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My Hunt For a Deep (But Not Too Deep) Sofa
The author recounts her two-decade-long quest to find the perfect deep sofa, a desire sparked by her early experiences working at ABC Carpet & Home, a store known for its luxurious and deep seating options. Despite an employee discount during her college years, she couldn't afford the furniture, but the exposure cultivated her appreciation for well-made, deep sofas. She describes her personal history with sofas, moving from a deeply cherished longing to owning a less-than-ideal Joybird sofa. The narrative gains momentum when a modest TV-development deal provides the financial impetus to pursue her dream sofa actively.
Her search begins with a visit to Room & Board, where she considers the 43-inch deep Metro sofa. While comfortable, it feels too bulky for her living space and lacks a 'spiritual connection.' She shares an anecdote with a fellow shopper who finds it suitable for a large living room with children, a scenario that doesn't match her own.
Her friend Julie, who works at *Domino*, suggests the Sarah Ellison Float Sofa from Design Within Reach, praising its chicness and deep chocolate brown color. However, at the DWR outlet, she learns the Float sofa is approximately 50 inches deep and costs around $9,000, dimensions that are too large for her home and out of her budget. The salesperson also informs her that such high-end items are rarely found in the outlet.
Next, she visits an RH (Restoration Hardware) outlet, curious about their popular 'Clouds' sofas. She finds the Luxe size, at 45 inches deep, to be excessively deep, making her feel overly relaxed to the point of wanting to nap, which she determines is impractical for her busy lifestyle.
A return to the ABC outlet evokes nostalgia but disappoints in terms of depth. The iconic Cobble Hill sofas, which she associated with her early twenties, are only 38 inches deep, too narrow for her preference, despite their aesthetic appeal and a discounted price. Other ABC collections also fail to meet her specific criteria for depth and 'je ne sais quoi.'
Following a suggestion from a stylish customer at ABC, she investigates Burrow’s Mambo sofa. She appreciates its affordability and cool design, describing it as low, groovy, and curvy with a kid-friendly vibe. However, at 37 inches deep, it's only slightly deeper than her current sofa, and even attempts to create a deeper configuration with ottomans prove unsatisfactory.
Frustrated by the search, she consults Julie again, specifying a budget of under $4,000 and a sofa that isn't excessively large. Julie recommends Sundays’ Movie Night sofa. Although the brand receives excellent reviews, the sofa comes in only 'Standard' (37 inches) or 'Large' (45 inches) depths. The author also considers the Sundays Good Company Sofa with a 41.5-inch depth but hesitates to purchase a sofa sight unseen.
Her search concludes successfully when she visits her sister's new house in Connecticut. She discovers her sister's sofas are from Room & Board's Pierson collection, which are precisely 40 inches deep—her ideal 'sweet spot.' This depth is sufficient for relaxation without being overwhelming. She returns to Room & Board, confirms the Pierson's dimensions, and selects a teal velvet fabric called *Vance Bali* that reminds her of the bohemian chic of ABC Carpet & Home. The final purchase, including tax and delivery, totals $3,900, marking the end of her long search for the perfect deep sofa.
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