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Let\u2019s start with clarifying that as we dig into things to know about a gentleman\u2019s chest, we are of course talking about the furniture, not a gentleman\u2019s chest of the human kind either with or sans hair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I like to think of a gentleman\u2019s chest as a quiet piece full of function, quiet because we don\u2019t often talk about \u201cmen\u2019s furniture\u201d and full of function because the gentleman\u2019s chest of yesterday can be used in several new ways today.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Carlisle Gentleman’s Chest with Hidden Compartment<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

What is a gentleman’s chest?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A gentleman\u2019s chest is so named for its tall cabinet section that offers enough length to hang dress pants, ties, suits, and other hanging clothing. The design features a column of drawers with a large cabinet for hanging clothes beside the drawers. Some chests have a rod for hanging clothes, while others have shelves instead. Many models also feature drawers at the base of the chest as well as a small stand on top for storing hats.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Torrent Mission Gentleman’s Chest<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Inspiration for the gentleman\u2019s chest came during the Victorian era. Let\u2019s think of men’s wardrobes at that time, particularly, affluent men. Their wardrobes included not only pants and shirts, but a plethora of accessories including gloves, hats, caps, cravats or neckties, and bowties, not to mention accessories like monogrammed handkerchiefs, wallets, pocket watches and pipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The need to organize and store the many components of a man\u2019s wardrobe at the time brought forth the gentleman\u2019s chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is a bachelor’s chest the same as a gentleman’s chest?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not to be mistaken for a gentleman\u2019s chest, the bachelor\u2019s chest features a slightly different design. Early models from the late 17th<\/sup> century featured graduated drawers with a hinged top that could fold outward to be used as a writing surface. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bachelor\u2019s chest is smaller and narrower than the gentleman\u2019s chest, with just 3 to 4 drawers and no cabinet for hanging clothes. The original design was intended for someone who doesn\u2019t need a lot of clothing storage, hence the bachelor title. Drawers provide room for the essentials from shirts to toiletries.  Often bachelor\u2019s chests can be used as nightstands<\/a> for their smaller size and storage. Initially they were just the right storage for a bachelor pad that was assumed to be a smaller space.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Gregory Small Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Are gentleman’s chests still made and used?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While men\u2019s wardrobes are likely not as large as those men used during Victorian times, gentleman\u2019s chests are still made and in use. With the storage they offer, there are new ways of using this attractive storage chest throughout your home.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Rustic Wood Dutton Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

What are some new ways to use a gentleman’s chest?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Storage for small bedrooms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The combination of drawers and cabinet in a gentleman\u2019s chest can add just the right storage to a small bedroom or guest room.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish David Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

As a stand in closet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The gentleman\u2019s chest is a good storage solution to use if there\u2019s no closet space or a small closet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hallway storage for seasonal clothing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This style chest offers a great space for mittens, scarves, beanies and other fall and winter clothing to be tucked away during the warmer months.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Lydia Mission Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

As additional storage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With the variety of small, medium and large drawers with added cabinet space, a gentleman\u2019s chest of drawers can add storage throughout the home. In bedroom, guest bedroom, hallway, family room or living room,<\/a> this handy cabinet has the room to hold items in a range of sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Milan Solid Wood Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

New Ways to Use a Bachelor’s Chest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As a nightstand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With just a few drawers and its smaller size, bachelor’s chests have become a nice choice to serve as nightstands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As end tables<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many can fit alongside the sofa or in living room corners to host lamps. The drawers can come in handy to store DVDs, music, video games and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As additional storage around the home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Imagine a bachelors chest set up in the hallway or foyer with a mirror, perhaps a lamp and some family photos on top? The drawers can serve well for items like keys, phone chargers and other things to grab quickly on your way out the door. Three drawers can come in handy in many spaces throughout the home.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Amish Edna Sleigh Gentleman’s Chest of Drawers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

There you have it, the things to know about a gentleman\u2019s chest (and a bachelor’s chest). Would one come in handy in your home?<\/p>\n

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