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Remember back in October when I asked you to help me choose the perfect chaise lounge? Well, ixnay the chaise lounge because my space isn't large enough to accommodate such a healthy piece of furniture. I'm back to the drawing board, this time searching out a smaller, more modest accent chair. I spent the weekend searching both online and in store, and so far these three chairs are still in the running.

• Madison Accent Chair ($439.99 for 2, Costco): This accent chair has a traditional shape with a contemporary twist. The nailhead trim and tufted back speak of the chair's quality, and the chenille fabric (which comes in either black and taupe damask or grey and blue damask) draws the eye in. The frame and the legs of this chair are done in birchwood, and that looks fantastic balanced with the plush, printed chenille. The bonus with this set from Costco is that while I'd use one chair in my bedroom now, having 2 makes for versatility in the future, as these chairs could be used in a sitting room or at either end of a long dining table.
• Emilia Zebra Accent Chair ($189.99, Costco): Talk about stylish! This zebra printed accent chair would certainly make a statement no matter where in the house it's located. The lines and shape of the chair are clean, allowing the zebra print to take the spotlight. I love the piping along the edges of the chair. A hardwood frame and walnut-finished wood legs make this a piece of furniture that you'll keep for ages.
• J R Home Collection Mircofibre Armless Accent Chair ($99, Home Depot): Shaped more like Costco's Emilia chair, this armless accent chair at Home Depot is the most affordable of the trio we've looked at today. While I'm not usually crazy over mircrofibre, I do love the way this simple chair is upholstered. With piping along every edge, and a matching lumbar cushion, this J R Home Collection chair will give you good value for your dollar (a bonus for those on a budget). Like the other two chairs from Costco, this accent chair features dark wood legs and a solid frame.