Take A Stroll In Spitalfields And You’ll Find Armchairs Stacked Outside Shops. They Ain’t Showroom Clean But That’s Their Story
Why Retro Furniture Still Beats Flat-Pack in London I’ve always had a soft spot for old furniture. Growing up, modern leather armchairs there was a sofa in our house that had seen it all. It weren’t showroom-perfect, vintage style armchair but it had heart. When London was swinging, an armchair wasn’t just a seat. Families saved for months to buy one piece. It’s in the creak when you shift. I dragged a velvet armchair home from Camden. The fabric was stained and faded, but I knew straight away it had something. It’s carried me through late nights and lazy Sundays.
Furniture in London shifts with the postcode. Kensington loves velvet, with plush seating. Brixton thrives on colour, with bold fabrics. London wouldn’t be London without the variety. New furniture looks dead next to vintage. Vintage finds become part of your life. They carry scratches like tattoos. Here’s the thing, a battered sofa tells more truth than any showroom. Your seat should outlast the years. So next time you’re tempted by something new, step into a dusty warehouse.
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