Every home has that one gap, the awkward corner, the reading nook with nothing to sit in, the space beside the sofa that's just… empty. The Malika Occasional Chair was made for exactly that spot.
Part of Zorora's Signature Collection, Malika is a retro-inspired accent chair designed for people who want their home to feel curated, not cluttered. It's the kind of piece that gets noticed the moment someone walks in, but never feels like it's trying too hard.
What Makes the Malika Occasional Chair Different
Malika takes its cues from mid-century design and updates them for modern South African homes. A few details set it apart:
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Gently tilted backrest, angled for genuine lounging, not just perching
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Angled armrests, designed to encourage a relaxed, sink-in posture
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Elegant single top-stitching, a subtle tailored detail that traces the chair's silhouette
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Plush cushions, add softness and invite you to actually use the chair, not just look at it
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Sturdy birch base, gives the chair its signature tilted, retro stance while keeping it structurally solid
Underneath the style, Malika is built to last: an OSB plywood frame reinforced with solid pine supports, a webbed seat structure for even support, reversible classic-firm seat cushions, and polyfibre-filled back cushions for that "sink-in" softness.
Who Malika Is For?
Malika suits homes where personality matters as much as comfort. It works beautifully as:
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An accent chair beside a sofa or in a living room corner
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A statement reading chair in a bedroom or study
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A conversation-starting seat in an entryway or open-plan space
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A finishing touch for both contemporary interiors and vintage-inspired homes
Whether your space leans modern minimalist or warm and eclectic, Malika's mid-century shape adapts without overpowering the room.
Fabric Options
Online, Malika is available in our Slouch fabric, a soft, inviting texture that suits the chair's relaxed, retro character. Want access to our full range, including Textured, Smooth, and FibreGuard options? Our in-store teams at any Zorora showroom can help you explore these additional fabrics and match Malika to your exact palette. As with all Zorora pieces, fabric availability rotates seasonally, including limited-edition options, so it's worth checking current stock before falling in love with a specific colourway.
Made-to-Order, Made in South Africa
Like all Zorora furniture, the Malika Occasional Chair is proudly made-to-order in South Africa. That means:
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Your chair is built specifically for your order, not pulled from a warehouse shelf
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You choose the fabric that suits your home, rather than settling for whatever's in stock
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Every piece reflects local craftsmanship, from frame construction to final upholstery
This made-to-order model is central to how Zorora operates across its full range, from entry-level Essentials to premium Signature pieces like Malika, so quality and customisation aren't reserved for one price bracket.
Malika Occasional Chair: Quick Facts
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Style |
Retro / mid-century inspired |
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Collection |
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Frame |
OSB plywood (12mm), strutted with solid pine supports |
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Seat structure |
Webbed seat frame |
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Seat cushions |
Reversible, classic firm |
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Back cushions |
Polyfibre fill inner |
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Base/legs |
Tilted birch plywood base with stain finish |
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Starting price |
R 9,995 |
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Production |
Made-to-order, manufactured in South Africa |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Malika Occasional Chair comfortable for everyday use? Yes. The tilted backrest and angled armrests are designed for genuine lounging rather than short-term perching, and the reversible seat cushions are built for daily wear.
What is the Malika chair's frame made from? The frame uses 12mm OSB plywood reinforced with solid pine supports, sitting on a tilted birch plywood base, giving it both its retro stance and structural durability.
Can I choose my own fabric for the Malika chair? Online, Malika is made-to-order in our Slouch fabric. If you'd like access to our full range, including Textured, Smooth, and FibreGuard, visit any Zorora showroom, where our team can help you select and customise your fabric (subject to current availability, including seasonal limited-edition fabrics).
How much does the Malika Occasional Chair cost? Pricing starts from R9,995, depending on fabric selection.
Where can I see the Malika chair in person? You can view and sit in the Malika Occasional Chair at Zorora's showroom in Kramerville (Sandton), Clearwater Mall (Roodepoort), Woodstock (Cape Town), and Table Bay Mall (Cape Town).
Bring Malika Home
If your living room, reading corner, or entryway has been missing that one chair that pulls everything together, Malika is worth a closer look. Explore fabric options and place your made-to-order chair today.
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