My Cousin Vintage

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• Vintage Fabrics for pillows, curtains, etc.

• Taxidermy

• Fenton Hobnail Glass

• Bar Carts

• Hat Boxes

• Pie Safe

• Black & White Photos

• Bar Carts

• Postcards

• Vintage Ads/Magazine Cover Art

• Old Radios, Cameras, Typewriters, Gramophones

• Crochet

I like the sleekness of modern things. The design itself is quite attractive, but to me it lacks depth. It’s like your cousin who wears a Japanese designer whose cuts are as sharp as a chef’s knife, while you prefer the texture, richness and tradition of Chanel. Don’t get me wrong, I love modern design, but preferably not in my home. I’m more of a Refined Industrial gal, I love textures and richness in a room, but I also love traditional pieces that have a history. I’ve always had a love of vintage, even as a child I recall an affinity for homes that had a timeless appeal. Vintage is my go to when I want to start a conversation. The nice thing about vintage decor is that it can incorporate different eras. Some people will continue to love their mid-century credenzas while others will venture to find a Victorian style vanity. I sometimes think I was born in the wrong era.

It is predicted that 2021 will highlight vintage home decor and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Oh to find an oil rain lamp or 1950’s bar cart. We are seeing a revival of art deco styles with peacock plumage and gold trimmings, but because Covid has changed our living spaces, you’re going to find more neutral and earth tones as well as deep moody hues. You can compliment those styles with some really nifty finds around town. I was actually shocked at how many of these local shops there were to accommodate such tastes. What a nice discovery!

So, while we are still cozied up at home, perhaps 2021 will get you motivated to restyle your living and working spaces. A good refresh will change the entire mood of your abode which will lead to inspiration, freshness, and motivation. Items like old typewriters, vintage farm tools, art deco style mirrors, or antique trunks bring a cool nostalgia to any room.

If you are looking for more architectural pieces to add to your home, look no further than Caravati's Inc or Governor's Architectural Antiques. You’ll find unique, historic and detailed fixins from clawfoot tubs to newel posts to ironworks. I have found some beautiful ornate woodwork at these places, including beautiful mantles to transform any den/living room.

Sometimes you can find these things in thrift stores or estate sales, but here are a few vintage vendors here in Richmond to check out:

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