What is the difference between a wardrobe and an armoire?

An armoire is a type of wardrobe .

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Q: What is the difference between an armoire and wardrobe?

An armoire is a type of wardrobe . A wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. An armoire is freestanding, usually wooden and has one or two doors plus a hanging bar.

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Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Burl Chrome Armoire Wardrobe Mid-Century

By Milo Baughman

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin burl and chrome armoire/wardrobe. This piece is very rare and hard to find, this is the 1st time we have ever had one.

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By Directional

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Directional Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Armoire Dresser This armoire measures: 27 wide x 18.25 deep x 71 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Small Scratch on Front Left Door. Sm...

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Located in Berlin, DE

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H 71.5 in W 46.5 in D 21.5 in

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By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hudson, NY

Rare armoire in ebony limed oak with corner fittings, legs, brackets and escutcheons in chrome; interior with hanging bar. Secession period, most likely Vienna. School of Josef Hoffm...

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By Leon Rosen, Pace Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

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Located in Denville, NJ

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Located in Copenhagen K, DK

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Restored Bauhaus Cabinet, by H.J.Hagemann, Mücke-Melder, Czech, 1930s

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By Mücke & Melder, Hermann John Hagemann

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

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Jay Spectre for Century Furniture Cerused Oak and Chrome Armoire

Located in South Bend, IN

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Mid-Century Chrome Large Wardrobe with Ten Hangers and Nine Hocks

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Canadian Vintage Rosewood Wardrobe by Roger Rougier

By Milo Baughman, Roger Rougier

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French Mid-Century Lacquered Armoire by André Arbus, Circa 1940s

$95,000

$3,183Sale Price|25% Off

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By Thayer Coggin, Milo Baughman

Located in Topeka, KS

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$944

H 63 in W 34.26 in D 18.9 in

Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

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Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

$5,450

H 67.5 in W 47 in D 21 in

Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Miami, FL

Pierre Chapo Style 2 doors French Armoire.

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Chrome Armoire Wardrobe For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chrome armoire wardrobe for your home. A chrome armoire wardrobe — often made from metal, wood and chrome — can elevate any home. Find 41 options for an antique or vintage chrome armoire wardrobe now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chrome armoire wardrobe, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right chrome armoire wardrobe, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chrome armoire wardrobe over the years, but those crafted by Rudolf Vichr, Compactom and GMD Berlin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Finding the Right Wardrobes-armoires for You

When shopping for antique and vintage wardrobes and armoires for your home, there are several things to keep in mind, not least of which is question number 1:

What is the difference between an armoire and a wardrobe?

The difference between an armoire and a wardrobe is actually simple: An armoire is merely an ornate wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods.

Antique and vintage armoires, on the other hand, are freestanding, heavy wooden structures that typically feature decorative metal hinges and pictorial carvings. Armoires are large cabinets that aren’t outfitted with the varied storage features that wardrobes now commonly have. Armoires often have one or two doors and a hanging bar and allow for quick access. Whether a minimalist mid-century modern wardrobe or grandiose Victorian-era armoire is the right fit for you, both are highly functional furnishings and can be a smart storage solution.

Armoires have been around since medieval times, and initially they may have housed weapons and armor. In their early days, armoires were often adorned with elaborate carvings and lavish paintings, particularly in Renaissance-era France. During the 18th century and later, armoires were widely known as “presses” for hanging clothes, and they were so large that they swallowed up the room where they stood.

In today’s modern homes, an antique armoire can be a striking, architectural work of art amid comparably unadorned furnishings. Whether you’re using your piece in the kitchen for cookware or as a food pantry, in the bedroom for clothes or in the living room as a media console, it will likely become a lovable focal point.

The evolution of the armoire can be seen in today’s corner wardrobes, which may rest on an asymmetrical base to account for corner placement, and even mirrored wardrobes, which feature a mirror affixed to the inside panel of one of the doors for convenience. Contemporary wardrobes commonly feature additional sliding trays and drawers and hanging space for clothing or linens, and the cabinet doors make them ideal for concealing televisions and computer monitors when such devices aren’t in use.

When choosing the right wardrobe or vintage armoire for your home, it’s good to have the following in mind: What are you planning to store in it? How much of what you’re storing will need to be housed in it? It should be big enough to accommodate your needs. What is the size of the room where your wardrobe or armoire will live? A large new piece of furniture in a modest space can easily become a hindrance if you have to navigate your way around it during your daily routine, so be mindful of the area you'll need in order to move freely.

Whether you are looking for an antique walnut armoire or a simple contemporary wardrobe, find the right piece for your home today on 1stDibs.

Questions About Chrome Armoire Wardrobe

What is the difference between an armoire and wardrobe?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe. A wardrobe is a tall storage cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. An armoire is freestanding, usually wooden and has one or two doors plus a hanging bar.
What is the difference between a wardrobe and an armoire?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An armoire is a type of wardrobe.

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