Take a seat-- preferably on one of these iconic brass bar stools by Designs for Leisure, the go-to source for ultra-luxe seating throughout the 1980s and '90s. Beloved by the interi...

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1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Designs for Leisure

Materials

Brass

Rare Set Of Six Post Modern Era Style Design For Leisure Dining Chairs

$12,500 / set

H 27.75 in W 18.25 in D 21 in

Rare Set Of Six Post Modern Era Style Design For Leisure Dining Chairs

By Designs for Leisure

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Design For Leisure produced not only outstanding quality in the manufacture of their furniture, but truly Luxe styling with a focus on comfort. This set of six Dining Chairs have ...

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20th Century American Post-Modern Designs for Leisure

Materials

Metal

Design for Leisure Art Deco Revival Low Counter Swivel Stools - Set of Four

$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 28.25 in W 18 in D 21.5 in

Design for Leisure Art Deco Revival Low Counter Swivel Stools - Set of Four

By Designs for Leisure

Located in Miami, FL

Set of four Design for Leisure low counter stools with ultra suede fabric on steel frame bases. The swivel seat returns to original position for a consistent look when not being use...

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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Designs for Leisure

Materials

Steel

Pair of Designs for Leisure Fluted Column Leather Upholstered Swivel Bar Stools

$6,500

H 32 in W 18.5 in D 22 in

Pair of Designs for Leisure Fluted Column Leather Upholstered Swivel Bar Stools

By Designs for Leisure

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Designs for Leisure Fluted Column Leather Upholstered Swivel Bar Stools

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Designs for Leisure

Materials

Brass

Pair of Designs for Leisure Fluted Column Floral Upholstered Swivel Bar Stools

$17,000 / set

H 34 in W 19 in D 22 in

Pair of Designs for Leisure Fluted Column Floral Upholstered Swivel Bar Stools

By Designs for Leisure

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Mid-Century American brass swivel bar stools upholstered in a faint mauve-striped floral fabric with low curved backrest, a thick fluted column base plus pierced foot ring. (...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Designs for Leisure

Materials

Brass

Set of 4 Designs for Leisure White Faux Snakeskin Column Base Bar Stools

$28,000 / set

H 34.5 in W 21.5 in D 22 in

Set of 4 Designs for Leisure White Faux Snakeskin Column Base Bar Stools

By Designs for Leisure

Located in Queens, NY

SET of 4 American Mid-Century bar stools with off-white faux snakeskin upholstered seats with low backs and angled sides, resting on beige painted fluted columns with tiered square b...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Designs for Leisure

Materials

Animal Skin

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Designs for Leisure Sale Prices

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Sold Price

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Material

Creation Year

2025

$7,040

Stools

Brass, Stainless Steel, Bouclé, Chrome

circa 1980s

$7,040

Average sold price of items in the past 12 months

$7,040-$7,040

Sold price range of items in the past 12 months

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Designs For Leisure furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Designs for Leisure furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Designs for Leisure furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Designs for Leisure were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the late 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Charles B. Cobb, Peter Danko, and Yale Burge. Prices for Designs for Leisure furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,500 and can go as high as $8,800, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,000.

Questions About Designs for Leisure

What is the difference between fashion design and costume design?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
The difference between fashion design and costume design is the end goal of the design process. Fashion design is the term for creating apparel, accessories, bags, shoes and jewelry intended for people to wear in their everyday lives for casual, work and special occasions. Costume design focuses on creating similar items for performers to wear during theatrical and other stage productions, television shows and films. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of apparel and accessories.
Who have been the designers for Balenciaga?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Many people have been designers for Balenciaga since the fashion house's founding in 1919. The brand's first designer was Cristóbal Balenciaga, who led Balenciaga until 1968. Other designers who have contributed to the company's success include Michel Goma, Josephus Thimister, Nicolas Ghesquière, Alexander Wang and Demna Gvasalia. Shop a variety of Balenciaga apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
What is Eastlake design?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Eastlake is a design movement started by architect Charles Eastlake. It is considered part of the late Victorian-era and features geometric shapes and curves in furniture, a nod towards modernism. You can shop a collection of Eastlake furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who is Balmain's designer?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 18, 2024
Balmain’s designer is Olivier Rousteing, the iconic French couture house’s current creative director. Rousteing is an alum of Roberto Cavalli. He was installed as Balmain’s creative director in 2011. Shop vintage Balmain clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
Who is Balenciaga the designer?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 19, 2024
Cristóbal Balenciaga was a revolutionary Spanish designer who founded the revered haute couture house Balenciaga. He opened several boutiques in Spain before moving to Paris in 1937 (he lived and worked in the French capital for three decades). He retired in 1968. In 1986, Jacques Bogart SA acquired the rights to Balenciaga, and Kering purchased the brand in 2001.

Balenciaga's creative director is Demna Gvasalia. He was appointed to the role in 2015 and succeeded Alexander Wang. Shop a collection of Balenciaga from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who designs Gucci?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
At Gucci, the creative director primarily designs the fashions and accessories. Alessandro Michele took on the role of creative director for Gucci in 2015. Previous Gucci creative directors include founder Guccio Gucci, Tom Ford and Frida Giannini. Shop a curated collection of Gucci apparel on 1stDibs.
Who were Gucci's designers?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
Many well-known names in fashion were once designers at Gucci. The original designer for the Italian luxury fashion house was Guccio Gucci. His sons Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo began designing for Gucci during the 1940s, ’50s and ’60s. Other designers who have worked at Gucci include Tom Ford, Alessandra Facchinetti, Frida Giannini, Alessandro Michele and Sabato De Sarno. Shop a wide range of Gucci apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
Who is the designer of Libertine?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Johnson Hartig is the designer for the luxury fashion brand. The American designer co-founded the label in 2001 and serves as the company's CEO as of January 2020. You'll find a range of Libertine apparel from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs
Who is the Missoni designer?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Angela Missoni is currently the president as well as the creative director of Missoni. She is the daughter of the founders, Ottavio and Rosita Missoni. She has headed up the company since 1998. Browse a collection of beautiful Missoni pieces from top boutiques worldwide on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a dress designer and a fashion designer?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a dress designer and a fashion designer is what these design professionals create. A dress designer is someone who specifically creates custom dresses. Fashion designers may also design dresses, as well as many other types of clothing and accessories, such as blouses, suits, skirts, trousers, jeans, handbags and shoes. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of apparel and accessories.
Who is the designer of Chanel?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024
The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.

In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.

Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.

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What is a filigree design?
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A filigree design is an intricate design made of thin pliable threads of precious metal like gold, silver, platinum and sometimes even metals like copper, by twisting and turning the metal into curls, twists or turns. Filigree designs can be inset with precious stones like diamonds, rubies, coral and others. A wide range of necklaces, rings, bracelets, in antique, vintage, and contemporary filigree designs set with precious stones can be sourced on 1stDibs.
What does an interior designer do?
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An interior designer's job is to make interior spaces functional and well as beautiful. Interior designers accomplish these goals by selecting both essential and decorative items to fill and complement the space. By drawing, reading, and editing blueprints as well as selecting the proper colors, furnishings and materials, they bring life to a space.
What does an industrial designer do?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
An industrial designer plays an important role in the production of manufactured products. They come up with concepts and create drawings and schematics that manufacturers use as guides when making everything from cars to furniture to housewares. Typically, they earn college degrees in fine arts, architecture, industrial design or engineering prior to working in the field. Some well-known industrial designers include Philippe Starck, Dieter Rams, Marcel Breuer and Charles and Ray Eames. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of furniture and decorative objects.
What is an İznik design?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Of Turkish origin, İznik refers to a type of pottery that was decorated with intricate designs depicting colors inspired by semi-precious stones such as lapis lazuli and malachite. Designs were largely made using quartz or quartzite. You can shop a selection of İznik designs from some of the world’s sellers on 1stDibs.
What does a fashion designer do?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
Fashion designers create apparel, bags, shoes and accessories. Their work begins with sketches that show how the pieces will look. After they make illustrations, they produce patterns and select the fabrics and other materials that will go into producing the finished items. Designers also help to oversee the manufacturing process to ensure that garments and accessories reflect their visions. Shop a large collection of apparel, shoes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
What is a furniture designer?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
A furniture designer is a professional who creates furniture. They begin with a concept and then produce sketches to capture their vision. Then, they create more detailed schematics that can be used to manufacture furniture. Some well-known furniture designers include Alvar Aalto, Charles and Ray Eames, Paul Frankl, Milo Baughman, Gio Ponti, Le Corbsuier, Ettore Sottsass, Paul Evans, Jules Leleu, Poul Kjærholm, George Nakashima, Eero Saarinen, Frank Lloyd Wright and Hans J. Wegner. Explore a large selection of furniture on 1stDibs.
What is Scandinavian design?
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Scandinavian design, associated with the countries of Northern Europe, is characterized by simplicity, functionality and beauty,
What is sustainable design?
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Sustainable design is the concept and philosophy behind the inception of abolishing negative environmental impact entirely via skilfully sensitive design initiatives. It is also referred to as environmentally sustainable design or environmentally conscious design.
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A designer purse is a handbag that a specific fashion designer or luxury brand produces. Generally, the term “purse” refers to a smaller handbag, but some people apply it to bags of all sizes. Designer purses are traditionally characterized by exquisite craftsmanship and the integration of superior materials (they’re durable and made to last). Examples of designer purse brands include Chanel, Hermès, Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Prada. Shop a diverse assortment of bags on 1stDibs.