I moved into my new home a few months ago—and alongside *a lot* of boxes, I brought some big dreams of turning it into a chic and cozy sanctuary for myself and my husband. The only problem? My budget doesn’t quite match my Pinterest boards. Every piece of furniture or decor I found seemed to come with a is-this-made-of-gold? price tag.

So instead of trying to tackle all our square footage, I struck a deal with my internal interior decorator. With our previous furniture taking up the majority of our bedroom and living room, I gave myself permission to let my design ideas shine in new spaces. I got fixated on an accent chair, and began scouring every store, website, and Facebook-marketplace posting for a cozy option that could pull our guest room together without draining my bank account. But after endless misses—things looked okay online, but were flimsy in person or totally uncomfortable—I was about to put the project on the back burner.

And then I found the one: The Thomasville Mokena Fabric Accent Chair from Costco checked every one of my boxes, from clean lines, to plush cushioning, to a designer vibe that reads high-end without the hefty price tag. It’s the ideal balance of chic and comfy, and honestly, it’s the best upgrade I’ve made to my home so far.

Mokena Fabric Accent Chair — $450.00

From the moment the chair arrived, I knew it was exactly what I was looking for—and it certainly doesn’t hurt that ordering from Costco includes delivery, setup, and packaging removal. After a quick unwrap, it didn’t take long to notice its quality. The solid wood base gives it a sturdy, well-made feel, and the velvet fabric is soft yet durable. The green color is even more vibrant and rich than it looks online, which I love—it’s an equally modern and warm aesthetic, totally aligning with the vision I had for the guest room (and the rest of our house, TBH). For such an affordable accent chair, it really does give designer energy.

The guest room has a red-tiled floor and an exposed brick wall—and in my mind’s eye, the pop of green and wood accents on my new chair would complement those colors beautifully. I must say, I was right. (Um, is there an interior-design career in my future?)

With the chair in place, I pulled myself away from admiring how it tied the room together for the ultimate test—comfort. Spoiler: It passed. My new seating is incredibly plush, and (bonus) it comes with a reversible back cushion for extra support. After snuggling up in it, I began to wonder if I’d made a mistake relegating it to the guest room. So naturally, I turned it into a comfy lounge spot for my own personal use when guests aren’t in town.

I’ve styled the chair with a sleek gold floor lamp and small cocktail table, transforming it into the ultimate reading nook. The gold accents of the lamp pair well with the chair’s warm tones, and the table is the ideal size to keep a cup of coffee (and a good book) within arm’s reach. Cozy corner, activated.

Suffice it to say I’m head-over-heels for my new accent chair, and I’m one step closer to achieving my home-sanctuary goals. From the craftsmanship to the comfort, I know this piece will be a fixture in our home for years (luckily, it’s too substantial for impressed guests to sneak away with). In short: Thomasville knows what it’s doing, and the next time I need new furniture, Costco will be my first stop. Designer vibes at affordable prices—what’s not to love?

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