Take A Stroll In Spitalfields And You’ll Notice Funky Accent Chairs In Bold Fabrics. They’ve Got Stains And Creaks But That’s The Point
From Markets to Mansions: accent chair funky London’s Love for Vintage Sofas and Armchairs I’ve always had a soft spot for old furniture. The family armchair was covered in throws but still solid. It was worn, patched, and squeaky, but it felt alive. During the heyday of Soho, furniture meant something. You’d go second-hand instead of brand new. It’s in the creak when you shift. I found a retro accent chair in a Dalston car boot. Most people would have walked on, but I knew straight away it had something.
It’s carried me through late nights and lazy Sundays. You can tell the area by the chairs. Mayfair goes glossy, with deep sofas. Brixton thrives on colour, with funky chairs for living room retro chairs. London wouldn’t be London without the variety. The catalogue stuff has no soul. Retro pieces age with dignity. Every stain has a story. At the end of the day, I’ll pick a vintage sofa over new every time. An armchair should hug you back.
Next time you’re thinking of flat-pack, wander a street full of second-hand shops. Grab a vintage sofa, and make it part of your story.