I just read an article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution by Kim Cook of the Associated Press about furniture naming which reminded me of the naming conventions I have used for over 700 pieces. The article talked about "personalizing" the pieces as a marketing strategy. Ikea, because of its huge inventory, has excelled in giving clever names to otherwise not remarkable items and giving them a panache that makes them more remarkable. Calico Corners has names associated with most of their pieces - the Jennifer or the Lynn Chair! Naming furniture makes it more personal - almost a member of the family - and the names I've used bring immediately to mind the piece itself with considerable affection!
I have used several conventions to name my furniture:
- Atlanta locations where purchased - Ryefield Chaise, Mt. Paran French Chairs, St. Marlo Tufted Back Chair, Habersham Slipper Chair
- People who have sold me pieces - Caroline's Chaise, Nina's Club Chairs, Cheryl's Classic Wingback
- Furniture manufacturers worth noting - Hickory Chair Compact Club Chair, Southwood Settee, Sherrill Club Chairs
- Fabrics worth noting - Waverly Kismet on Hickory Craft Wingback, Figi Brunschwig and Fils on Club Chair, Robert Allen Chair and Ottoman
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| Caroline's Chaise |
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| Robert Allen Chair and Ottoman |
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| Fiji Brunschwig and Fils on Club Chair |
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