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DEL.ICIO.USLeather Sofas: for bachelors only?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Once upon time I wanted a leather sofa. Then it hit me that every unmarried man I knew between the ages of 25 to 40 had one.
Sprawling espresso colored leather sectionals, most often wedged in a tiny space (along with surround sound speakers and a giant flat-screen), seemed a requisite of bachelorhood.
Now that I need to replace my own hulking ultrasuede sectional, I’ve been flirting with leather again and I’ve spotted some better options for the ladies.
One style that I love is from Elite Leather, the California based company that turns out made to order couches. Sadly, I can’t rip the image from their website so click here to see the “Louis” sofa which goes for $5,000.
I also like these refinished and re-upholstered 1960s tufted case chairs from Noho Modern (also Cali based). But the $8,300 price tag puts them well out of range.
Should I leave the leather to the fellas or has anyone spotted other styles a lady might love?
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By Melissa
May 29, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this
Check out Drexel Heritage:
http://www.drexelheritage.com/items/sofas/1236/index.html
This sofa can be customized! I can so see this with the cushions in a pink damask!
Also view: http://www.drexelheritage.com/items/sofas/3233/index.html
Just scan that whole page. There are SO many options!!
By Katie Leslie
May 29, 2008 11:55 AM | Link to this
If I may add - I’m convinced the standard living room for a 20 or 30-something bachelor is a brown or black leather sectional, a red “Oriental” rug, and a giant television. Is it just me?
By Melissa
May 29, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this
I don’t think that is the case if the guy is a metro-sexual. Otherwise, I think you are dead-on. It’s a shame too because once they meet their mate they are going to be so disappointed when that stuff has to GO!
By Nedra Rhone
May 29, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this
Thanks Melissa…I like.
Saw these chairs on Drexel Heritage which I imagine (hope) are somewhat more affordable than the Noho ones…
http://www.drexelheritage.com/items/chairs/3364/index.html
By almh
May 29, 2008 5:29 PM | Link to this
I don’t think it’s just for men. I have 2 young kids and the next sofa will be leather because they clean easy. This site has some nice ones http://www.ekornes.com/us/ekornescollection/ I don’t know the price range.
By ms. hoo
May 29, 2008 7:02 PM | Link to this
I like leather too! Deep red…mmmm. Definitely not just for men. Do something mod and recover an antique upholstered piece in a cool leather color like butternut. It’s not only easy to clean , but long lasting. Might not be good if you have cats or chewing dogs!
By Zletr Blake
May 30, 2008 7:09 AM | Link to this
I am a 53 yrs old widow and I’ve had leather in my living room for 5 years now. I love the smell of it and no, its a people thing, not a man thang.
By Melissa
May 30, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this
I like the chair, Nedra! I really like the idea of the tufted back - such a beautiful, classic look. Many of the more modern lines have very low backs that are extremely uncomfortable for my 6’3” husband! Not to mention the fact that we need a couch long enough for him to lie down comfortably. Makes finding the perfect piece a bit of a challenge!! Not to mention our 2 Weimaraners, 1 Vizsla, and 2 cats! HAHA!
By Melissa
May 30, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
Check out this couch on Craigslist…
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/fur/687288369.html
I love it! What do you think, Nedra?
By Melissa
May 30, 2008 11:07 AM | Link to this
Ok, sorry to keep posting…but I just found an event on Craigslist that is this weekend and is worth checking out!
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/fur/697474619.html
By bird.lavonne
June 27, 2008 7:57 AM | Link to this
Just got a lovely white leather sofa and I’m really surprised how it
brightened up my room! ————————-bird.lavonne
white leather sofa
By bird.lavonne
June 27, 2008 8:00 AM | Link to this
Just got a lovely white leather sofa and I’m really surprised how it
brightened up my room! ————————-bird.lavonne
white leather sofa
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August 7, 2008 10:16 AM | Link to this
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