A Smaller Fortress

A loveseat is a piece of upholstered furniture that is smaller than a sofa. Most sofas can accommodate three or more people, while a loveseat generally seats two. Single-seat furniture like accent chairs and armchairs are also smaller than sofas. Shop a collection of living room furniture on 1stDibs.

No, daybeds are not typically smaller than twin beds. While today's daybeds can be found in all kinds of sizes, they were traditionally in fact the size of a standard twin bed. Variations on the daybed have been developed all over the world, and contemporary examples come in all shapes, upholstery options and sizes. 

Daybeds, which traditionally comprise a simple three-sided frame and twin-size mattress or boxy foam cushion, have a long history that dates back at least to the early Greeks and Romans. Daybeds are no longer limited to twin size, and you're unlikely to find many that are smaller than twin beds.

All manner of daybeds have materialized over the years. There are ornate, unconventional versions created in the Louis XV, Art Deco and Empire styles, while popular mid-century modern iterations include the Barcelona daybed, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich, as well as the Nelson daybed, which architect George Nelson created for Herman Miller in the 1940s. But you don’t have to limit yourself to one of the classics.

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Whether pavé makes a diamond look smaller depends on the piece. Pavé means paved, like a cobblestone road or pathway, because it features a band of diamonds leading up to the primary gemstone. The setting can often create the illusion of a larger diamond because of the added sparkle. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of diamond jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.

A Cartier Juste un Clou bracelet can only be adjusted by Cartier or a professional jeweler. Consult the brand’s website for information about resizing services. The Juste un Clou comes in a range of set sizes, and the Cartier website offers a sizing and measurement guide to confirm your perfect fit. Shop a variety of Cartier Juste un Clou bracelets on 1stDibs.

Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.