac cushions. Additionally, reviewers say assembly is quick and easy—and we agree!

PillowSac with Accent Chair Frame vs. Without

There are five different PillowSac sizes, with the largest holding up to four people. The PillowSac is best suited for the Accent Chair Frame, which you can purchase with the Sac you choose. Without the frame, your Sac will sit on the floor and look much like a beanbag chair—but without beads, as LoveSac uses recycled foam filling. Sitting the Sac alone on the floor might be ideal for kids’ rooms, basements and rec rooms, but the frame gives it a more refined look for common space where you might host guests frequently.

If you already have a PillowSac, you can purchase the PillowSac Accent Chair Frame separately to elevate your Sac.

Final Verdict

I found the LoveSac PillowSac Accent Chair incredibly easy to assemble and very comfortable. I love curling up in the oversized chair with my morning coffee and a good book. The one issue I had with the chair was getting it to look neat and tidy after assembly, so I recommend it for a basement or playroom.

However, I did notice that the more I sat in the chair, the more it began to mold to my shape and look like the pictures online. Overall, it is very well-made, and if you love the feel of the PillowSac, you’ll likely love the Accent Chair Frame, too.

 Where to Buy the PillowSac Accent Chair

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You can shop the PillowSac Accent Chair Frame at LoveSac for $675; if you want to bundle the PillowSac with the frame, it’ll cost you around $1,300, depending on which materials you choose.