We're firm believers that furniture shopping [1] has changed for good and for the better. Long gone are the days of driving from store to store in search of the perfect additions to your home. Now, thanks to the internet, you can surf thousands of options online. That doesn't mean it's easy, though; the abundance of choice can be overwhelming.
One way we like to narrow in on brands is by turning to smaller direct-to-consumer names [2]. Not only is it a great way to support smaller businesses, but these sites also often have great prices, unique designs, and fast and easy shipping. To help you get shopping, we curated a list of a few of our favourite DTC names as a helpful shopping guide. Whether you're in need of a new bed frame [3] or a comfortable sofa [4], we've got you covered. Take a look.
Floyd
Floyd's [6] functional, space-saving, and seriously stylish pieces are always winners in our book. The brand's midcentury-modern-inspired and modular pieces are perfect for city dwellers or people who move often.
The Floyd Bed [7] ($990-$2,155) is easy to put together and cool looking, and it even comes with optional storage attachments.
Castlery
Castlery [8] is all about making pieces that are modern and practical and won't cost you a fortune, and who doesn't love that?
Our current favourite piece from the site is this cool yet comfy Castlery Todd Extended Sofa [9] ($1,999).
Burrow
Burrow [10] is known for making your dream sofa in pretty much any configuration you can think of. Plus, it even arrives in a box, making setup and delivery easy.
The Burrow Nomad Fabric Sectional Sofa [11] ($1,795) is one of its newer, more modern silhouettes, and it's so comfy, too.
Albany Park
Albany Park [12] provides quality sofas in versatile and comfy choices that are shipped fast to your home. That's right, no long wait times. The brand carries an array of shapes and silhouettes in fun prints and even chic velvet and leather choices.
Our favourite is the comfy Albany Park Kova Pit [13] ($2,995, originally $4,175).
Lulu and Georgia
Lulu and Georgia [14] is one of our favourite shopping destinations for home decor, rugs, and, of course, furniture. The brand's in-house furniture pieces are chic, minimal, and what we wish we could outfit our entire home with.
The Lulu and Georgia Harlowe Swivel Chair [15] ($1,498) is surely a standout piece that'll have all your guests asking about the brand.
Inside Weather
Inside Weather [16]'s mission is all about making furniture buying easy and simple. Each piece comes with customizable options, so you can get exactly what you and your home need.
You can make your dream bed with the Inside Weather Savoy Upholstered Bed [17] ($1,378, originally $2,343). You can customise the headboard style and upholstery, wood finish, and bed height and even add on side tables.
Allform
Allform [18] makes custom sofas in a wide variety of choices that you can configure based on your needs.
The Allform 3-Seat Sofa With Chaise [19] ($1,895, originally $2,369) is a versatile choice because you can move the chaise to either side. It comes in seven fabrics and two leathers, and you have 100 days to try it.
Elephant in a Box
Elephant in a Box [20] makes the internet's most moveable sofa. The redesigned couch might look like your traditional silhouette, but it's so much more than that. It actually has an accordion-style base that you just expand after unboxing it. The brand also offers a bed frame.
The Elephant in a Box Dynamic Sofa [21] ($999, originally $1,200) is easy to set up. You simply unfold it, add the cushions, and voila, you have a sofa.
Hem
If you're into minimalism and always gawking at chic Scandinavian-style homes, then Hem [22] is a brand surely you'll love. The brand's innovative and head-turning designs will surely refresh any space.
The cool Hem Puffy Lounge Chair [23] ($2,899) is one we see all over Instagram and just can't stop thinking about.
Hay
Hay [24] is another brand for all the Scandi-lovers out there. Founded in Denmark, the minimal brand offers functional designs that are livable and will easily fit into any space.
The modular Hay Mags Sofa [25] ($1,885) is always a good choice in our book.
Benchmade Modern
Benchmade Modern [26] offers big, comfy couches that you'll love lounging on. You can choose the size and material from a collection and create your dream piece.
We think the Benchmade Modern OG Couch Potato Sofa [27] ($3,027, originally $3,561) is a winner.