When Style Meets Function: Our Leopard Print Bugsby Finds Home with Dilly Carter
, by Ruth Wilbur, 6 min reading time
At Vintage Sofa Co. we’ve always believed that beauty and practicality shouldn’t be in competition. That’s why when our Bugsby in Leopard Print found its way to professional declutterer and home-styling guru Dilly Carter of @declutterdollies, it felt like the perfect match.
Dilly Carter is known for her no-nonsense approach to clutter. She doesn’t simply make things look Insta-ready; she designs spaces that work, for busy lives, for growing families, for people who want to spend less time tidying and more time living, most famously as the expert pro-organiser on the Bafta nominated NTA winning TV show Sort Your Life Out @sortyourlifeout.
Her philosophy is refreshingly honest: there’s no point in styling a home that looks perfect but doesn’t fit your everyday routines, we LOVE this sentiment, it’s at the heart of our design ethos: making things that are not only striking, but also practical and made to last. We always say you should buy once, well!
A Match Made in Leopard Heaven
Dilly already had leopard print on her ceiling, so when she discovered our Bugsby through Sach’s hot-pink sofa post, it was serendipity. As she puts it:
“There are so many different leopard prints so finding the perfect one for my new office space was a hard task, so luckily after seeing Sacha’s new hot pink sofa I discovered @vintagesofa, thank you Sach! This sofa is called The Bugsby and is a 3 seater in the most gorgeous velvet leopard gold. It’s so comfy and the perfect cosy backdrop for office calls or just having some downtime!”
Comfort That Works as Hard as It Looks
Like us, Dilly believes beautiful design should work. Her Bugsby isn’t just a centrepiece for her office, it’s become a space for meetings, downtime, and even family sleepovers (her daughter Nelly has already rated it 10/10 for comfort). Even Buddy the dog approves, often found curled up right beside her.
The Bugsby embodies this balance. Yes, it’s a head-turner in leopard velvet. But it’s also built for everyday life, for curling up, for working, for living, that’s why it’s designed with reversible seat cushions for double the wear and built with foam and feather atop of serpentine springs for the ultimate in luxe lounging and longevity.
Designed for You
While Dilly’s office sings with leopard spots, the Bugsby doesn’t stop there. As she reminded her followers:
“You don’t have to have it in leopard, you could have zebra, or a colour of your choice. Custom made means you choose.”
That’s the joy of bespoke creations at Vintage Sofa Co. We love creating a sofa that fits your personality and your space, not just today but for the long haul. You can find your perfect sofa, a one-of-a-kind piece that suits you and your family and lifestyle.
Style Meets Sentiment
Perhaps what makes this story even more special is the setting. Dilly’s office is in what was once her mum’s house, a space she’s lovingly transformed into something fresh, functional, and deeply personal. Just as she helps her clients find beauty and practicality in their homes, she’s shaped her own environment with that same philosophy.
Dilly Carter waited 30 years for her leopard-print sofa of dreams, and we couldn’t be prouder that it turned out to be our Bugsby. It’s bold, it’s practical, and it works. Because at the end of the day, beautiful design should never just sit pretty. It should work hard, live well, and tell your story.
Thank you for choosing us Dilly, we've loved being a part of your story x
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