It’s not exactly easy to visualize the look and feel of a couch’s fabric or the grain of wooden dining table without first seeing it in person, but our edit of the best online furniture stores is a great place to start if you’re trying to get a sense of what’s in the market before you commit to a rather sizable purchase. This list caters to many different aesthetics, needs, and budgets, bringing together both reliable favorites and emerging brands in the space. The CB2s and West Elms of the world are great to cover your basics as you figure out your own interiors style (they also tend to have exciting, exclusive collabs), whereas the more discovery names might chart your design journey onto a new path.
The crossover between fashion and interior design is one we’re mindful of, too. Beyond the tastemaker edits (see: Athena Calderone for Crate & Barrel or Jennifer Fisher for CB2) and the celeb-loved designs that regular fill the pages of our own magazine (remember the Camaleonda sofa), make sure to check out The Lacquer Company, which relies on skilled lacquer craftsmen in Saigon, Vietnam to bring the designs of notable decorators like Rita König and Luke Edward Hall to life. Arhaus is another name to know: Hailey Bieber recently tapped the brand to outfit her Rhode office space with its clean-lined, textured chairs in Beverly Hills. armoire cabinet
Goodee is an under-the-radar favorite for sustainably-minded accents, while The Inside was founded by Christiane Lemieux, a former fashion designer with a keen eye for prints, to make the experience of creating custom furniture approachable and fun rather than intimidating and stressful. And not to take the thrill out of antiquing (or stooping!), but plenty of vintage gems and reissued classics can be found online these days, often delivered with the same speed and high-quality service that you might expect from a mass retailer.
Whether you’re designing your first home after an Axel Vervoordt interior or finally completing the decorations in the apartment you’ve been living for the last five years, the best online furniture stores can help bring the space you’ve been dreaming of to life.
Renting? DTC-favorite Article has a vast of selection of neutral-colored, contemporary designs that will blend in seamlessly with your just-for-now home. Couches and chairs are what put the brand on the map, but you can explore by room, bundles, and best sellers if you’re just browsing. Bonus: the brand also offers project services for room redesigns or customized new spaces. Shipping fees vary ($49-$199) depending if you want front door, in-room, or with assembly—and on delivery day, you’ll get a text message when your courier is 30 minutes away, which is both useful and exciting.
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Castlery’s focus is to deliver long-lasting, thoughtful design without the hefty price tag. Its aesthetic ranges from mid-century to contemporary, offering a little something for everyone. Shop by category or try one of its design tools to configure your own custom piece. There’s even virtual room designer to help visualize what each piece would look like in your space, like those bouclé chairs or that C-shaped sofa.
Founded in 1986 on the premise that furniture should be sustainably-made and built to last, Arhaus partners with artisans around the world (North Carolina, Mexico) to produce heirloom-quality furniture and lighting fixtures for in- and outdoor paces that can (and should) be passed down through generations. It’s pledged from day one to never use wood sourced from rainforests, and it encourages donations to a local restore when moving on from a certain piece—that is, if you’re not reselling your item on Facebook Marketplace. We love the Ilaria dining table, which is handcrafted in Italy from locally-sourced travertine that varies in color, texture, and shape per design.
For contemporary design with personality, West Elm is where to look. Virtually every corner is accounted for, from light fixtures to tabletop essentials to sleeper sofas. The brand has a few exciting designer collabs, like with Colin King and fashion label Rhode. Shipping varies by availability (in-stock ships within a week; quick ship within 1-5 weeks). Keep an eye out for its sales—the brand holds them regularly, along with a clearance section that gets regularly replenished.
Designed in New York but crafted with the help of artisans based in North Carolina, Maiden Home’s modern pieces are custom-tailored to fit your space and last for years. Visit its New York City flagship if you’re in the West Village neighborhood one day—the brand does both walk-ins and private consultations. Choose from a wide variety of fabrics and finishes to ensure each piece fits in your vision.
Decor mood boards come to life at Anthropologie, where free shipping starts at $50. The retailer carries everything from playfully-patterned kitchen essentials to traditional upholstered pieces in baroque florals. Of course, it’s also home to this ornate gilded mirror that’s inspired legions of Pinterest pins.
Dreaming of owning a quintessential cottage in Nantucket? Want your home to look like a Nancy Meyers movie set? Serena & Lily nails the aesthetic with chic home goods in rattan and wicker, as well as beachy prints and ocean-inspired hues.
If you’re a modern minimalist at heart, Rove Concepts is the answer to all your design needs. The brand focuses on clean-lined European-inspired furniture to add calming accents to any space. With showrooms in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, San Diego, and Santa Fe—New York is opening soon—don’t miss out on the opportunity to view the pieces IRL.
Sundays was founded by four friends in the design industry, all with young families. They knew from personal experience that furnishings needed to be durable, so the brand was born out of a need for functional designs that make life easier—without sacrificing aesthetics. Its modular Get Together sofa is a noted crowd-favorite, made of a stain-resistant performance fabric (i.e. removable, washable slip covers) that’s ideal for families with young kids and dogs (or both!).
rolling tv stand Founded in 2017, Sixpenny designs elegant, comfortable furniture with a lived-in feel. Sustainability is a priority for the brand—you won’t find any synthetics in the fabrics it uses, just natural or recycled ones: cotton, linen, a blend of both, or a cozy faux fur made from recycled polyester. Keeping longevity in mind, fabrics on its upholstered pieces—including bestselling sofas like the Neva, modular Aria, or Olea—feature removable slip covers that each have their own care instructions depending on the material it’s upholstered in. Feel-wise, you have the option of poly or feather down fill—the former for a more springy seat; the latter more plush, for those who like to really sink as they lounge. But perhaps the best part is the $100 flat fee for white glove delivery. Ship times vary depending on availability, but average 2-3 weeks if in stock.