Vintage Sofa Company Kensington Wing Chair in Moreland Harris Tweed Fabric
Vintage Sofa Company Kensington Wing Chair in Moreland Harris Tweed Fabric
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Key Details
- Seats: 1 People
- Assembly Required: Yes
- Material: Fabric / Wood
- Guarantee: 10 Years
- Brand: Vintage Sofa Company

Product Information
Description
Not every wing chair needs to feel stiff or overly formal. In this finish, the Kensington has a more grounded, composed look, with Moreland Harris Tweed softening the structure while still showing off the depth of the buttoned back. The charcoal tone keeps the shape calm and grounded, which suits the scale of the chair well and makes the tan leather panels stand out more clearly across the wings and arms.
That contrast is one of the most distinctive parts of the design. The leather brings warmth to the outline and gives the wings and scrolled arms more emphasis, while the tweed keeps the body of the chair textured and restrained. Brass stud detailing adds another layer of definition without pushing the chair into anything too ornate. The result feels heritage-led, but still easy to place.
Its proportions are part of the appeal too. The high back and wings give the chair a more protective, supportive feel than a lower occasional chair, while the generous seat keeps it comfortable enough for longer sits. Dark wooden legs help anchor the design and add a firmer finish underneath the upholstery, which stops the chair from looking top-heavy.
This is the sort of piece that works best when given room to be noticed. It suits living rooms, studies and bedrooms where a stronger armchair can add structure, texture and a more established feel. Alongside wood furniture, wool rugs, muted walls and warmer metal finishes, it looks especially convincing.
Dimensions
Height: 114cm
Width: 88cm
Depth: 88cm
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sizes within 5 mm (± allowable tolerance)
Specifications
SKU: 2500071761735
Product Code: 2500071761735
Number of Seats: 1 People
Assembly Required: Yes
Material: Fabric / Wood
Weight:
Guarantee: 10 Years
Brand: Vintage Sofa Company
Manufacturer: Vintage Sofa Company
Care Information
For more information on how to care for products from Vintage Sofa Company, please view our Carlton & Vintage Care and Maintenance page.
Delivery Policy
e-Vouchers do not incur any delivery charges and free delivery will be automatically applied to all e-Vouchers at checkout.
Standard Delivery Service
FREE for orders over £300 to mainland UK*
£24.99 for furniture orders under £300 to mainland UK*
Kerbside delivery only, usually pallet delivery
Gallery Deliveries
£9.95 for small accessories to mainland UK*
£14.95 for medium accessories to mainland UK*
£19.95 for large accessories to mainland UK*
£69.95 for large or heavy items to mainland UK*
Gallery shipping is based on the size and weight of each item and the shipping cost is calculated at checkout
Time frame: approximately 7-10 working days
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Key information
We will always book in a delivery with you. We will contact you either by email or phone once we have organised the delivery and prepared your items, this may take a few days. The delivery time frame is approximately 7-10 working days.
Our standard delivery service will be kerbside delivery only. You will be responsible for the handling of products onto your property and the disposal of any waste. Your order will be dispatched via one of the following delivery methods:
Pallet couriers
The pallet couriers are not insured to bring the goods onto your property/ driveway. You will receive email confirmation & tracking information from us once your order has been collected, then within a few days the pallet courier will contact you directly to discuss a delivery slot once it’s reached your local depot. Please be advised that pallets are usually transported in 18-tonne wagons.
Luton Van courier
This will either be a 1 or 2 man delivery team. We will contact you directly via text or email to book this in a few days in advance. You will receive a 3-4 hour time slot and the couriers will call 30 mins prior to delivery with a more precise time.
Small parcel couriers (e.g. DPD)
You will receive a text directly from the courier to let you know what day and time your order will be delivered.
Please keep an eye out for texts, calls or emails from unknown contacts as this will likely be us or one of our couriers trying to book in delivery.
Please write any special delivery instructions in the notes at checkout. If you have any queries, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
*Excluding AB, DD, DG, EH, FK, G, HS, IV, KA, KW, KY, ML, PA, PH, PO, TD, ZE. postcode districts. Orders going to these postcode districts will have delivery charged at £60. **The above excluded postcode districts are also exempt from the White Glove Delivery Service, despite them being available at checkout. Please do not select this option. If you would like to enquire about White Glove in these areas, please call to discuss. It is likely to have a higher charge or may unavailable.
FAQ's
How does Moreland Harris Tweed change the look of the Kensington Wing Chair?
It gives the chair a quieter, more grounded look than a lighter fabric would. The charcoal tone softens the form slightly, so the buttoning, wings and leather panels feel rich and structured rather than overly decorative.
Does the tan leather make this chair feel more formal?
It adds definition and warmth, but not in a cold or rigid way. Against the darker tweed, the leather lifts the shape of the wings and arms and gives the chair more contrast, which makes it feel more considered rather than simply more formal.
Is this better suited to reading than a standard armchair?
Yes, for many people it will be. The high back, winged sides and deeper structure give it a more enclosed, supportive feel than a lower armchair, which makes it especially well suited to reading or longer, more settled sitting.
How strong is the buttoned-back look in this darker finish?
It is noticeable, but the tweed keeps it under control. In a smoother or brighter upholstery, deep buttoning can dominate more easily. Here, the woven fabric softens the effect, so the detail feels classic and textured rather than too sharp.
What do the brass studs add to the overall design?
They outline the leather sections and sharpen the shape of the chair. Without them, the contrast between tweed and leather would feel softer. The studs give the chair more definition and a stronger heritage edge.
Would this work better in a traditional room or a more updated interior?
It can work in both. In a traditional setting it sits naturally with wood furniture and deeper tones. In a more updated room, it can act as the piece that adds age, texture and a little more structure, especially if the rest of the scheme is simpler.
How does this compare with a full leather wing chair?
It feels softer and a little less imposing. A full leather wing chair often reads more club-like and formal, while the combination of tweed and leather here gives the same heritage outline with a gentler, more lived-in feel.
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