Retro Comforts In Shoreditch – A Student’s Tale

When I moved to Shoreditch I had nothing but a mattress. The carpet smelled like beer, unique armchair but we filled it with life. No student can afford Mayfair prices, so we begged, borrowed and carried. I spotted a funky armchair on Brick Lane. The colours clashed, but that’s what made it home. Funky retro seating has character, and it fits our lifestyle. I’ve crashed into a leather sofa after a night out, and the comfort accent chairs became mates.

Shoreditch is perfect for this life, and Smithers down in Shoreditch knows it. I stopped by Smithers looking for nothing, and the sofas looked like they belonged in films. we left with just one piece, but it’s become the throne of the house. We’ve all shoved sofas through windows. it’s how you build a home. Vintage pieces survive it. Brand-new looks boring, but retro lasts. every stain means another night. By the end of the year, the cracked window gets forgotten, but you remember the sofa.

If you find yourself in a Shoreditch flat, traditional armchairs don’t waste time on the soulless new. Make space for a classic seat, and watch it age with you.