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Top 12 Styling Chairs Under $399

April 17, 2023 | Posted by Buy-Rite Beauty

Styling Chairs are a vital component in your salon, and while there’s undoubtedly a wide price range, you don’t need to break the bank to choose durable, modern styling chairs that will work well for your stylists AND provide maximum comfort for your clients.


Many of our styling chairs are available in various color choices and base options for easy customization, and for peace of mind, most are backed with a 2-year hydraulic pump warranty. With over 85 years of combined beauty industry expertise, our experts worked up a helpful list for some of the best styling chairs of 2023. We know what to look for in a professional salon chair, so our list focuses on chairs that combine quality, comfort, exceptional value, and contemporary design to give you a head start on your search for the perfect salon styling chair!

1. Zara Styling Chair

The Zara Styling Chair is quickly becoming a customer favorite for its sleek design, comfortable construction, and easy-to-clean features. This European-designed chair features a unique quilted vinyl pattern on the outside of the arms and back with vibrant gold stitching. It also has an eye-catching flat, square stainless gold base and matching gold footrest and foot pedal.

Buy-Rite Beauty Zara Styling Chair

Key Features of the Zara Styling Chair:

– European design
– Unique quilted vinyl pattern
– Vibrant gold stitching
– Eye-catching flat, square stainless gold base

Benefits of the Zara Styling Chair:

– Adds a touch of elegance to any salon
– Offers superior comfort for clients
– Easy to clean
– Durable construction
– 2-year warranty on hydraulic pump

If you are looking for a high-quality, modern styling chair option that will add a touch of elegance to your salon and also offer superior comfort for your clients all at a great price—the Zara is the one for you!

Hear what our customers have to say:

ELIESHA C. – Fabulous Chairs
Customer Rating:5/5
“These stylish chairs are so sturdy the leather and stitching are great. The gold bottoms are heavy-duty. Shipping and packaging were better than expected.”

2. Icon Styling Chair

The Icon Styling Chair  is a modern, sophisticated, and stylish addition to any salon. It is also a great value purchase because it is built to last. This square styling chair, available in 3 different vibrant color options, features padded quilted embroidery and is designed with a 2” gap between the seat and back for super easy clean-up. The Icon can be customized easily as it is compatible with multiple base styles and offers perfect design continuity for your salon with the Icon All-Purpose Chair and the Icon Backwash Unit.

Buy-Rite Beauty Icon Styling Chair

Key Features of the Icon Styling Chair:

– Modern and sophisticated design
– 3 vibrant color options
– Padded quilted embroidery
– Easy-to-clean design with a 2” gap between the seat and back
– Wide seat

Benefits of the Icon Styling Chair:

– Adds a touch of elegance to any salon
– Provides superior comfort for clients
– Built to last

Hear what our customers have to say:

MIA – Great chair for the price
Customer Rating: 5/5
“Thumbs up!”

SILVIYA – Beautiful chairs
Customer Rating: 5/5
“We love the design and the feel of the chairs. Great customer service as always.”

3. Christina Styling Chair

The Christina Styling Chair is a European-designed square salon chair that is available exclusively at Buy-Rite Beauty. This popular chair comes with a T-Bar Footrest and your choice of a flat square or flat round hydraulic pump with a 2-year warranty. It also features a sturdy steel frame and a comfortable one-piece foam cushion.

The Christina Styling Chair is a classic addition to any salon or spa. Its sleek design and comfortable features will make your clients feel pampered and relaxed. The chair is also easy to clean and maintain, so you can keep it looking its best for years to come.

Buy-Rite Beauty Christina Styling Chair

Key Features of the Christina Styling Chair:

– European design
– T-Bar Footrest
– Choice of flat square or flat round hydraulic pump with a 2-year warranty
– Can be paired with the ultra-luxurious Christina Backwash Unit

Benefits of the Christina Styling Chair:

– Elegant and modern design
– Durable and long-lasting
– Comfortable for clients
– Easy to clean

Hear what our customers have to say:

ALIDA BEAUTY SALON – Beautiful Chair!
Customer Rating: 5/5
“The material is great! Súper comfortable for clients. Easy to assemble. I just love it!”

STEPHANIE G. – Salon chairs
Customer Rating: 5/5
“I got all my items about 3 weeks ago and I got the aria dryers, Madison 42 stations, and these chairs and I can tell you there is so so much room in them for all-size clients. I would highly recommend this stuff but even more the customer service was absolutely the best!”

4. Luna Gold Styling Chair

The Luna Gold Styling Chair is quickly becoming a customer favorite due to its elegant mid-century modern styling, exceptional durability, and eye-catching brushed gold accents. This European-designed styling chair is a true standout that is sure to impress your clients with its intricate stitch pattern, exceptional comfort, and contemporary look. The distinct Luna Gold Styling Chair matches perfectly with our Luna Gold Backwash Unit to offer great design continuity across your salon!

Buy-Rite Beauty Luna Gold Styling Chair

Key Features of the Luna Gold Styling Chair:

– Classy mid-century modern design
– Durable construction with brushed gold armrests and a brushed gold stainless-steel hydraulic base
– Gold footrest and foot pedal for a luxurious salon experience

Benefits of the Luna Gold Styling Chair:

– Elevates your salon’s décor with a stylish and sophisticated touch
– Provides your clients with exceptional comfort and support
– Provides long-lasting durability with high-quality materials and construction

Hear what our customers have to say:

MARIAMA B. – Beautiful and Comfortable
Customer Rating: 5/5
“Delivery was fast and chairs were so easy to put together. My clients are so happy, the chairs are elegant and very comfortable. I will be purchasing more products for sure.”

LILIANA – Luxurious chair
Customer Rating:5/5
“The Luna chair in black and gold elevates the salon look immediately with excellent quality and comfort.”

5. Onyx Styling Chair

The Onyx Styling Chair is a modern and sophisticated addition to any salon. Its sleek design and black color scheme exude luxury and sophistication, while its durable construction can withstand the wear and tear of even the busiest salon. The chair is also comfortable for clients, with slightly rounded arms that support a natural resting posture and an inclined seat-back that provides added back support.

Buy-Rite Beauty Onyx Styling Chair

Key Features of the Onyx Styling Chair:

– Modern, sleek design
– Black color scheme for a touch of luxury
– Durable steel-frame construction
– 2-year warranty on the hydraulic pump system

Benefits of the Onyx Styling Chair:

– Enhances the décor of any salon
– Provides superior comfort for clients
– Easy to clean

Hear what our customers have to say:

MICHELLE – Love them
Customer Rating: 5/5
“These chairs are my favorite chairs. I love the look and comfort of them.”

KALEY – Love these chairs so nice and sturdy
Customer Rating: 5/5
“Great product.”

6. Chelsea Styling Chair

The Chelsea Styling Chair is a classic yet modern design that has been a popular choice for beauty industry professionals for many years. Stylists simply love the Chelsea because it is easy to assemble, has multiple base options available, and is made of durable steel construction. The 3.5” thick removable seat cushion makes cleanup between clients a breeze.

Buy-Rite Beauty Chelsea Styling Chair

Key Features of the Chelsea Styling Chair:

– Classic yet modern design
– Easy to assemble
– Multiple base options available
– Durable steel construction
– 3.5” thick removable seat cushion for easy cleaning

Benefits of the Chelsea Styling Chair:

– Enhances the décor of any salon
– Provides superior comfort for clients
– Easy to clean

Looking for design continuity? Look no further than the Chelsea, which is designed to go perfectly with the Chelsea Dryer Chair and Chelsea Backwash Unit!

Hear what our customers have to say:

HEATHER F. – Absolutely love my salon chair
Customer Rating: 5/5
“Perfect chair amazing quality.”

YNGRID – 5 stars!
Customer Rating:5/5
“Excellent!”

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7. Sylvia Styling Chair

If you’re looking for a dependable and stylish hydraulic styling chair at a more modest price point, the Sylvia Styling Chair from Buy-Rite is the perfect choice for you. This chair is built on a heavy-duty chrome steel frame for durability and features a 2-year warranty on the professional-grade hydraulic pump. It also has sleek metal arms and a T-Bar footrest for added comfort and support.

Buy-Rite Beauty Sylvia Styling Chair

Key Features of the Sylvia Styling Chair:

– Heavy-duty chrome steel frame for durability
– Accommodates up to 350 lbs.
– Extra-wide seat for clients of all shapes and sizes
– Full 360-degree swivel rotation for easy access to clients

Benefits of the Sylvia Styling Chair:

– Dependable performance at an affordable price
– Stylish design that will complement any salon décor
– Easy to clean and maintain

Check out our matching Dryer Chair that pairs perfectly with this styling chair for design continuity across your space.

8. Victoria Styling Chair

The Buy-Rite Victoria Styling Chair is another very popular entry because it is one of the most comfortable chairs we offer. With minimal assembly required, setup is quick and hassle-free. This professional chair stuns with an elegant gold metal frame matching a gold-finish base and durable steel plate. The hydraulic base is backed by a lengthy 2-year warranty.

Victoria Styling Chair is the perfect choice for salons of all sizes. Its stylish design and comfortable features will make your clients feel pampered and relaxed. The chair is also easy to clean and maintain, so you can keep it looking its best for years to come.

Buy-Rite Beauty Victoria Styling Chair

Key Features of the Victoria Styling Chair:

– Elegant gold metal frame and matching gold-finish base
– Hydraulic base with 2-year warranty
– Extra-wide, padded cushion
– Large footrest

Benefits of the Victoria Styling Chair:

– Stylish and elegant design
– Durable and long-lasting
– Easy to assemble

Hear what our customers have to say:

JANICE B. – 5 star’s
Customer Rating: 5/5
“The chair is beautiful in my salon, all my clients love it, and it sits well, so very happy with my purchase!”

KATHRYN – Great chair
Customer Rating: 5/5
“I ordered 2 of these chairs and they feel and sit amazing. Definitely will order again.”

9. Lexus Styling Chair

The Lexus Styling Chair is a modern and stylish addition to any salon. It features softly curved arms and back that provide exceptional comfort for your clients. The chair also has a plush foam cushion and a 2″ gap between the seat and back, making it easy to clean between clients.

We also offer the Lexus Backwash Unit, a long-time customer favorite, which features matching arms to the Lexus Styling chair and pairing them creates great design continuity and a polished, professional look.

Buy-Rite Beauty Lexus Styling Chair

Key Features of the Lexus Styling Chair:

– European design
– Softly curved arms and back
– Plush foam cushion
– 2” gap between the seat and back for easy cleaning

Benefits of the Lexus Styling Chair:

– Revitalizes the look of your salon
– Provides exceptional comfort for your clients
– Easy to clean and maintain

Hear what our customers have to say:

HEATHER – Just arrived and they’re fantastic
Customer Rating: 5/5
“This is day one, September 2022 & we are in love with our new chairs. How they hold up will be the next step.”

ANDREA T. – Amazing
Customer Rating:5/5
“I am thrilled with these chairs. They are extremely comfortable and my clients love them! I also loved how easy they were to put together!”

10. Echo Styling Chair

The Echo Styling Chair is a sleek and modern addition to any salon. Its scooped seat, seamless design, and floating back make it both stylish and functional. The chair also features a T-Bar footrest and a 23″ round base. For an additional cost, you can upgrade to a flat square or flat round base.

Buy-Rite Beauty Echo Styling Chair

Key Features of the Echo Styling Chair:

– Sleek and modern design
– Scooped seat with no seams
– Floating back
– T-Bar footrest
– Flat square or flat round base upgrades available (additional costs apply)

Benefits of the Echo Styling Chair:

– Adds a touch of modern sophistication to your salon
– Provides exceptional comfort for your clients
– Easy to clean and maintain
– Durable and long-lasting
– Highly rated by industry peers

Hear what our customers have to say:

J CRUZ – Echo styling chair
Customer Rating:5/5
“Perfect size. Not too bulky. Well made. Comfortable.”

SIERRA – Good
Customer Rating: 5/5
“I got 2 of these back in 2019 and I am now purchasing a 3rd to add in because I like them so much. Good quality!”

11. Obsidian Styling Chair

The Obsidian Styling Chair is a classic all-black chair with an extra-wide, thick-cushioned seating, open back, padded arms, and lower leg support cushion. This chair is designed to provide exceptional comfort for your clients. The black, smooth tufted vinyl combined with the all-black durable steel frame creates a distinct style that will elevate and enhance the look of any modern salon.

Buy-Rite Beauty Obsidian Styling Chair

Key Features of the Obsidian Styling Chair:

– Extra-wide, thick-cushioned seating
– Open back
– Padded arms
– Lower leg support cushion

Benefits of the Obsidian Styling Chair:

– Provides exceptional comfort for clients
– Stylish and elegant design
– Durable and long-lasting

Hear what our customers have to say:

BOBBI – Amazing chairs!
Customer Rating: 5/5
“These chairs exceeded expectations. They are very stylish and trendy and are super comfortable. The 2 bars where the footpiece gives extra support for your feet and clients have been in love with it. Not one complaint about them since we’ve gotten them. Def would purchase it again for sure!”

RANDA B. – Styling chair
Customer Rating: 5/5
“My clients love this chair, it is very comfortable.”

12. Shelby Styling Chair

The Shelby Styling Chair is a beautiful example of quality, value, functionality, and style. It is designed with client comfort in mind, featuring sleek rounded arms, a wide seat, and padded lumbar support. Clients of any size will enjoy the comfortable and stylish design of this chair.

Buy-Rite Beauty Shelby Styling Chair

Key Features of the Shelby Styling Chair:

– Sleek rounded arms
– Wide seat
– Padded lumbar support
– 2” gap between the back and seat for easy cleaning
– Standard round base

Benefits of the Shelby Styling Chair:

– Provides exceptional comfort for clients
– Stylish and elegant design
– Durable and long-lasting

For design continuity, we also offer the matching Shelby Backwash Unit to create a clean, professional look for your space. If you are looking for dependable performance and simple elegance, the Shelby Styling Chair is a great choice for you – call your Buy-Rite representative today and order yours!

The information in this post was updated on 11/20/2023

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