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Havenly
Indecisive? Or just need help finding out what you actually like? Either way, Havenly makes it easy. The retailer carries a bunch of other brands and designers on this list, and it offers a starter Interior Design Quiz.
All you have to do is look at a handful of interiors, say what you do and don’t like, then Havenly steers you towards the collections that best fit your taste. Genius!
Crate and Barrel
If you grew up in a suburbia of any sort, there’s a very good chance you have encountered Crate and Barrel furniture. Crate and Barrel is known for its modern, elevated pieces, all of which won’t cost an arm or a leg (usually just half). This brand is filled with stunning pieces for every room of the house, with an emphasis on incredible living room furniture. Find massive sectionals, gorgeous accent chairs, not-tacky sleepers, and more. Plus, their outdoor furniture it also something to behold.
Soho Home
Soho Home is our champion of funky, rounded furniture and decor. The at-home wing of the famous members hotel tends to use fabrics that hold color really well—meaning, there’s a lot of velvet—and chooses colors that really pop. If you want to make your spot a bit more Instagrammable, this is where to shop.
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MoMA Design Store
1stDibs
Maybe you don’t want MoMA reissues. Maybe you want real-deal designer furniture. In the spirit of sportsmanship, we’ll warn you right now: It’s frightfully easy to get addicted to 1stDibs. This online marketplace is where designers and sellers connect directly with buyers to discuss rare piece. It’s the place to find exclusive one-offs.
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Tupelo Goods
If you’re looking for outdoor furniture, nowhere makes better, more durable outdoor chairs than Tupelo Goods. These Made in the U.S.A. chairs come in high-design modern shapes, but since they’re made of marine-grade polyethylene, they’re the easiest chairs you’ll ever have to care for. Plus, they can be used as in-pool chairs.
Neighbor
For more classic outdoor furniture, you can’t beat Neighbor. It’s all teak wood, aluminum, and performance fabrics cut into tasteful mid-century shapes. If you’re building a full outdoor space, shop here.
Schoolhouse
In a world that’s increasingly obsessed with boring ol’ grayscale, Schoolhouse strays into the world of color. Blankets and sofas in primary colors, metal tables with finishes that pop, everything at Schoolhouse adds a bit of fun to your home.
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Pottery Barn
No surprises here. Pottery Barn is a classic because it makes unpretentious, homey furniture that works with a wide range of aesthetic styles. Nothing here is going to be a statement, and that’s 100 percent OK.
BR Home
If bold color isn’t your thing, BR Home, the new home wing of Bannan Republic, might be more your speed. Yes, there is color throughout the catalog, but the brand seems to be more interested in playing with texture. Think beige boucle, linen, and faux fur with the occasional pop of richly colored velvet. It’s a new offering, but one that a lot of people will come to love.
Saatva
Saatva is the internet’s premier luxury mattress and bedding brand. Apart from incredibly comfortable mattresses, the brand also has bedroom pieces like bed frames (that we love), benches and ottomans with storage, and cool chairs that make the perfect accent for any space. What makes this brand stand out is that they sell high-quality products for a fair price. While, yes, nice mattresses are known to be expensive, Saatva won’t rip you off. Not to mention, the customer service here is unbeatable. So, if you want to upgrade your mattress or your whole entire bedroom, you can do so right here.
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CB2
CB2 is a high-end furniture and home decor store that is filled with all kinds of collections and aesthetics for home lovers. Here, you can find everything from contemporary bedroom pieces to rediscovered vintage accents for any room in the house. What we love most about CB2 is that each piece is made with premium materials. The quality is always impeccable and the furniture is timeless and sleek. If you’re looking to upgrade your space, you can’t go wrong with anything at CB2.
Blu Dot
A lot of sharp angles and modern looks, Blu Dot really works for anyone that loves a contemporary aesthetic. On top of that, it’s a bit more fun than some of the other modern-looking options on the list. There’s pops of color and interesting patterns; it’s not all grey and white. That said, it still maintains the appeal of contemporary online furniture stores: The products are non offensive and fit with any other aesthetic.
Anthropologie
Despite whatever preconceived notions you have of Anthropologie, and the brands Boho Chic look, there is so much gold on the site. Investment-worthy couches, designer coffee tables, and an incredible decor selection, makes this a really great online home store. And to speak on the Anthro look: A) It’s pretty toned down at this point. There are plenty of pieces that’ll fit any home aesthetic. And B) Why not take a risk with some brass accents or a pink sectional. Time to start having fun with your decor, fellas.
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Etsy
For handmade or vintage furniture, it’s tough to beat Etsy. The only drawback is that there’s so much, and it’s almost all from small sellers. So, you’ll want to have a pretty exact idea of what you want, and you’re gonna have to dig. But once you get good at digging, Etsy offers up endless home design gems.
Huckberry
Huckberry’s home section is hyper-curated by the men’s lifestyle brand, meaning at times you’ll only find a single item that really catches your eye. But that item will almost certainly be handmade and natural, the kind of accent piece that’d look at home in a Western ranch or a Northeastern log cabin. These items, like an Appalachian hardwood drawer bed, are meant to be bought purposefully and treasured always. And if you happen to snag a waxed trucker jacket and a pour-over coffee maker before leaving Huckberry’s site, so be it.
Bespoke Post
Bespoke Post is known for its subscription boxes, each centered around a theme, like grooming, camping, hosting, and beyond. But Bespoke’s online shop is well-stocked with the kind of furniture that you never realized you needed but will immediately begin to covet. As you scroll through it, you’ll find yourself rethinking the home basics. Can a nightstand look like modern art? Can a clothing rack be beautiful? Was I really considering a dresser when I could buy a cool canvas trunk instead? The answers to those questions being: “yes,” “yes,” and “why would I do that?”
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Target
The ole hometown reliable actually has a lot of great furniture these days. The mid-century look has become so ubiquitous that you can find good, designer-looking furniture in every flyover state you find yourself in.
Finnish Design Store
For the best assortment of Scandinavian designers, you’ve got to go to Finnish Design Store. HAY, Marimekko, Alvar Aalto, it’s all there. Plus, there’s plenty of not-exactly-Scandinavian brands or designers on the site. But they all fit that same minimalist ethos.
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