[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-trending-material-leather":3,"blog-related-trending-material-leather":34},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":10,"authorName":11,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":12,"categories":13,"tags":16,"products":27,"inlineProducts":28,"seo":29},1029,"trending-material-leather","Trending Material: Leather",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Hi cuties! This week here on the \u003Cem>Kuotes\u003C/em> we're taking a deep dive into one of my favorite home design elements: \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/Leather/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leather furniture\u003C/a>! Though leather furniture is of course as timeless as it gets in my opinion,\u003Cem>\u003Cstrong> the material is having a major moment in interiors right now\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> thanks to the popularity of styles like dark academia and quiet luxury (think preppy distressed leather club chairs), as well as coastal cowgirl and urban western (think hair on hide and a more modern take).\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>\"One of my favorite things about leather furniture is that, not only does it lend itself to a range of design styles, but it's also quite easy to care for and maintain and is a great material for homes with pets and children (it doesn't absorb odors and liquids the way many upholstery fabrics too, nor does pet stick to it).\"\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Read on for \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>some of my expert tips\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> of shopping for, designing with, and caring for leather furniture—plus check out some curated picks selected specially by the KKH merchandising team!\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/designservices?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-32768 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1200\" height=\"300\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Leather Furniture: Sophisticated, Versatile & Durable\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\" style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Given how timelessly chic and versatile, not to mention easy to clean and maintain, leather furniture is, it's no surprise that it's become something of a symbol of refined, enduring interior design, \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>seamlessly blending luxury with practicality.\u003C/strong>\u003C/em> \u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">\"Embrace the leather trend in your own home by curating pieces that embody both timeless elegance and everyday comfort.\u003C/span> \u003Cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Leather's rich texture and natural patina evolve beautifully over time, making it a sustainable choice for investment pieces that age gracefully.\"\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Whether you're looking at a sleek leather sofa to anchor a living room, or a pair of leather-accented dining chairs adding warmth to a space, these furnishings \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>exude quiet luxury\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>—a concept I love to champion for its emphasis on quality and timelessness over fleeting trends and fast furniture. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\">Intentionally adding leather furniture into your decor motif not only elevates the aesthetic, but also ensures that your home feels \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>both sophisticated and welcoming!\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashsocial.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"5537217\" data-row-size=\"1.34\" data-gap-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"2\" data-call-to-action=\"Shop Now!\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>Click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashsocial.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"5537232\" data-row-size=\"1.34\" data-gap-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"2\" data-call-to-action=\"Shop Now!\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>Click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop Leather Chairs\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/159706-Antoinette-Latte-Leather-Driftwood-Bergere-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33162 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_159706_0-e1747689863823.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"572\" height=\"545\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/41625-David-Modern-Classic-Dark-Brown-Leather-Black-Iron-Occasional-Arm-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-26753\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/David-Industrial-Loft-Brown-Upholsterd-Leather-Black-Iron-Frame-Arm-Chair.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/159785-Lorraine-Elephant-Grey-Leather-Driftwood-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33159 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_159785_0-e1747689897785.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"585\" height=\"550\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/159823-Liliane-Juniper-Leather-Driftwood-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33161 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_159823_0-e1747689926392.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"617\" height=\"585\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/155206-Carter-Updated-Traditional-Beige-Leather-Arm-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33158\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_155206.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Upholstery/159664-Coralie-Camel-Leather-Driftwood-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone wp-image-33160 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_159664_0-e1747689943737.jpg\" alt=\"chair\" width=\"605\" height=\"550\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>How To Shop For Leather Furniture\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-4\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"group/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f5077aa0-4c85-46d2-a2d0-b856cdefb025\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\r\n\u003Cp class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"813\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">As with any major furniture piece, when shopping for leather furniture, it's essential to prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design (which should be no surprise to regular \u003Cem>Kuotes \u003C/em>readers). \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Start by looking for top-grain or full-grain leather\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>, which offers durability and a luxurious texture that only gets better with age.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Cblockquote>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"813\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>\"Most importantly, choose pieces that resonate with your personal style and evoke a sense of comfort—because great design is as much about how it feels as how it looks.\"\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003C/blockquote>\r\n\u003Cp class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"813\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">You'll also want to \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>pay close attention to the frame construction\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>—kiln-dried hardwood is ideal for lasting support—and don't shy away from handcrafted details like tufting or hand-applied finishes that speak to artisanal excellence. \u003Cem>\u003Cstrong>Color and patina matter too\u003C/strong>\u003C/em>; opt for rich, neutral tones that effortlessly layer into your existing decor and offer versatility through the seasons. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/div>\r\n\u003C/article>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashsocial.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"5537243\" data-row-size=\"1.34\" data-gap-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"2\" data-call-to-action=\"Shop Now!\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>Click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cscript src=\"https://cdn.dashsocial.com/web/js/board-carousel-embed.js\" type=\"text/javascript\" data-name=\"dhboard-carousel\" data-gallery-id=\"5537252\" data-row-size=\"1.34\" data-gap-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-row-size=\"1.34\" data-mobile-gap-size=\"2\" data-call-to-action=\"Shop Now!\">\u003Cspan data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\u003C/span>\u003C/script>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cem>Click to shop!\u003C/em>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>Shop Leather Sofas\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/136577-Nicholas-Modern-Classic-Brown-Upholstered-Leather-Brass-Aluminum-Sofa-W/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33164\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_136577.jpg\" alt=\"sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/124252-Emmy-Rustic-Vintage-Dark-Brown-Leather-Sectional-Left-Arm-Facing-W-x-D/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33165\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_124252.jpg\" alt=\"sectional\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/148234-Trina-Rustic-Lodge-Brown-Leather-Tufted-Chesterfield-Sofa-W/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33166\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_148234.jpg\" alt=\"sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/147384-Ciro-Mid-Century-Modern-Brown-Leather-Wood-Channel-Tufted-Sofa-W/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33167\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_147384.jpg\" alt=\"sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/116774-Lexington-Sonoma-Rustic-Lodge-Brown-Leather-Upholstered-Tufted-Back-Sofa-W/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33168\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_116774.jpg\" alt=\"sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/146090-Sunpan-Bromley-Rustic-Ludlow-Sesame-Brown-Leather-Oak-Wood-Sofa-W/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=leather\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-33169\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/product_146090.jpg\" alt=\"sofa\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>How To Care For Leather Furniture\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-6\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto py-5 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @[37rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @[72rem]:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:32rem] @[34rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @[64rem]:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto flex max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 text-base gap-4 md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden\" tabindex=\"-1\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"group/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"relative flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0d3a5b7a-794e-4fb3-807d-49732d4b2c6c\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\r\n\u003Cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light\">\r\n\u003Cp class=\"\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"784\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Finally, I wanted to end on a practical note so that your leather furniture pieces will be sure look their best for years to come! 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