I think you can splurge on a prominent head-of-the-table chair, and then collect comfortable, more affordable dining chairs with time; as Stacey London once taught us all on What Not to Wear ...

Case in point: The green velveteen chairs below you there. I would never, ever guess that each chair works out to just $46.50 or that a four-piece set could upgrade my breakfast table for $186 ...

COME DINE WITH ME I scoured the internet for the cheapest dining room table & chair set – I bagged one for £71 on Temu & I’m impressed A similar set will set you back more than £600 elsewhere ...

You'll find a wide variety of affordable dining tables, with options starting as little as $100. But, pay close attention to the construction and materials to make sure they suit your style.