A good ottoman earns its place in a room by doing at least two things — providing somewhere to rest your feet and serving as a surface when you need one. The good ones look good doing both. Here are two worth considering.
Round Ottoman Pick: Round Faux Leather Ottoman
MINIMALERA PICK
Round Faux Leather Ottoman with Storage
$146.37
Round ottomans have a softening effect on a room — they break up the grid of rectangular furniture without being a statement piece. This one is faux leather, which means it wipes clean easily and holds up to daily use. The storage lid adds practical value in smaller living rooms where every piece needs to pull double duty. Place it in front of a sofa or as a standalone accent in a reading corner. At $146 it's well-priced for a piece this versatile.
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Storage Ottoman Pick: Christopher Knight Home Mission Fabric Storage Ottoman
CHRISTOPHER KNIGHT HOME
Mission Fabric Storage Ottoman, Light Grey
$145.59
Christopher Knight Home's Mission ottoman is a flagship piece for a reason — nearly 7,000 reviews and counting. The waffle-stitch grey fabric reads neutral enough to anchor almost any living room palette, and the lid lifts on pressure hinges to reveal real storage space for blankets, remotes, or books. The padded top doubles as extra seating when company shows up. At $146 it's nearly identical in price to the round leather option — the choice comes down to shape and how much storage you actually need.
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How to Choose
Round or rectangle? If your sofa is the visual anchor of the room and you want something that softens the geometry, go with the Round Faux Leather Ottoman ($146). If you want hidden storage and a classic, versatile piece that works in front of most sofas, the Christopher Knight Mission ($146) is the better fit. Both are the same price, so the decision really is about form and function.