In which we shop with imaginary money and indulge our fanciest fancies.
I've been in love with Jonathan Adler's adorable blue Mrs. Godfrey chair since spotting it online, and I recently stopped by the Greenwich Ave. shop to check it out in person. Alas, the shop had closed at 7, but there it was perched in the window, looking so, so fine. I stood and stared for a good five minutes, salivating over it on the sidewalk. It achieves the magical balance of style and comfort, and has such personality. Sigh. I must start saving.
The Mrs. Godfrey is actually the companion chair to the Mr. Godfrey. Though he's stylish in his own right, she's a bit softer and more chic than her man. You can choose your own fabric, but I rather like it as is. Prices vary depending on the fabric grade and start at $1,495. It's shown here in Cashin Ocean in a Grade 5, which would set you back $1,695. It comes with an espresso base, but if you want walnut legs, you'll have to cough up another $300.
My dream team of chairs:
The Cherner armchair. Our CCO at work has a couple of these in his office and I am stabbed with longing every time I catch sight of them. I love the rich walnut hue, beautiful, streamlined shape and embracing arc of the arms. $1,149 @ Design Within Reach.
I've always wanted a set of Tolix A chairs scattered about my kitchen to use as all purpose furniture (perhaps as a handy step stool, balcony chair, or improvised shelf).
Here's a pretty red one, $275 @ The Conran Shop.
Or go for a raw, rustic look with the unfinished Brut Verni Mat.
For more eye candy, check out the Tolix gallery at Antiquaire! Beautiful vintage finds, including this 18-piece set:
And for dining? Thonet's Bentwoods are my dream bistro chairs. Classic and chic, they'd add a sophisticated touch to any meal. Designed by German cabinet maker Michael Thonet in the 1800's, they're made in Poland and the Czech Republic at original Thonet factories. The No. 14 chair runs $361 a pop (including shipping) at Bauhaus 2 Your House.
I am so in love with the Mrs. Godfrey chair...I think/know I will dream about this chair tonight!! I even know exactly where I'd put it...oh my heart is aching to curl up with some tea and feel as pretty and noble as that chair. Well, Mrs. Godfrey where ever you end up we'll still be looking up at the same moon! *kisses*
ReplyDeleteI know! I'm so annoyed about not getting a tax refund this year -- it would've been worth the splurge.
ReplyDelete*sigh* tolix chairs are definitely on my wishlist... i keep hoping to find a cheap set on craig's list being sold by someone who is clueless about their value.
ReplyDeleteso far, no such luck!
@ //S: Sigh indeed. Lucky for me, I have no room for them in my teeny, tiny apartment, which prevents me from trying to buy them.
ReplyDeleteAnd by the way, I just checked out Habit and love it! You have great taste.