Gathering up old things and repurposing them into decor is one of my MOST favorite things to do.

It can be a fantastic, thrilling experience to invest in vintage home decor trends. 

Y’all, I’ll confess, I may be a flea market junkie!

Trust me!

When you’re on this hunt to find a one-of-a-kind piece, you never know which surprises you’ll run into. 

From 1970s enamel bread boxes…

to ornate gold mirrors…

AND funky sculptures perfect for a kid’s room…

vintage finds can turn into the BEST home decorating ideas. 

Today, we’re taking a deep dive into vintage trends—the latest blast from the past reappearing in our homes.

 

Why Shop Vintage

Before we get into all the nitty-gritty details like when and where to shop for vintage finds (Roundtop!), here are a few reasons why vintage shopping is so wonderful.

Besides the thrill of the hunt and unique finds, vintage shopping is a green alternative. Upcycling someone’s used stuff AND transforming it into something steller is a way to help the planet (reduce landfills)!

Plus, it’s a surefire way to STRETCH your budget.

AND bring items into your home that tell a story.

 

 

Where to buy vintage home decor

Whether or not this style sings to you, I’m confident every person can scavenge something useful when vintage shopping.

Need a ittle inspo? Here are some local spots to check out:

➀ Flea markets

A top fav.

I’ve found everything from enamel Breadboxes, Cotton Stem Wreaths, and vintage tulip crates!

Flea Markets are so great to find goodies like that!

➁ Antique shops

I scoured a few antique shops to achieve that fresh farmhouse look in my Tudor cottage.

My goal here was to finish out this labor of love with rustic glam decor.

I also wanted to accessorize the space with interesting pieces that had history.

➂ Salvage yards or Garage Sales

I once snatched up a charming vintage cabinet at a garage sale for $15!

It was part of the couple’s cabinetry in their historic house, and they pulled it out.

I repurposed it with white chalkboard paint for a client’s display cabinet.

 

➃ Family storage and Grandma’s!

Look no further than grandma’s closet!

Sometimes the search for unique vintage finds starts with our own family’s old keepsakes.

For example, cedar or hope chests are antique traditions that look beautiful at any bed’s foot and makes perfect storage sense.

➄ Thrift stores

Thrift stores are my go-to hotspot for accessories:

• Picture frames.
• BASKETS!
• Mirrors
• Art that needs a little TLC
• And MORE!

 

Do you want to know HOW I shop secondhand in the way to find the best DEALS and treasures? 

Let’s not be cheesy, ya’ll.

You’ll want to avoid a super cluttery look.

It’s always nice to have a few collections of ornaments, figurines, and vintage signs, but if you OVERDO it– it won’t make a great impact. 

We’re aiming for vintage charm, not “hoarder vibes.”

Plus, if you do it right– displaying vintage pieces are such awesome conversation starters. We always think it’s fun to talk to our family or guests about our pieces. 

ONLINE SHOPPER?

There are also ten excellent spots online to find GREAT vintage decor pieces like:

• Charish
• Etsy
• eBay
• Craigslist
• One Kings Lane
• Jayson Home
• 1stdibs
• Everything but the house
• Factory 20

Top 5 Vintage Home Decor Trends 

⓵ Vintage accents from the 1800s and early 1900s.

Like blue ming ceramic canisters and vases or ancient emerald double gourd vase

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We like to mix textures like a burnished gold mirror in juxtaposition with an abstract white wooden frame.

⓷ Floral and bright prints

Occasional chairs upholstered in bright floral prints make a statement in a room.

Using super fun botanical wallpapers in teeny-tiny powder rooms adds a pep.

Floral prints look good just about anywhere.

⓸ Ratan and Wicker Furniture

These warm accents add some zing.

Their texture and deep colors form a seamless contrast with pastel tones.

They’re PERFECT layering pieces, too.

For example, if you want to balance transitional style (and marry vintage and contemporary styles), these pieces can help.

⓹ Vintage Rugs in Bathrooms

Boring bath mats and polyester toilet coverings are out.

Vintage rugs are in.

Place a bright vintage rug right next to a freestanding tub OR double sink console.

It will add a casual but polished appeal.

 

My Favorite Vintage Home Decor Shops in Texas

 

I love me some vintage decor ideas, and here is my favorite spot in Texas:

❷ Roundtop!

-A top antique fair that displays an array of early Americana, Texas primitive and Continential accessories and furniture. 

The tent has items from all sorts of countries, including England and Spain. Plus, they’ve got everything from country to formal to SUPER big (We are in Texas, after all) and teeny-tiny. 

 

 

 

Inspired to vintage shop?

If we haven’t stirred up your vintage curiosity just yet, visit a vintage hotspot just for fun. Even if you don’t buy a piece, go to ENJOY the views and MEET new people.

We know there will be items you see that will inspire you.

We promise you’ll run into collectibles and vintage home decor you never imagined. 

Does your home have a sterile “doctor’s office” or “builder’s build” vibe? If it needs an extra punch with some vintage charm or character, we’re here to help. 

Do you need a custom design? 

HOW I shop secondhand in the way to find the best DEALS and treasures