Meridian Furniture Lips Velvet Sofa Review (2026)

The Lips Velvet Sofa earns its place when the sofa needs to set the tone for the entire room. The broad seat is genuinely comfortable for two adults, and the curved shape makes conversation feel easy. Still, the 16-inch back does not provide the upper-back or neck support many people want for long sessions. Buy it for its shape and sociable seating—not as a substitute for a supportive everyday couch.

Who It’s For

• Design-focused shoppers who want one bold piece to define the room

• Two adults who mainly use the sofa for movies, conversation, or reading

• Homes where careful velvet upkeep is realistic

Who It’s Not For

• People who run warm during long sitting sessions

• Tall users or anyone who wants built-in head and neck support

• Busy family rooms that need low-maintenance, spill-friendly upholstery

We used the sofa for movie nights, laptop sessions, short naps, and casual visits, rotating seats and sitting positions along the way. Our sofa testing process covered assembly, temperature buildup, comfort, frame stability, room fit, cleaning, and value. We also measured the frame and usable seat, tracked loaded seat height, recorded surface temperature over an hour, and checked how many lint-roller passes the velvet needed after regular use.

The sofa measured 97.75 inches wide once assembled, essentially matching the advertised 98 inches, and the usable seat came in at 69.5 inches. That width let two adults shift positions without bumping shoulders, though the sculpted ends make a third seat impractical. Setup took 18 minutes with two people, most of it spent positioning the large frame safely rather than attaching the legs.

Marcus settled in for longer gaming and TV sessions. Under load, the 19.5-inch seat height compressed to about 17.1 inches, which felt relaxed without becoming difficult to stand from. Mia found the velvet soft and the curved seat easy to lounge across, but she added a lumbar pillow within the first hour because the low back stopped below her shoulder blades. Ethan had plenty of lateral room for side-leaning, yet he also wanted a pillow whenever he sat upright for more than a short conversation.

Heat buildup was the most noticeable comfort penalty. The seat surface rose from 72.8°F to 78.1°F during a 60-minute session in a climate-controlled room, and the fabric felt warmer well before the cushion itself became uncomfortable. The velvet also showed lint and nap marks quickly, although two passes with a lint roller restored an even appearance.

What we liked

• The sculpted profile delivers the visual impact promised by the product photos

• The nearly 70-inch usable seat gives two adults room to change positions comfortably

• Raised metal legs keep the large silhouette from looking heavy and leave the floor accessible for cleaning

Who it is best for

• Living rooms, studios, and entertaining spaces built around a strong centerpiece

• Couples who favor relaxed lounging and do not need a tall back

• Owners willing to use a lumbar pillow and maintain velvet regularly

Where it falls short

• The 16-inch back leaves the upper back and neck unsupported

• Velvet holds warmth and shows lint, handprints, and pressure marks

• A 98-inch footprint is a lot of floor space for a sofa that works best for two people

• Price and color availability vary by retailer.

• Overall size: 98" W × 34" D × 35.5" H

• Weight: 123.2 lb

• Seat: 70" W × 24" D × 19.5" H; back height: 16"

• Materials: velvet upholstery, foam padding, wood, and gold-finished metal legs

Begin with the full 98-inch width, not the 70-inch seat. Tape the outline on the floor and leave enough clearance for doors, side tables, and your main walkway. The 24-inch seat depth favors relaxed sitting, while the 16-inch back works best for people who are comfortable without built-in shoulder or neck support. A slim lumbar pillow improves upright comfort without hiding the sofa’s shape.

Then consider upkeep. Velvet looks rich but holds warmth and shows lint and nap changes sooner than a tightly woven performance fabric. If the sofa will sit in a high-traffic family room, the daily maintenance may outweigh the design payoff.

For a more conventional deep seat with washable-cover options, the IKEA KIVIK is the more practical comparison. The Burrow Nomad makes more sense when modular construction, easier delivery, and upholstery choice matter more than a sculptural silhouette.

The low back is the biggest functional compromise. It is comfortable for short, relaxed sessions, but longer upright sitting usually calls for a pillow. The velvet also runs warm and needs frequent light maintenance to control lint and pressure marks. Finally, the 98-inch frame asks for the wall space of a large sofa while delivering its best experience to two people. Those are reasonable compromises in a design-led room, but difficult ones to justify in a busy household.

Why choose this model

• You want a true statement silhouette rather than a conventional sofa with decorative details

• You value a broad two-adult seat more than maximum seating capacity

• Your room can support a 98-inch centerpiece without narrowing its walkways

CB2’s Muir 90-inch Camel Velvet Curved Sofa is the premium alternative. It has a deeper 26.5-inch seat, plush semi-attached cushions, and a quieter curved profile that fits more interiors. It also costs more and loses the playful lips shape, so choose it for refined lounging rather than novelty.

TOV Furniture’s Lips 68-inch Performance Velvet Settee keeps the playful outline in a much smaller footprint. At 67.8 inches wide and 29.1 inches deep, it is easier to place in a bedroom, studio, or compact sitting area. It is the better choice when space and easier-care performance velvet matter, but it cannot match the Meridian sofa’s broad lounge seat; shoppers with tight rooms can also compare small-space loveseats.

• Add one slim lumbar pillow for upright sitting without covering the curved back.

• Keep a throw nearby for guests who want more shoulder support.

• Vacuum with a soft upholstery attachment and use a lint roller as needed.

• Rotate your usual sitting position to spread pressure marks across the velvet.

• Limit direct sunlight to reduce uneven fading.

• Blot spills immediately; rubbing can distort the nap and spread the stain.

• Pair it with low-profile tables so the velvet sofa remains visible.

• Confirm the delivery path before ordering; the assembled frame is almost eight feet wide.