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ROUND UP: FAVORITE SOFAS

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Title Image Via Lark & Linen

Title Image Via Lark & Linen

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Day 5(?) of Corona Virus quarantine and if you’re anything like me, you’ve been spending a LOT of time on your sofa. With my hubs having taken over our home office, I’ve been spending a ton of time on my sofa - my twenty year old, lumpy, dated, worn out sofa. The sofa we have currently was a hand-me-down from my grandma - it’s SO comfortable and well constructed and a neutral color. When I was in apartments I justified keeping it by saying that I didn’t want to buy a sofa until I bought a house. If I was going to spend some money on a sofa I wanted it to be purchased for a space I would be in for a long time. We are going on our third year in our home and it’s seriously time to get a new couch. Being quarantined on it just sealed the deal in my mind.

I’ve decided to take you virtually shopping with me. What I’ve collected are a handful of my favorite sofas from around the web. Many of these come in a variety of great colors, and I’ve noted below which ones are beautiful as sectionals too. Just because I can’t fit a sectional in my tiny living room, doesn’t mean you should go without.

Arlen Sofa

I LOVE the look of this one, so comfy and relaxed - I’m just worried my room is too small for this skirted beauty. I like the idea of being able to see the flooring continue under the sofa to extend the size of my space. None the less, the relaxed linen is calling to me.

Amhearst Sofa

Would you believe this one is only $500?! It’s a great budget option, and I have sat on it in store - super comfy. It also comes in Navy and is really nice as a sectional. I feel like this sofa looks a little small in photos, but I think it’s probably the proportions. It is 83” long with 22” deep seat. Really generous.

Barton Sofa

This was my frontrunner for a long time. I love the plinth base and that you can select from several different wood finishes. I’m also a big fan of the bench cushion. I find that single cushions encourage a few more people to sit on the sofa when there is company because no one has to deal with a crack! My only issue is the arms are maybe a little narrow for my liking. Serena and Lily has fabulous performance fabrics (hello Perennials) that can really take a beating though. This sofa is a forever sofa.

Emmy Sofa

Another sofa I fell in love with in person (and another one that is perfection as a sectional too). This Design Within Reach stunner has a slightly curved back and a modern take on a plinth base. Not the cheapest by any means, but I wonderful investment piece for your home. Particularly if you will be floating your sofa in the room.

Maxwell Sofa

Would I be buying this one in green? Not for this house. Is it amazing in green? Absolutely. So amazing I chose to share the green version with you. Many of these sofas come in a TON of color options. You don’t have to stick to white (although, I think keeping your large pieces neutral & classically shaped helps them stand the test of time as tastes change.)

Cami Sofa

Another more modern take on a plinth base, this time in black metal. I have always thought the arm cushions that extend past the seat cushions is a chic detail. Again we have a bench cushion - great for loading all your friends and family onto one couch. In my case a bench cushion makes the most of what little space I have for seating. When this quarantine lifts you bet I would have EVERYONE over to sit on my new couch.

Brynn Sofa

This is the real steal of the bunch. At just $875 (and I’ve seen it as much as $200 less. World Market loves a sale.) this skirted sofa is beautiful and looks MUCH more high end than it’s price point.


Ok, so what if you love your sofa, or arn’t ready to pull the trigger on what is really one of the most expensive pieces of furniture in your home? PILLOWS! I’ve rounded up some favorites - again at a bunch of price points - that you can mix and match for a whole new look at a fraction of the cost. I think each one of these would look good with a mix of any of the others.

Top Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Second Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Third Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fourth Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fifth Row: 1 | 2 | 3

Top Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Second Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Third Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fourth Row: 1 | 2 | 3 Fifth Row: 1 | 2 | 3