Keep your ballerina dreams alive with this quirky chair. Popularized in France, it was originally found at a shop in Paris’s 7th arrondissement that was owned by a friend of Picasso’s—so you'll be in great company every time you glance its way.

Bold and playful, this chair was designed in the early '80s by the provocative design group Memphis. Known for mixing historical styles as well as materials, the designers caused a stir—and the chair still does.

With the stress of the U.S. economy and global conflicts, a return to the womb sometimes seems tempting. But a retreat to the womb chair is more practical: The iconic Scandinavian design features extra back cushioning.

Part of the configuration of polished chrome and black leather that defines the Le Corbusier series, this chair will make it easier for you to swivel in style, around either your dining-room table or your office desk.

All of Ron Arad's designs appear to be moving, and these sculptural, almost sparse chairs are no exception. Designed for Moroso of Italy, they're trendier than ever.

First presented at the 2003 Milan Furniture Fair, these chairs were designed for a Paris restaurant. But you can do some ordering of your own now: The Kong comes with or without armrests and in either brushed or polished aluminum.

Have your mink and sit on it too, knowing that the fur has been salvaged from its previous incarnations. This unusual shape manages to be classic and funky at the same time.

If you want some seaside decor but don't go for seashell displays, the sea-anemone chair could be for you. Made of PVC and stainless steel, it can also scratch your industrial-chic itch.

A Louis XV–style chair that can go out on the patio … ah, the anachronistic thrill. These transparent chairs will work in any room thanks to their classic lines. But because of their polycarbonate construction, they're resistant to inclement weather too.

With its architectural influences, this sleek wooden beauty is so not your granny's rocking chair. Designed by the buzzed-about Blu Dot group in Minneapolis, this retro-looking chair swivels as well as it rocks.

Tokujin Yoshioka's work can be seen at MoMA in New York and the Pompidou in Paris—and in your living room, of course. This indoor-outdoor collection has gotten rave reviews for being comfortable despite its molded look, which was shaped by an actual body imprint.

It's a lamp … it's a chaise … it's a chair, lighting up your room. These trendy, illuminating, puffy pieces by Mario Bellini have been called "ravioli made of air," but edible is something they are not.