Chaise your cares away - Sleek lounges are laid back

Chaise your cares away - Sleek lounges are laid back

Dallas Morning News, The (TX) (Published as The Dallas Morning News) - May 12, 2000

Author/Byline: Lisa Martin
Edition: THIRD
Section: HOUSE & GARDEN
Page: 8G

No other piece of furniture, indoor or out, exudes such old-time glamour as the elegant chaise. It's almost impossible, even in unwavering 100-degree heat, to look anything but cucumber cool while reclining on a chaise lounge (preferably with a large glass of iced tea).

On the other hand, the chaise, with its chic shapeliness, exudes a certain sexy sizzle. Whatever the material of its making - metal, rattan, wood, even plastic - this seductive item fairly commands you to strike an alluring pose.

The following chaises are among our favorites for summer 2000.Lisa Martin is a Dallas-area free-lance writer.

1. LUXURIOUS LOUNGING: Perfect for lingering poolside, Ethan Allen's Transitions Chaise, crafted of powder-coated aluminum in an antique-bronze finish, comes with an adjustable back and loose cushion. The chaise costs $800; cushions are $260 and up, depending on the fabric selection. For locations, visit www.ethanallen.com or call 1-800-228-9229.

2. (Brown and Jordan) VA-VOOM VINYL: This is vinyl seating worthy of Marilyn Monroe or earlyJane Fonda. Brown and Jordan's Streamline Chaise Lounge ($1,900) boasts an elegant elliptical profile, while the opaque tubular vinyl, which covers the piece, shimmers with brightly colored tints. The lounger enjoys a permanent repose, since the back isn't adjustable. Available through area interior designers, Sunnyland Furniture at 972-239-3716

3. (Lloyd Flanders) DOUBLE THE PLEASURE, DOUBLE THE FUN: You and a pal can cozy up in Lloyd Flanders' Double Chaise, which is covered in supple terry cloth ($1,525; Sunnyland Furniture, 972-239-3716). The tightly woven, all-weather wicker is guaranteed against cracking or peeling. Choose from a variety of pastels for the cover.

4. (The Dallas Morning News: Evans Caglage) PRINCELY PLEASURES: At $129, Kmart's Royale Sling Chaise Lounge won't make a king-sized dent in your wallet. The easy-to-assemble sling seat comes in a durable fabric. The collection's coordinating pieces include chairs, a table, and an umbrella.

5. (www.furniture.com) THAT ROCKS!: Kick back and rock away your cares in Furniture.com's Roman Arc Cypress Lounge. Made of southern cypress laminate, the $618 chaise comes with weather-resistant fabric cushions available in four colors. Available at www.furniture.com.