The Chloe Bouclé Ottoman Bed Frame, a collaboration between Dreams and the interiors experts at House Beautiful magazine. This bed frame is a sign of what happens when style meets functionality. Upholstered in a sumptuous cream bouclé fabric, it has a mid-century aesthetic that's softened by a curved, winged headboard. When I ran my hand over the bouclé, it felt properly textured and cosy, not scratchy. But let's not just dwell on the surface; there's much more to this bed frame than meets the eye so let's jump in and see what makes it great.
Design & Aesthetics
Let's start with the obvious, the Chloe Bouclé Ottoman Bed Frame is a visual treat. The cream bouclé fabric is not just a tactile delight but also offers a deceptively durable finish. The walnut-stain wooden plinth adds a touch of elegance, making it a versatile piece that could fit into various interior design themes while the curved winged headboard featuring chic piping detail is the cherry on top, adding a layer of sophistication. Sitting up against the headboard, it felt nicely padded and supportive rather than hard. The whole ensemble works particularly well but the limited colour options might prove somewhat limiting in different room designs.
Storage Capabilities
Ottomans are increasingly popular for a reason, quite simply lift the end of this bed frame, and voila, you have a spacious storage area with an internal depth of over 26cm. A convenient support bar ensures the bed stays raised while you're accessing your stored items. It's a well-thought-out design that maximises utility without compromising on style. When I lifted the base, it felt steady and the support bar held it up without any wobble. We have found other deeper storage options from the retailer in the past, but this feels like a reasonable compromise on both style and substance that works well enough for the occasional piece of bedding that would need to be tucked away.
What Real Customers Thought
Owners mostly praise the looks, with one calling it "Gorgeous. Really nice fabric and design, very sturdy and lots of storage." The build gets credit too, with another owner writing "It’s stylish, solid, and very clearly top quality." The ottoman space is a regular highlight, and one owner said it "swallowed up all our spare bedding" after downsizing to a flat.
The complaints are fewer but specific. A small number of owners reported the base buckling after several months, one writing that "the bed base has already buckled near to the head end and is now sagging". A few found the ottoman very heavy to lift, and one said it "gets stuck every time we close the bed". Assembly can run long as well: one owner said it "took probably double" the time the instructions give, while another found the curvy headboard takes up a bit of extra space in a medium-sized room, so measure your room before you order.
Suitability & Personal Thoughts
The bed frame's large weight limit makes it suitable for heavier individuals, a feature often overlooked in many bed frames but fairly important once you consider the heavy weight of some mattress paired with a couple of people. Ultimately this product is fairly well priced, but that might still be out of reach for some people on a budget. This could therefore prove to be a barrier for many, especially those on a budget. Also, the lack of fabric and colour options might not suit some room designs as mentioned previously.
Final Thoughts
The House Beautiful Chloe Bouclé Ottoman Bed Frame is a premium product that offers a blend of aesthetic appeal and practical utility. It's a bed frame that promises, and delivers, on multiple fronts. However, its premium price and limited customisation options might not make it a universal fit. But if you're looking for a bed frame that makes a statement while solving your storage woes, this could very well be your dream come true.
