Vitra holds the European licence for the Eames designs — which is why an authentic Eames Lounge Chair runs to roughly €7,000–9,000. If that is out of range, here is what a serious Vitra alternative actually looks like.
What you are really paying for
Most of a Vitra price tag is licensing, brand and dealer margin. The physical components — leather, moulded plywood, cast aluminium — cost a fraction of that. A good reproduction spends the money on materials instead.
The comparison
| Piece | Vitra (approx.) | Decomica |
|---|---|---|
| Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman | €7,000–9,000 | €895 |
| EA217 office chair | €2,500–3,200 | €339 |
| EA219 high back | €2,900–3,600 | €344 |
What we do not compromise on
- Full-grain leather, not PU or bonded leather.
- 7-layer moulded plywood with real rosewood or walnut veneer.
- Cast aluminium bases, polished — not chromed plastic.
- Correct dimensions: lounge chair 87 × 85 × 84 cm, seat height 42 cm.
Shop the alternatives
Eames Lounge Chair & Ottoman — €895
EA217 Soft Pad office chair — €339
See all Eames office chair reproductions →
Browse the lounge chair collection →
Why buy from Decomica
- Free shipping across the EU and UK.
- 2-year warranty on every piece.
- 14-day returns, no questions asked.
- Real materials: full-grain leather, moulded plywood with genuine veneer, polished stainless steel.
Decomica sells inspired reproductions. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or an authorised dealer for any of the brands named on this page. Brand and designer names are used descriptively to identify the design each piece is inspired by.
