{"id":30883,"date":"2021-08-26T15:56:18","date_gmt":"2021-08-26T07:56:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/?p=30883"},"modified":"2022-01-04T14:04:55","modified_gmt":"2022-01-04T06:04:55","slug":"luxe-furniture-replicas-gossip-girl-reboot-taobao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/sg\/blog\/luxe-furniture-replicas-gossip-girl-reboot-taobao\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Luxe Furniture Replicas Found In The Gossip Girl Reboot To Ship From Taobao To Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Want your home to look like a million bucks, on a budget? You\u2019ve come to the right place. Here\u2019s your source for all the furniture and homeware dupes that will take you one step closer to the lives of Manhattan\u2019s elite in the Gossip Girl Reboot. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Back in the day, we\u2019d watch the OG<\/em> Gossip Girl series while diligently taking note of Blair Waldorf\u2019s pretty chic outfits, Serena van der Woodsen\u2019s boho-chic looks, or if we were feeling a little bolder, Jenny Humphrey\u2019s goth-fishnet getups. It\u2019s been 8 full years since then, and while the seasons have changed and fashion trends have come and gone \u2014 these days it seems like there\u2019s been a shift in our generation\u2019s focus towards something… adultier.<\/em> Yep, we\u2019re talking furniture and interior design.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While we\u2019re still here for the new cast members, the so-expensive-I-could-cry<\/em> fashion, and the nostalgia trip, we found ourselves drawn to the exquisite pieces found in the hallowed halls of those luxe New York abodes. And we were not the only ones. In a recent article, Architectural Digest<\/a> dissected the homes of our new favourite Upper East Siders and highlighted certain statement items that we had to have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So we took the liberty to help our YouTrip community out by ransacking the ol\u2019 shopping ground till we found a set of compelling Taobao dupes that would evoke the same amount of luxury but at a fraction of the cost. You know you love us! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop The Home: Obie Bergmann IV\u2019s Loft<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While he\u2019s often touted as the Dan Humphrey of the Gossip Girl reboot, Obie Bergmann\u2019s socio-economic status is anything but ordinary. Coming from a family of real estate moguls, it comes as no surprise that Obie managed to score this sick loft located by the iconic East River in Brooklyn, New York. Because of his German roots, the loft incorporates modern German architecture styles without going too<\/em> overboard. After all, Obie is self-professed to be \u2018guilty rich\u2019 and tries his best to avoid coming across as opulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Gaetano Pesce\u2019s \u2018Up\u2019 Chair <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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An icon back in the \u201960s, and still an icon today, the Up Chair is the epitome of a statement piece. Why, you ask? Apart from its innovative use of material, it was a symbol of female oppression. If you look closely, the feminine silhouette comes affixed with a ball and chain and was meant to illustrate the idea of women being prisoners of society \u2014 a conversation starter for sure.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you\u2019re looking to own a poignant yet avant-garde piece of furniture, you can purchase a neat replica from Taobao that\u2019s available in 4 different colourways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a51880 (~S$395.30)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2. FLOS\u2019 Modular Pendant Light <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Contrary to popular belief, you don\u2019t need a high ceiling to put up a pendant light at home. In fact, what Obie has on display can be adapted to fit the cookie-cutter BTO flat! The good folks over at FLOS understood the importance of modularity and designed a series that gave users complete creative freedom. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Choose from 10 individual fixtures and create a permutation that\u2019s uniquely yours. Want a shorter pendant light for the dining table? Go for two to three fixtures. Have an awkward corner in the house you need to fill? Go full-on Obie \u2014 the options are pretty much endless thanks to Taobao!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a5888.30 (~S$186.80) \u2014 Modular pieces sold separately.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3. Gestalt New York\u2019s Ivy Table<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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A coffee table<\/a> is the centerpiece of every home, which is why it\u2019s so important to choose the right one. At first glance, you might be wondering what is so unique about the coffee table sitting in Obie\u2019s living room \u2014 but, as always, the devil is in the details. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Truly a work of art, isn\u2019t it? Now check out our alternative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We understand that the marble aesthetic may not be a look that everyone likes, which is why we kept our Taobao alternative minimalistic yet still a touch industrial to suit any home . <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a5890 (~S$187)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Roll & Hill\u2019s White Bubble Ceiling Fixture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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You might be thinking that Obie\u2019s bubble ceiling light looked rather austere compared to the other expensive furniture pieces in his home\u2014 but if if we ordered the same size for our humble apartments, it would be grossly out of place #RealTalk<\/em>. So to remind our readers that size doesn\u2019t always matter, we found a cheaper and better-fitting alternative for the homes here in sunny Singapore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Because they\u2019re so modestly<\/em> sized, you could even purchase a couple and strategically play with the depth of field, giving your home the illusion of space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a582 (~S$17.40)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop the Home : Max Wolfe\u2019s Townhouse<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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At first glance, you might think the decor in this townhouse is gaudy with a typical old-money aesthetic. On second glance, however, you might begin to notice the purposeful yet kitschy Wes Anderson vibe. And we wouldn\u2019t be surprised. After all, Max Wolfe\u2019s father is an old-school New York-style savant who is unapologetic about his eccentric taste \u2014 and it shows. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5. Alexa Hampton x Theodore Alexander Fringed Green Velvet Sofa <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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We hear that velvet has been making a huge comeback, making this Rococo-era lounge chair a worthy investment. Due to its subdued neutral tone of olive, the sofa remains a perfectly versatile choice for any living room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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While we weren\u2019t able to find an option with the cutesy fringe detailing, don\u2019t let that stop you! We say pay a visit to Spotlight<\/a> and turn this couch into a fun DIY project that won\u2019t break the bank!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price:<\/strong> From \u00a51560 (~S$328)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6. Osborne & Little\u2019s Ponchielle Gold Ornate Wallpaper<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While we\u2019d love to plaster our homes to replicate the grandeur of the chateaus in Versailles, perhaps it might look quite out of place in a HDB (but hey, if you love it, you do you!).  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Therefore we found a less opulent floral pattern that\u2019s still reminiscent of the wallpaper found in Max\u2019s place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a560 (~S$12.60)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7. John Koch Antique American Art Deco Chairs x GP&J Baker Nympheus Velvet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When you pair upholstered furniture with a piece of designer fabric, you get a one-of-a-kind combination that\u2019s going to be hard to even remotely replicate. Thus, we went ahead with an armchair that looked just as comfortable and still a head-turner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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In the most traditional sense, this piece might not shout Art Deco. Still, its polished silhouette and unique shape definitely ticks off some of the boxes. In any case, this piece looks comfortable as hell, and would complement any modern home aesthetic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a51450 (~S$304.90)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/strong>here<\/strong><\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shop the Home: Julien Calloway\u2019s Walk-In Closet<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One look at Julien Calloway, and you can tell that she belongs in the hip Tribeca neighbourhood. Edgy and bold, it\u2019s unsurprising that she is a rising social media star. And as a model and a self-professed make-up lover, it comes as no surprise that Julien\u2019s walk-in closet is one of her prized possessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8. 1st Dibs Chandelier and Vanity Sconces<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you couldn\u2019t tell by now, our beloved upper east siders love a good Victorian-era styled piece.  Of course, that includes the romantic chandelier and sconce set found in Julien\u2019s make-up room. We actually liked that her chandelier remained understated yet elegant.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Therefore, instead of opting for the usual curves and drop crystals, we went ahead with a brass tone fixture with a modern silhouette. If you aren\u2019t too hot about the sconce, you can choose from 15 different designs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price:<\/strong> From \u00a5868 (~S$186.90) \u2014 Chandelier, and \u00a5150 (~S$31.60) \u2014 Sconce<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase your chandelier <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>, and vanity sconce <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9. Tristan Klismos Ivory Sheepskin Vanity Chair<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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In theory, a sheepskin vanity chair sounds amazing.But in hot and humid Singapore, we can\u2019t imagine sitting on sheepskin (preparably faux) for extended periods of time without getting all sweaty. Ugh.<\/em> The solution? Purchase the chair and sheepskin rug separately \u2014 so that you can enjoy the aesthetic but without sitting through the discomfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Since the base is white, you can even lose the sheepskin completely if you so desired! This one\u2019s available in 7 different colours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price: <\/strong>From \u00a5390 (~S$82.10)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10. Caracole Vanity <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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No vanity room is complete without a, well, vanity. We really like the Caracole piece because of its luxe minimalist design \u2014 and the generous amount of storage space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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So we did a little searching and found a piece that is pretty similar. It comes in a decent size too. Perhaps, even as luxe as the real deal? Score!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Price:<\/strong> From \u00a51880 (~S$395.70)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase yours <\/em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ready For Your Upper East Side Makeover?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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While most of us won\u2019t have the luxury of staying in epic penthouses and lofts, we can still take a leaf out of the Gossip Girl book. After all, it has been said that you only need one or two statement furniture pieces<\/a> to define your home. So whether you find yourself wanting a coffee table like Obies\u2019 or a chandelier like Julien\u2019s, we hope that you\u2019ll make use of your YouTrip Card<\/a> and cash in on the attractive Wholesale Exchange Rates<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you have a healthy homeware budget and would prefer to splash out on tried and tested alternatives, you can check out our guides on shopping for furniture locally<\/a> and internationally<\/a>! Or, if you\u2019re on the hunt for other homeware-related products, maybe our cordless vacuum<\/a> and air fryer<\/a> guides might come in handy. Need a refresher on what you can and cannot ship over from Taobao<\/a>? Check out our guide here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you still haven\u2019t gotten your free YouTrip card, use our special promo code <TAOBAO5<\/strong><\/a>> to sign up and receive a free S$5 in your account! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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