Where are you looking? There certainly are modern, contemporary and MCM styles out there, but so much furniture is traditional, farmhouse, colonial. How can you miss it?

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Anonymous wrote:I was reviewing various run of the mill websites for furniture ideas recently and everything looks like Mad Men, late 1960s. I was sick of it when my parents and aunts/uncles had it when we were kids. I'm even more sick of it with its current revival. When are we going to get back to more timeless styles? Are there companies out there that are not currently catering to this period?

Well...it's been in style since the middle of the last century, not sure what you want here.

Ehh. It was not "in style" in the 80s-2005. Only after 2005 did it start rearing its head again.

Ehh, it was back by the late 90s. I bought my first apartment in 1997, furnished it with MCM furniture (the real one, from the 60s, bought at estate sales), and then saw an article in NYTimes about the comeback, so it was definitely in the air.

Anonymous wrote:Have you tried Wayfair? I feel like they have lots of non-MCM furniture for your taste

You rock PP

Anonymous wrote:I was reviewing various run of the mill websites for furniture ideas recently and everything looks like Mad Men, late 1960s. I was sick of it when my parents and aunts/uncles had it when we were kids. I'm even more sick of it with its current revival. When are we going to get back to more timeless styles? Are there companies out there that are not currently catering to this period?

+1. MCM is a fad.

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Anonymous wrote:OP I'm just posting in solidarity with you, and to offset the haters. MCM has become almost cliche. Yes, it's "classic" but it's also cold and dull, IMO.

But I don't know of many places with alternatives. So we have gone for a traditional but eclectic style, with a few simple modern pieces mixed with a farmhouse aesthetic.

If you want really traditional (colonial, e.g.) I think antique or antique replica stores are the only option. Also Kaiyo, though hit or miss, sometimes has finds.

ETA, I just found this site while trying to find a suggestion for you. Looks interesting: http://www.vacraftsmen.com/

Cool find, ty

I also hate MCM and I agree it's almost unavoidable right now. MCM is the furniture equivalent of the Tiffany heart tag necklace or a Louis Vuitton logo wallet-- something people think signals they have taste and money, but actually shows they are mass-market consumers and suckers for aspirational branding. MCM belongs in McMansions.

To get furniture that actually shows character and craft, try antique stores and estate sales. My favorite hidden gem, which I hate to give away, is Cornerstone in Maryland. They specialize in traditional non-MCM furniture and they are wonderful to work with. https://onlycornerstone.com/

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Anonymous wrote:I was reviewing various run of the mill websites for furniture ideas recently and everything looks like Mad Men, late 1960s. I was sick of it when my parents and aunts/uncles had it when we were kids. I'm even more sick of it with its current revival. When are we going to get back to more timeless styles? Are there companies out there that are not currently catering to this period?

Well...it's been in style since the middle of the last century, not sure what you want here.

Ehh. It was not "in style" in the 80s-2005. Only after 2005 did it start rearing its head again.

I have the same problem in that mm is a poor fit with our home, and it seems to be all that's out there. I found the style at Havertys it's a departure although I read very mixed reviews about the quality unfortunately. Have also been looking at Ballard designs but have no idea about quality there.

Anonymous wrote:Just do yourself a favor and buy from Pottery Barn.

Hahahaha (joke, right?)

Just do yourself a favor and buy from Pottery Barn.

Anonymous wrote:OP I'm just posting in solidarity with you, and to offset the haters. MCM has become almost cliche. Yes, it's "classic" but it's also cold and dull, IMO.

But I don't know of many places with alternatives. So we have gone for a traditional but eclectic style, with a few simple modern pieces mixed with a farmhouse aesthetic.

If you want really traditional (colonial, e.g.) I think antique or antique replica stores are the only option. Also Kaiyo, though hit or miss, sometimes has finds.

ETA, I just found this site while trying to find a suggestion for you. Looks interesting: http://www.vacraftsmen.com/

OP I'm just posting in solidarity with you, and to offset the haters. MCM has become almost cliche. Yes, it's "classic" but it's also cold and dull, IMO.

But I don't know of many places with alternatives. So we have gone for a traditional but eclectic style, with a few simple modern pieces mixed with a farmhouse aesthetic.

If you want really traditional (colonial, e.g.) I think antique or antique replica stores are the only option. Also Kaiyo, though hit or miss, sometimes has finds.

Pieces you love and nothing too matchy is timeless.

West Elm, Room & Board, DWR are mostly MCM. I wouldn't say Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware or CB2 are. Crate & Barrel has a mix. Arhaus is more organic modern but not MCM. Or try Kaiyo / Consignment or FB marketplace for more traditional.

I'm not a fan of MCM but it IS timeless if that's your style. If you're looking for something that would appeal to everyone your SOL. There's no such thing.

FWIW - I have no problem finding things that fit my style and that I would consider 'timeless' for someone with my tastes which run to what I call 'neo-Craftman'. I recognize it's not for everyone but I only need it to appeal to me.