The One Where They Live in Canada
I had Friends on in the background the other day and thought it would be fun to try recreating the vibe of Monica’s apartment— mainly the living room for the purpose of this post— with Canadian-made products and secondhand finds.
To curate a cozy lived-in look like Monica’s apartment, mixing in secondhand finds would be key. Inheriting hand-me-downs from friends and family is a good place to start, then try to shop online marketplaces and visit thrift stores, estate sales and garage sales in your community for a most authentic look. Secondhand pieces give the look that things have been collected over time which is exactly the vibe of Monica’s place.
Not everything is exactly right, but I think I’ve got the vibes down for this one!
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🇺🇸 NYC Monica:
🇨🇦 Canadian Monica:
The Iconic Purple Walls
One of the most memorable features of Monica’s apartment is the iconic purple walls. Google tells me that Monica’s apartment was painted in Benjamin Moore's Persian Violet, but since that’s not a Canadian-made paint brand, here are some similar options:
Colorantic, made in Québec, will custom mix their chalk-based paint to match Benjamin Moore colours
Purple Vision by Beautitone from Home Hardware, made in Canada
Fresh Lavender by Dulux, made in Canada
Furniture
Roblin Small Round Ottoman in Mustard Yellow by Pivot Furniture, made in Canada
Vintage Art Deco Dresser from Facebook Marketplace in Montréal, QC
Tessa Club Chair by Vogel, made in Canada
2021 Emma Sofa by Markham Furniture, made in Markham, ON
Glass Top Side Table from Facebook Marketplace in Ottawa, ON
Coffee Table by Canadel, made in Louiseville, QC
Meadow Chair by Stylus, made in Vancouver, BC
Argentia Ottoman by Birchwood Furniture, made in Calgary, AB
Walnut Plant Stand by Elise McLauchlan, made in Montréal, QC
Art
Jouets Advertisement Print from Etsy seller Vintage Poster Decor in Toronto, ON
Original Wildflower Prints Antique Botanical Lithographs from Etsy seller Walnut Hill Vintage in Cambridge, ON
Original 1930 French Belle Epoque Poster, from Etsy seller Poster Romance in Montréal, QC
Tip: Search your shelves at home or local thrift stores for old art books to tear out pages to frame to create art prints!
Throw Pillows and Blankets
Margeaux Pillow Cover by Etsy seller Maren and Firth, made in Vancouver, BC
Vintage Patchwork Quilt from Etsy seller Old Soul Vintage CA in Canada
Fleur de Lis Pillow Cover from Etsy seller Swallowtail Decor, made in Vancouver, BC
If you’re crafty: Crochet Granny Square Pillow Pattern from Etsy seller Nauti Krall, made in St. Catharine’s, ON
Miel Reversible Blanket by Mini Tipi available at Simons, made in Gatineau, QC
Ciao Burgundy Throw Pillow by The Pillow Shoppe, made in Toronto, ON
Lighting
Vintage Capiz Lampshades from Facebook Marketplace in London, ON
Vintage Wall Sconce from Facebook Marketplace in Mississauga, ON
Scalloped Tri Shade for Glass Bowl by Victoria Lampshade Shop, made in Victoria, BC
Flooring
Red Oak Golden Smooth Cashmere® by Mirage, made in Canada
Search Facebook Marketplace to source area rugs like these two options:
Wool Rug from Facebook Marketplace in Mississauga, ON
Persian Rug from Facebook Marketplace in Burlington, ON
Decor & Accessories
Olive Speck Large Vase by Mima Ceramics, made in Toronto, ON
Barrymore Picture Frame by Seagull Pewter, made in Pugwash, NS
Vintage Heart-shaped Trinket Box from Facebook Marketplace in Welland, ON
Make sure to visit the brand sites to see what customization options they have for fabric and finishes, and see what else they make.
COMPLETE THE LOOK
Last but not least, complete the look with a hand-me-down or thrifted vintage phone!
