Haworth

Fern Office Chair

Fern sets a new standard in ergonomic seating. With its stem-based design, edgeless back, and Wave Suspension System, it flexes with every shift and stretch — delivering support that moves with you. The result? Natural posture, lasting comfort, and focus that doesn’t fade. Choose your personalized options, and we’ll build your chair to order in Bruce, Mississippi — usually ships within 5 business days.

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Engineered for effortless support, Fern stands as the undisputed leader in comfort, consistently earning top marks in independent tests. It reimagines comfort from the inside out, offering full support in a flexible back — without the need for an outer back frame. The advanced stem-based structure delivers effortless comfort that's built right in, adapting naturally to movement. 

Fern is designed with our Wave Suspension System: a comfort breakthrough that flexes to adapt to your every motion. The 3D-sculpted back contours to the curvature of your spine, delivering effortless support. More human than machine, this chair responds intuitively to make the right posture feel like second nature.

Fern isn’t just good for you — it’s good for the planet, too. With GREENGUARD Gold® certification, it’s been independently tested and proven to be free from over 10,000 chemicals, helping support cleaner air where you work.

Try it at home for 30 days. If you decide to return it, the shipping’s on us.

  • Adjustable Seat Height
  • Optional 4D Arms
  • Adjustable Seat Depth
  • Back Stop
  • Optional Forward Tilt
  • Optional Height-Adjustable Lumbar Support
  • Tilt Tension
  • Assembled in the USA

Dimensions

  • Without Headrest: Overall Height: 41.5"-47"
  • With Headrest: Overall Height: 45"-53"
  • Overall Width: 29"
  • Overall Depth: 28.5"
  • Seat Height: 16.5"-21.5"
  • Seat Width: 19.9"
  • Seat Depth: 15.5"-18.5"
  • Arm Height: 6.7"-11.5"
  • Width Between Armrests: 15.1"-19.8"
  • Warrantied for people up to 325 lbs.

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How to Adjust & Care For Fern

Watch the video to see how to easily adjust Fern’s seat height and depth, tilt tension, and more.

Content: Care
  • Vacuum your chair as needed.
  • For additional cleaning, use a solution of lukewarm water and mild detergent (about 10%). Gently apply in a circular motion, then rinse with warm water and dry with a soft cloth.

Materials

Choose from mesh, digital knit, gradient knit, or leather. Breathable mesh lets air pass through to naturally regulate body temperature. Our signature zero-waste digital knit is made to fit each chair using custom-fiber fabric. For a luxe look, choose our vegan leather — it’s soft, durable, and easy to clean.

Shipping, Setup, & Returns

Shipping

Free ground shipping.

Setup

Your chair will arrive assembled and ready to go, right out of the box. If your chair has a headrest, it installs in two easy steps.

Watch the installation video.

Returns

Free returns if initiated within 30 days of receipt.

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BIFMA Certified
Comfort Award
Sustainably Made
12 year warranty
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GREENGUARD Gold
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“Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to this unbeatable office chair.”

Custom comfort, every time you sit.

Lumbar

Fern’s built-in lumbar support cradles your lower back for all-day comfort. Need more? Add the optional adjustment for personalized support within a 3.5" range.

Forward Tilt

Tilt the seat forward by 5° to support upright, task-focused posture — ideal for moments of deep concentration or close-up work.

Seat Height

Easily adjust the seat to match your height. For optimal support, your knees should form a 90° angle with your feet flat on the floor.

Tilt Tension

Control how much resistance you feel when reclining, and adjust for the level of support that feels just right.

4D Arms

Move each arm up and down, side to side, front to back, and in and out for superior neck and shoulder support.

Fern in the wild: real spaces, real comfort.

Even better in real life (believe the hype).

Fern isn’t just a chair. It’s an extension of you.

Wave Suspension System

It may look simple, but inside, Fern’s patented 3-part back system is a feat of science and design. The hidden innovation? Our patented Wave Suspension system.

Flexible Fronds

Each frond is uniquely calibrated to support a different part of your back — from the base of your neck to your lower spine — for full-length comfort that moves with you.

Cradle of Comfort

The cradle overlays the stem and fronds to create a soft, flexible frame that supports without pressure points — a feeling we call “edgeless comfort.”

Central Stem

The stem is Fern’s spine, connecting and supporting every part of the chair’s back. It anchors each frond and promotes natural flexibility with every move you make.

Obsessively researched. Undeniably the best.

The Comfort Champion

An independent ergonomics firm tested four leading chairs, including Fern. After pressure-mapping five common working postures, Fern came out on top. Every tester called it “the most comfortable.”

Sustainability, Woven In

Fern’s knit is spun from 100 % recycled polyester yarn, saving 6.3 metric tons of CO₂ a year — about the same as driving 15,000 miles or charging 766,000 smartphones. Every panel is engineered to fit one chair exactly, so nothing hits the cutting-room floor. Zero waste, full comfort.

GREENGUARD Gold® Certified

Fern is certified to meet the most rigorous standard for low chemical emissions — tested to be free of over 10,000 VOCs (volatile organic compounds) that can affect indoor air quality. The result? A chair that helps create a cleaner, healthier workspace.

Patented 3-Part System

This isn’t just inspired design. It’s patented innovation. Like the leaf it’s named for, Fern is built to move. Its exclusive three-part system — stem, fronds, and cradle — works in sync to support your every posture, flex, and flow throughout the day.

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Reviews

Customer Reviews

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Mr. & Mrs. B
Our New Best Friend = The Fern

After 8 yrs we decided to replace our HM Aeron with the Fern. We visited a local dealer and tested every med to high end chair. Hands down, the Fern! We purchased from the online store with all the upgrades in gradient knit Dessert Bloom (white/tangerine). We work from home FT & are HUGE gamers. We needed something that stays comfy for 12-14 hrs. a day. The adjustable seat is awesome. My #1 complaint with the Aeron. I am 5'10 and my husband is 5'8 and we really appreciate the adjustability with the Fern (seat, arms, lumbar, forward tilt). No ONE SIZE fits all. The more adjustability the more of a customized fit. My husband's only wish is that the chair's tension had more range. He likes to lean back-far. My wish list. I wanted the gunmetal base choice--see pic. We have rising desks with slate colored legs. The darker color would have been a great added touch. While writing this review, I discovered I could adjust the headrest! I didn't have mine on correctly. However, the quality of the headrest needs an overall upgrade. More padding and better assembly. The fabric does bunch up especially on the seat, so don't be surprised. We replaced the casters with rollerblade wheels. We just like that style better. The Dessert Bloom is a very light orange and the white is cream. Love the colors but important to note if you are looking for a true orange/white. We have had the chairs for 14 days and am extremely pleased with no regret. We did our homework. The cost is significant, especially when buying 2. We are curious if these chairs, especially the fabric, hold up and meet a more long term expectation of quality!

Overall, great investment for comfort with a touch of style.

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Simon Mishkov
Best chair

After watching countless videos reviews and trying different brands that offer big promises and deliver negative results I decided to try this brand. I was blown away by the quality of the chair. First chair was fully assembled right from the box. Comfort and adjustments on the chair is nothing I have tried or came across before, amazing wow. If you on the market for quality chair and comfortable, this is the brand to buy. Also, watch videos on YouTube.

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Evan F
Final Piece to my End Game Build

Pricey but worth every penny to complete the ultimate gaming setup. LG5K2K, RTX5090, 9800X3d, Secretlab Magnus XL, Secretlab Pro Footrest, Audeze LCD-X, R2RDAC, Blackwidow V4 (Chery MX Blue Switches) Basilisk V3 PRO, Yeti Nano, Firefly V2 PRO.

Hi there! We're thrilled to hear that the Fern Office Chair was the final piece to complete your dream gaming setup. We understand that it may have been a bit pricey, but we're glad to know that it was worth every penny. Thank you for choosing our product and we hope it continues to enhance your gaming experience. Happy gaming!

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Noah Shaar
Expensive, but Worth it

Look there’s no getting around the fact that this chair is expensive. I got the Haworth Fern in black with the most premium ad ons. I was saving money for the chairs for years. When I bought it, And sat in it, I initially didn’t feel like it was comfortable because my posture from my old chair was so bad. Give it a couple weeks, and the Fern will fix your posture and become the most comfortable chair you’ve ever sat in. The only thing that I regret, was getting the forward tilt: unnecessary.

We are so glad to hear that you are enjoying your Haworth Fern Executive Chair. We understand that it may seem expensive, but we believe that the quality and comfort it provides make it worth the investment. We are happy to hear that the chair has helped improve your posture and has become the most comfortable chair you have ever sat in. We apologize if the forward tilt feature did not meet your expectations. Thank you for choosing our Fern and we hope it continues to serve you well.

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Asharam Tamang

Fern Mesh Office Chair