If you've been reading this blog for a while, you might've picked up on the fact that I am a total
1stDibs junkie. Most people my age do their time-wasting on Facebook, but I do mine on
1stDibs. I LOVE looking at all of the amazing antiques, jewelry, and art but I have to set a time limit on the site. If I have to look for something for a client, it takes lots of discipline to stay on course. It's all to easy to click on an item, and then to the dealer's storefront, and then the rabbit hole just keeps going and that coffee table you were supposed to be looking for has somehow turned into a vintage Rolex!
While I certainly don't need another diversion on the site, I am happy that there now exists a
1stDibs Photo Archive. The archive is full of stunning images, both interior and exterior and the database is sortable by photographer, room, and style. The coolest thing: a "Search the Look on 1stDibs" box comes up with every photo and contains buyable items that look similar to pieces used in each space. So, if you're looking to recreate Jenna Lyons' living room as shown in the
Melanie Acevedo photo below, fab yellow sofas and French empire chandeliers are just a click away...
One thing that you'll immediately notice is that the photographer, not the designer, receives top billing. In fact, designers aren't mentioned at all.
Like I've said before, a great photographer can be a designer's most valuable asset, so I understand why 1stDibs wanted to pay homage to the photographers. But, I am surprised that the designers don't get any mention...especially since they are among 1st Dibs' best customers.
In any case, plowing through photos of beautifully designed spaces is a favorite activity of mine and the "get the look" feature just sends me into euphoria, so I say bravo to 1stDibs (and thanks for adding another time vampire to my life)!
Here are some of my favorite images from the
1stDibs Photo Archive:
Pretty amazing lineup of photographers (and designers), isn't it? Any favorite spaces among the bunch?
