Vanity Fair XC by Poltrona Frau: an icon of Italian design, reinterpreted for its 90th anniversary with larger proportions and timeless elegance.

Vanity Fair XC | Armchair

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The Vanity Fair XC armchair has a supporting structure made of seasoned solid beech. The padding uses both hand-shaped vegetal horsehair and rubberized horsehair, and the seat cushion is made of goose down with a polyurethane foam insert to maintain its shape over time. The seat, backrest, and armrests feature a springing system with hand-tied biconical steel springs fixed onto jute belts. A row of leather-covered tacks finishes the back and sides of the armchair. The upholstery can be in Pelle Frau® leather or fabric. A gunmetal or gold-finish plaque with the Poltrona Frau® logo is set into the back shell.

Vanity Fair XC | Armchair

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Concept and Design

The company’s most iconic product, the Vanity Fair armchair encapsulates all of the values of timeless elegance, quality materials and consummate craftsmanship that have made the Poltrona Frau brand a renowned name over the years. Officially called “model 904” but known, since 1984, as Vanity Fair, this seat has become one of the universal icons of Italian design. The project, which first went into production in 1930, has been revamped by the Poltrona Frau Style & Design Centre on the basis of designs that Renzo Frau left his wife, Savina. 

To mark the 90th anniversary of the Vanity Fair armchair, the company asked designer Roberto Lazzeroni to revisit it and adjust its proportions to make it even more comfortable and welcoming. The Vanity Fair XC pouf completes the collection. Its curved and organic lines are inspired by the armchair and reinterpret the typical hallmarks of the Art Deco style to make the object a timeless classic. It can also come in a version with practical internal storage compartment.

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Poltrona Frau, Second half of the 60. In the second half of the 1960s, Poltrona Frau created an internal structure to manage research and development. Whilst preserving the know-how of expert craftsmanship, the Centre for Research and Development experiments with new material, new building techniques and creates new forms. The highly specialised design technicians that make up the group benefit from a superbly equipped prototype laboratory, where they can give form to new ideas. Products and raw material are tested in the Analysis and Experimentation Laboratory, a very efficient structure for the fine-tuning of high-quality products conforming international norms. 

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The Vanity Fair XC Armchair by Poltrona Frau is the celebratory and reinterpreted version of the iconic Vanity Fair chair, an undisputed symbol of 20th-century Italian design. This edition, created to celebrate the ninetieth anniversary of the original chair, stands out for its exclusive details, top-quality materials, and artisanal craftsmanship that highlight its personality and collectible value.

 

Perfect for elegant living rooms, prestigious spaces, and representative environments, the Vanity Fair XC adds a touch of history and innovation, becoming the visual centerpiece of any relaxation area. Its enveloping and comfortable seat makes it ideal for reading, conversation, or simple relaxation, offering a unique sense of well-being and a highly refined aesthetic impact.

 

In professional studies, executive offices, high-end home libraries, and upscale waiting areas, this armchair immediately communicates authority, attention to detail, and a passion for designer furniture. Its striking presence, combined with the ability to customize upholstery, colors, and tailored details, makes it a bespoke piece for those who wish to stand out and enhance any space with a reinterpreted piece of history.

 

The Vanity Fair XC Armchair also fits perfectly in hotel lounges, boutiques, lobbies, and luxury hospitality areas, where Italian design culture and the pursuit of excellence become an integral part of the guest experience. The XC edition, with enhanced comfort, increases its collectible value and makes it a coveted object for collectors, enthusiasts, and investors in the design sector.

 

Even in minimalist settings, the Vanity Fair XC adds warmth, history, and narrative strength, becoming a statement piece that interacts with contemporary spaces without compromising its classic identity. It can be placed in relaxation areas, reading corners, or elegant, scenographic bedrooms, offering comfort, style, and an unmatched visual presence.

 

In summary, the Vanity Fair XC Armchair is the ideal choice for those who wish to combine comfort, history, innovation, and collectible value, in both private and high-profile public contexts, offering a furniture solution that embodies the best of Italian tradition and design research.

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Each collection of leathers or fabrics represents a different world: the color offering, the hand, the stroke, the tanning process, and the aesthetic value, make each upholstery valuable and unique