The success of Holly Hunt — both the designer and her eponymous empire of textile and furnishings showrooms — is based on instinct.
The Chicago-based Hunt trusts her own tastes, reflected in her signature lines of elegant, low-key furniture, lighting and fabrics. She also trusts her judgment about the wants of the buying public, and this savvy sensibility has allowed her to cultivate and market the work of a range of contemporary talents, from minimalists like Christian Liaigre to eccentrics like Christian Astuguevieille.
Hunt is a design world impresario — a prominent arbiter for stylish modern interiors and known foremost for fabrics, seating designs and light fixtures. Modern sophistication, attention to detail, and a desire to cultivate talented contemporary designers are at the crux of the company’s success.
Born in central Texas to schoolteacher parents, Hunt was a creative girl who made her own clothes and bickered with her mother about decor. After graduating from Texas Tech, Hunt worked as department-store buyer and costume jewelry designer before marrying and helping her husband build a multimillion dollar transport company. Her hobby was decorating their homes. After the two divorced, Hunt purchased a showroom in the Chicago Merchandise Mart in 1983. Within 10 years, she was winning applause for her understated designs, her lavish showroom parties and her eye for rising design stars. Liaigre was her first discovery. Correctly surmising that his pared-down furniture in dark wood would play well in the United States in the aftermath of the go-go ’80s, Hunt began marketing the French designer’s work in 1994.
Over the subsequent years Hunt has added a half-dozen showrooms and, following her own style barometer, has taken on other fresh talents, including glassmaker Alison Berger, French designer Christophe Pillet and couturier Ralph Rucci, making a foray into home design.
One constant over that time have been the aesthetics of Hunt’s own designs. Her fabrics — the first choice of many dealers when re-upholstering vintage seating — are understated, mixing muted colors and updates of classic patterns. Her furniture is simple and refined. As you will see on 1stDibs, the name Holly Hunt represents a sense of timelessness and sophistication.
$3,000Sale Price|53% Off
Christian Liaigre Holly Hunt Boudha Upholstered Loveseats, 2 Available
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Miami, FL
Christian Liaigre Holly Hunt Boudha Upholstered Loveseats, 2 Available Offered for sale are two Christian Liaigre custom made "Boudha" upholstered loveseats. The loveseats are pric...
Metal
Fine Pair Of Custom Upholstered Loveseats
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine pair of loveseats with simple elegance, showcasing two-seat designs with gently rounded backs, plush curved arms, and skirted aprons. Fitted with two loose cushions. Upholster...
Fabric, Wood
Pair Of Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt Club Chairs
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of lounge chairs designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt with sloop arms The high-quality craftsmanship is evident in the meticulous attention to detail, from the elegantly...
Leather, Fabric
$2,725Sale Price|50% Off
H 31 in W 35 in D 35 in
Christian Liaigre Opium Lounge Chair by Holly Hunt, 21st Century
By Christian Liaigre, HOLLY HUNT
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Fabulous lounge chair by Christian Liaigre at Holly Hunt.
Upholstery, Wood
$3,072Sale Price|33% Off
H 31 in W 61 in D 29 in
Mcguire Organic Modern Rattan Target Sette Loveseat Custom Upholstered
By McGuire
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Marked: McGuire rattan target settee and or loveseat with new custom white Sunbrella fabric for an organic modern Coastal style. Settee frame has been refinished with minimal wear along with new fabric added to the existing McGuire cushion...
Rattan, Bentwood
French Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Brown Leather & Velvet Chair
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Southampton, NJ
Christian Liaigre "Caraïbes" bergere Armchair, a mix of classic and majestic. Solid Oak construction with mixed textures upholstered in saddle stitched leather and velvet lined inter...
Leather, Velvet, Oak
Jack Lenor Larsen Styled Upholstered Mid-Century Loveseat
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Mid Century loveseat upholstered in a Jack Lenor Larsen styled fabric known for its unique designs and colors. This well-crafted loveseat was manufactured in the manner of the Henr...
Upholstery, Cane, Wood
2010s Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt Cordovan Bench, 1x Available
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Cordovan Wooden Bench, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The listed price includes one bench, and we currently have two available for purchase. Their design fea...
Steel
$6,550
H 14.5 in W 69.75 in D 15 in
Christian Liaigre Pirogue Bench or Coffee Table Holly Hunt Art Deco Style 70"L
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural "Pirogue" Model Bench, designed by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, American, circa 1990s. It is a versatile size and can be used as a bench or coffee table.
Wood
$6,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 31 in W 35 in D 34 in
Pristine Christian Liaigre Upholstered Chair and Ottoman
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
We are thrilled to present this extremely comfortable lounge chair and ottoman by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. Beautiful condition. Featuring a fantastic multi-color striped ...
Fabric
English Arm Loveseat Upholstered in 100% Natural Hemp
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing our English arm studio sofa in 100% natural hemp. Sink into the plump down-wrapped seat cushions. The soothing oatmeal color, reminiscent of natural flax linen, adds warmth to any space. Supported by white oak legs, this sofa boasts a transitional style that effortlessly blends with various decor. Upgrade your living room with our stylish and practical English Arm Loveseat...
Hemp
$3,850
H 32 in W 24.5 in D 25 in
Cyclade Slipper Chair by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt, USA 1990's
By HOLLY HUNT, Christian Liaigre
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Cyclade slipper chair designed and manufactured in the 1990's by Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. The chair has a solid wood frame with a dark walnut finish and it is upho...
Leather, Wood
$10,920Sale Price / set|35% Off
H 33 in W 35 in D 34 in
Christian Liaigre Latin Lounge Chair Set Holly Hunt, Beige Cream Green Silk 2015
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Christian Liaigre Latin Lounge Chair Set Holly Hunt, Beige Cream Green Silk 2015
Textile, Oak, Silk