How to Find the Best Furniture Dupes Online

The dupe culture on TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest is growing, and it’s really fun to see more and more resourceful shoppers searching for the best deals and sharing them with their friends when they find them. Spoken introduced me to this wide world of furniture and home decor white labeling and now the best places and ways to find dupes online. 

Short for duplicate, “dupe” refers to an item that offers the same vibe or look as another piece. You’re most likely to search for a dupe when you love a piece of furniture but not its price tag. A replica or a look-alike item can (affordably) capture the essence and style of another piece. 

A great example of this in the furniture world is the iconic mid-century modern Eames Chair, which has been around since 1956. Some people say an authentic Eames Chair is worth the price tag, while others prefer to choose from the many Eames-style chairs available within their budgets. 

As you have seen on Spoken, a single mid-century modern accent or lounge chair can be available at various prices. But dupes open up another whole world of possibilities! You can find a similar piece for less, or you can even find a more expensive quality piece if that’s your preference. It’s a win-win all the way around! 

How are furniture dupes different from white-labeled furniture?

You may have already heard that we started Spoken when we realized that exact furniture items cost wildly different prices depending on where you shop. These pieces are white-labeled, and you can save hundreds of dollars by comparing prices on coffee tables, accent chairs, dining room furniture, and other furniture and decor on our website. 

We’ve written another blog post detailing everything you need to know about white-label furniture. “White labeling" refers to when stores sell exact items, while "dupes" refers to when stores sell similar items, often of lesser quality. In some cases, dupes can also be of higher quality than the original, but many people seek out dupes to save some money. 

Dupes are different because they aren’t the exact items, but they may have some similar features—the same furniture style, color, or silhouette. 

What to look for in a furniture dupe

A furniture dupe is designed to closely imitate the design, style, or aesthetic of another (more expensive) furniture item. The appearance, cost, and quality are the three main reasons why most people choose dupes—along with some examples from Spoken.

Appearance

You’ll usually notice that furniture dupes are made using materials that look similar, even if the quality and prices are quite different. When shopping around for new beds, nightstands, and more, you can usually find products with great photos and helpful reviews to ensure that your dupe won’t disappoint. 

Cost

Furniture dupes are generally more affordable. But they are sometimes more expensive. You may spot a style you like at Target or Walmart and decide to look for a nicer version, in which case you’d still be buying a dupe. 

Saving money is a common reason people seek furniture dupes and one of the most important considerations when furniture shopping. The blue chairs below are a great example. The leather chair is $2,499 at Tommy Bahama Furniture, and the fabric version from Living Spaces is $195. There are definitely ways to achieve a similar style for a tiny fraction of the price.

Quality

You ultimately have to decide for yourself how much you want to invest in furniture for your home. 

As you’ve seen on Spoken, the price doesn’t always tell you as much as it should about the quality when it comes to white-labeled furniture. We have seen different retailers selling the same item for hundreds of (or even a thousand) dollars more or less than others. 

But, if you’re shopping for dupes rather than exact items, the price is a better indicator of quality. Of course, it’s always important to double-check item descriptions, reviews, and even care instructions to find out whether the piece you’ve got your eye on will meet your style and quality standards once it arrives. 

Finding a dupe that meets your style, cost, and quality expectations may feel overwhelming, but Spoken can help you every step of the way. Here are our best tips for finding furniture dupes to give your home the vibe you love, no matter your budget. 

How do I find furniture dupes?

There are lots of great ways to find dupes of the cute chair you saw while scrolling Instagram or that adorable rug you’ve been dreaming of for months—but still can’t quite afford. So, let’s help you find some dupes! 

Online Image Searches

Tools like Google Images have made it easier to find similar items online. By uploading a photo of a piece of furniture you like, you can search for visually similar items, and Google will magically return lots of similar pieces. 

Dedicated Dupe Blogs, Magazines, and Websites

When you’re reading your favorite home design magazine or reading your favorite designer’s blog, you may notice articles or posts featuring dupes. Pay attention to the tips and tricks that the experts have to share.

Comparison Shopping Tools (like Spoken!)

Google Shopping, PriceGrabber, and Shopzilla are all websites that allow you to compare prices on everything from electronics to clothing and toys to health and beauty items. 

The beauty of a comparison tool like Spoken is that you can get into the furniture shopping zone, comparing exact items and also looking for dupes with our fun new “more like this!” feature. Click on the little stars in the bottom right corner of any item on Spoken to fill your feed with similar items. Now, you can shop the vibe as well as guarantee you’re getting the best deals on specific items. 

Social Media

Influencers and decor enthusiasts love sharing dupes with their followers on social media. Who can resist sharing a great deal they found with their friends?! Check out the pages of your favorite interior designers, home brands, and influencers. Hashtags are another great way to locate dupes on social media. Look at hashtags like #affordablefurniture and #furnituredupes and see if you can find items or tools that way, too! 

Online Retailers

Stores like Amazon, Wayfair, Overstock, and Walmart offer many furniture styles at varying price points. They also tend to offer filter options that make it easy to narrow down a particular style, color, or material. If you have a good idea of what you’re looking for, you can use filters to browse and shop for the aesthetic furniture items you love most. 

Big Box Stores

Stores like Target, TJMaxx, IKEA, and HomeGoods often carry items that resemble popular designer furniture styles. These are great places to check for dupes of the styles you love most, especially those that are currently in style or have recently been in style. IKEA is best known for its Scandinavian and mid-century modern furniture styles, while the others may carry more of a variety. 

Ask for Help

When in doubt, ask friends and family members to help you find a particular piece within your budget. Everyone knows about different stores, apps, and resources that can make it easier to compare prices and find the perfect piece of furniture. If you see a piece you like anywhere online (or IRL), email [email protected] so we can help you find a dupe. We love helping Spoken users find the perfect pieces. 

Custom Furniture Makers

Finally, if you can’t find a particular piece anywhere or you have an idea for how to make it look even more authentic to your personal style, it may be time to enlist a custom furniture maker to help you create the bed, dining table, or other decor of your dreams. When you work with a skilled artist to create your perfect piece, you can customize the wood, details, and upholstery. 

We love all the ways technology makes it easier to compare different items when shopping online. From appearance to cost to quality, you can choose ideal furniture items by embracing the wonderful world of furniture dupes. We can't wait to see what you find!