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Chair comparison

Wishbone vs Louis Medallion: Which Chair to Rent?

Wishbone Chair is scandinavian lines with a woven cord seat. Louis Medallion Chair is french upholstered elegance for the head table. Here is how they compare on cost, comfort, weather and where each looks best.

Wishbone Chair for rent in Chicago: scandinavian lines with a woven cord seat. Shown in natural oak; also available in natural oak, black.
Wishbone Chair
Louis Medallion Chair for rent in Chicago: french upholstered elegance for the head table. Shown in white & gold; also available in white & gold, grey & silver.
Louis Medallion Chair
Side by side: the Wishbone Chair (left) and the Louis Medallion Chair (right).

Side by side

FeatureWishboneLouis Medallion
Estimated price$14–18 per chair$20–30 per chair
StylesMinimalist, Modern, BohoClassic, Glam
Best forReception, Head tableHead table, Ceremony, Cocktail & lounge
CushionNoneIncluded
StackableNoNo
Outdoor friendlyIndoor or tentedIndoor or tented

Choose the Wishbone if…

  • your budget matters: about $900 less per 100 chairs
  • you want a minimalist or modern or boho look
  • it is for the reception

Choose the Louis Medallion if…

  • guests will sit for a long program, since a cushion is included
  • you want a classic or glam look
  • it is for the ceremony or cocktail & lounge

What each looks like with the table

Wishbone Chair: pairs with loft venues, white linen, bud vases, neutral palettes.

Louis Medallion Chair: pairs with ballrooms, candelabras, roses, gilded details.

You can also mix them: use the more decorative chair at the head table and the lower-cost one for guests. That keeps the room photo-ready without paying premium rates on every seat.

Estimated rental cost for 100 chairs: Wishbone vs Louis MedallionBar chart: Wishbone Chair $1,400 to $1,800; Louis Medallion Chair $2,000 to $3,000 for 100 chairs.Wishbone$1,400–$1,800Louis Medallion$2,000–$3,000
Estimated rental for 100 chairs, from our per-chair estimates. Delivery and setup are quoted separately.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, the Wishbone or the Louis Medallion?

The Wishbone Chair ($14–18 per chair, estimated) costs less than the Louis Medallion Chair ($20–30). For 100 chairs the midpoint difference is about $900.

Which is better outdoors?

Neither is ideal outdoors; plan a tent or indoor space. Ask about ground protection on soft lawn.

Can I use both in the same room?

Yes. Mixed sets are common, for example one style at the head table and another at guest tables. We will help you balance the look and budget on a free call.

Keep planning

Figures are planning rules of thumb and our own estimates, last reviewed 2026-11-01. Your venue's posted capacity, fire code and final quote always take precedence.

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