Going Vintage

The shape is what really matters here. The fabric, in 99 percent of cases, will be changed, and the insides will be replaced with fresh down and foam. If the shape is good, a little work and the sofa is like new.

Narrow Arm sofa by Calvin Klein Curator Collection, $4,400.  Photo 5 of 9 in How to Shop for a Sofa by Aaron Britt

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Going Vintage

The shape is what really matters here. The fabric, in 99 percent of cases, will be changed, and the insides will be replaced with fresh down and foam. If the shape is good, a little work and the sofa is like new.

Narrow Arm sofa by Calvin Klein Curator Collection, $4,400.