Best Mid Century Modern Source in DC

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If you are like me, then you can't be pigeonholed into one style. I love it all from Hollywood Regency,  French Provincial, Classic English to Mid Century Modern. I go through phases sometimes, but more or less am just attracted to great design. And I search for it all on Craigslist. While searching specifically for Mid Century Modern I began to notice that most of the best and affordable pieces came from someone located in Friendship Heights NW. I contacted the seller and met the nicest guy ever, Jose. He has a huge collection of gorgeous Mid Century Modern pieces at great price points. Here are a few items he has on Craigslist right now...

Vintage 60's Club Chair Orange Vinyl $245

Late 50's Wide Dresser $395

Set of Love Seats and Chair $595

Multicolor Mod Cabinet $125

Broyhill Brasilia Bar $295

To search his items type in: mid century modern Friendship Heights or you can also type in his phone number 202-276-8755. Look for the white stone background in the image and purchase if you find something you like. A good friend of mine recently purchased a MCM sofa and he loves it. 

Here are a few inspirational interiors with Mid Century Modern pieces to get you, well uh, inspired ;)...

Thom Filicia

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HGTV Emily 

Livingetc. 

Lonny

Elle Decor

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Good Luck and let Jose know I sent you! 

Fridays Finest

If you are interested in Fresh Quince devoting a Fridays Finest post in your hometown, please 'like' Fresh Quince on Facebook or follow via Google Connect and leave a comment below to let me know where. Fresh Quince will dedicate the first Friday of every month to cities of your choice! I have a few places lined up so far... Minneapolis, Virginia Beach and Raleigh. I truly look forward to 'travelling' around the country once a month and possibly finding just what you've been looking for!

Here are my fave's on DC's Craigslist right now...

Glass Top Lucite Dining Table $250 {i have seen lucite lamps more expensive than this}...

Inspirational image for the lucite table above...

Timothy Whealon via Elle Decor

Queen West Elm headboard and frame $300 {the combination new would cost over $600. maybe paint if you're feeling saucy. maybe red}...

Antique Ceramic Asian Lamp $130 {a blast from the 50's past. vintage lamps can be pricey}...

'50's Modern' Rocker $100 {oh shoot forgot to link. a fun conversation piece}...

French Country Dresser and Mirror $200 {pretty. this girl can be dressed up or down depending on your style}...

2 Wassily Chairs $125 {hot price. hot chairs}

Hot inspirational interior for the above chairs...

via Houzz

Uttermost Raindrops Mirror $200 {brings in an element of light and airiness if you have too many frames}...

You could hang the mirror above in your bedroom (just make sure it is securely fastened)...

via flikr

Asian Peacock Panels $70 {hip above a sofa}

Ikea Desk $79 {nice streamlined desk and it's already assembled for those that dislike ikea}...

Large Hexagon Mirror $50 {love hexagon shapes. remind me of bee hives and love bees.}...

And another bedroom idea for the craigslist mirror above (honestly though i think it would be bad feng shui to hang a mirror or anything heavy above your bed, but it looks cool)...

via Marie Burgos Design blog

Beautiful White Desk $150 {just lovely and hey you don't have to paint}

Restoration Hardware English Roll Arm Sofa $800 {adore english roll arm sofas and chairs. this one is already dressed for success in camel velvet}

Here's how gorgeous the above sofa could look in your living room...

via decor journal

Bamboo Umbrella Stand $25{could be spray painted if that's your thang}

2 Slipper Chairs $285/pair {sweet girls that may not need upholstery}

Or you could do this with the above chairs...

Shaun Jackson Design

Chairs McGuire 6 $300/piece {i adore these chairs as they remind me of a spider web}

Mid Century Modern Dresser $250 {so mad men}

2 Mod Chrome & White Leather Chairs $80/pair {cheap and sexy. just how i like it ;)}

Beautiful Dove Tale Lane 'Acclaim' coffee table $225 {can you believe that i was given this exact coffee table over 10 years ago and i didn't like it, so i gave it away. what was i thinking? my older eyes love it}

Free Dresser {free}

For the free dresser above, you could paint it blue like Cassie at Primitive and Proper did...

What a transformation, right? Click on Primitive & Proper to see the full story!

Vintage Ginger Jar Lamp $75 {sumptuous pagoda red lamp. great price too}...

Milo Baughman Style Console $250  {a real beauty for sure}...

Sunny Yellow Patio Set $60 {are you ready for spring? you will be with this lovely set. i'll bring the tea and biscuits}...

Free Dresser {paint}...

Large Asian Style Armoire $349 {this looks like a real substantial piece. love the red! i think my friend doreen from style maniac would fall for this beauty}....

Jens Risom Style Walnut Reversible Table $150 obo {buy this and why not offer to buy that gorgeous orange sofa behind it}...


Hope you all were inspired to search Craigslist before going the retail route! And remember to comment to let me know where you would like me to go for a Fridays Finest tour of your town.

Have a happy weekend! xx Danielle