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Classic White Dressers An Easy Way to Do a Chic Interior

It has been a minute since I have done an interior design based post. I love room make overs and seeing spaces transformed and how creative people can be when reimagining their spaces. I recently went on a major cleaning spree and purge. I have been working on this for weeks and last week I was at it all week. With all the rain I thought I would take advantage and I went full steam ahead from morning til evening. Suffice is to say I was dually wiped out at the end of each day, but the sense of accomplishment more then made up for it.

What sparked my cleaning and reorganizing initiative was the acquirement of a new dresser. And by “new” I mean pre-loved. My regular readers know that I am on a mission to shop more sustainably. Most people think of clothes when it comes to shopping sustainably, but really we should be thinking of reducing waste, and our personal footprint, and this means rethinking all our shopping needs—and this includes furniture. I had been thinking of getting a new white dresser for some time now, but was always a bit too busy to put in the needed time to research what is out there. So a few weeks ago when I was out with a friend of mine and came across a lovely white, mid-to-small sized dresser I was over joyed. No research needed, there it was, just sitting there waiting for me!

It was exactly what I was looking for: the size, the color and the aesthetic. I would describe it as farmhouse chic—French country. It is white, has three drawers and features glass knobs and pretty victorian inspired details. It cost me a whopping $140. Seriously I could have paid that for mass produced particle board crap. And another great thing about buying second hand furniture is that you can support local companies as well. I purchased my white dresser from a lovely shop in North Port Long Island called The Nest. For my local readers, if you are ever planning a trip out east, consider North Port and be sure to pop in to The Nest. And stay tuned for the next vlog where you can get a glimpse of the dresser. I hope you find these examples inspiring…

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48 Comments

  1. Sarah
    July 1, 2019 / 6:07 am

    This looks amazing!
    xx
    Sarah

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  4. Rowena @ rolala loves
    July 1, 2019 / 2:40 pm

    Cleaning and purging is exhausting but also so rewarding at the same time after it’s all done. Your new dresser sounds fabulous and what better motivation to organize than when you acquire a new piece of statement storage. White dressers are seriously so chic.

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  9. Ivana Split
    July 1, 2019 / 5:11 pm

    So great you purchased a pre-loved white dresser. I wish there were more second hand furniture shops here, I’m not sure there are any now that think of it, and that’s a shame because I love old pieces. Like most things furniture used to be made better and lasted longer, so it makes perfect sense to shop it second hand.

    A classic white dresser makes every space looks more chic. I love white furniture because it is a neutral choice and it can look great with different interiors: minimalist, modern, French chic…These are all great example of that.

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  10. Marisa Cavaleiro
    July 1, 2019 / 6:23 pm

    Hi Allie
    I love white furniture!! I have a dresser too similar to those that you show to us, they are all lovely!!
    I bought mine in a small portuguese company called Homes in Heaven, I just love it and I’m pretty sure that you will love yours too.
    Beautiful inspirations!!
    xoxo

    marisasclosetblog.com

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  11. Kara
    July 1, 2019 / 10:58 pm

    A white dresser is a great choice and the one you got sounds beautiful! I have been on a delcuttering spree too this week and it really does feel so good once you’re done.

    x Kara | http://karascloset.net

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  12. Sophie Sierra
    July 2, 2019 / 1:03 am

    So much stunning magic inspo here, I’m head over heels! I absolutely adore farmhouse chic! ♥︎

    Sophie | soinspo xo

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  13. little luxury list
    July 2, 2019 / 3:52 am

    I love how versatile a white dresser can be! Many congrats that you found such a fabulous one! I love getting furniture pre-loved (it’s been so helpful furnishing our place while living abroad!) . There’s nothing like a well made, wood piece that can last for generations.

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  14. Maria
    July 2, 2019 / 4:35 am

    These photos make me want to renovate or redecorate my living area. I LOVE any interior that is white. White counters, white kitchen, white dresser… you name it.

    xo, Maria
    https://www.miamiamine.com/

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  17. Sasha
    July 2, 2019 / 11:27 am

    These are all so chic! That’s great that you were able to find the perfect dresser! I’ve also been tidying up and donating bags of toys, books and clothing. It’s exhausting but feels so good, doesn’t it?! 🙂 XXX

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  18. Julie | This Main Line Life
    July 2, 2019 / 12:10 pm

    Gorgeous white dresser. I love a neutral room. My daughter wants white furniture and I’m trying to decide what to do. May look as some second hand furniture or maybe we can paint some of what she has.

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  20. Oh to Be a Muse
    July 2, 2019 / 2:14 pm

    Absolutely agree. My dressers have been white — usually white with the silver knobs. But I’m actually kinda feeling these white dressers with the gold handles. So chic.

    http://www.ohtobeamuse.com/

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  21. Ashley
    July 2, 2019 / 3:11 pm

    White furniture really opens up + brightens a space- I love the idea of a white dresser AND a fabulous second-hand one to help with sustainability!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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  25. Mica
    July 2, 2019 / 10:06 pm

    I’d love something like this! We have so much space in our master bedroom I think adding a dresser like this would be so pretty. I find it tricky shopping second hand, I see some great things on facebook but I don’t have a big enough car to transport the things and the boys, haha! Their car seats take up so much room!

    Hopefully we get around to decorating our bedroom soon – a new bed is first up, then we will think about bedside tables and maybe the rest of the room.

    I hope that you are having a great week so far 🙂

    http://awayfromtheblue.blogspot.com.au

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  26. Mia
    July 3, 2019 / 2:35 am

    oh my, love all of these inspo photos! White is such a lovely, clean touch to any room – and furniture shopping more sustainably is great! Saves money for you and is way better for the planet 🙂 xx

    mia // https://beautiful-inspiring-creative-life.com

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  27. Pilar
    July 3, 2019 / 2:55 am

    Beautiful ideas for the dressers!

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  31. Alyssa
    July 3, 2019 / 9:12 pm

    Okay, off to the furniture store to get a white dresser. I want it now LOL

    xx Alyssa | STYLE VANITY

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  32. Robin
    July 3, 2019 / 11:18 pm

    Okay, I am sold! I am loving the white chest. It really makes the rooms look so bright and big! Love them all.
    -Robin
    Runwayteacher.com

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  35. Self Cactii
    July 4, 2019 / 1:08 pm

    This looks amazing. It’s so minimalistic and aesthetic and cute. I like it.

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    SelfCactii | Welcome

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  37. Val
    July 4, 2019 / 3:55 pm

    A white dresser really makes a bedroom look clean, inviting and relaxing. These are all so beautiful. We have an antique furniture store nearby that is like a museum. The quality and details are amazing. The prices even more amazing! Everything is too fancy for us, probably having come from wealthy plantations at one time, but I love browsing.

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  38. BEAUTY
    July 4, 2019 / 5:29 pm

    These are beautiful spaces! I love interior décor and design too and have been loving white walls and white furniture lately; they exude so much luxury and chic vibes. I’m looking forward to seeing the Vlog of your new dresser.

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  39. Liz
    July 4, 2019 / 11:04 pm

    This minimalistic dresser looks incredibly cute. I really love the idea of buying a pre-owner furniture, especially if it is this good.
    Thank you for the post!

    Lots of love ♥ January Girl

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  40. Tina
    July 5, 2019 / 12:37 am

    I just got a new dresser. It’s not white but these photos are giving me inspo on how to style it! Mine is so bare right now!

    Tina
    http://www.justatinabit.com

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  42. Biki
    July 6, 2019 / 10:48 am

    Loving these fab pieces! I’m a huge fan of interior design and like you, I love to see how people decorate their personal space.
    Never had a white dresser before, I usually stick to wooden ones with a beige finish but I’m tooootally inspired on how to add lil’ bits here and there to add some pizzazz! Xo

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  43. Nancy
    July 7, 2019 / 2:52 am

    I love the white dresser look! I am always afraid of it getting dirty but if you are careful and take care of them, it can look good for a very long time. It’s great that you’re trying to work on being more sustainable. Even though the dresser is pre-loved, it still looks new! I love all of these options!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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  44. Miri
    July 8, 2019 / 10:34 am

    Love all the pieces you selected – your home looks super nice I really like the interior design.

    lots of love, Miri
    http://www.meetmiri.com

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