If you are a fan of vintage style, and you love to dress in clothes from bygone times because they seem to ooze more class and sophistication than modern clothes, then why not bring some of that olde worlde style to your home decor too? It’ll make your space stand out, complement your own dress style, and make your home much more stylish and sophisticated than the average modern space.
Sound good? Here are some ideas to help you bring vintage style to your decor right now:
- Mix the old with the new
A vintage inspired home does not have to have every single element in the space being vintage, unless you want it to, of course. You can very much mix old and new to come up with a space that is eclectic, interesting and 100 percent you. So, for example, you could place a quaint mid-century lamp on your ultra-sleek and modern console table or you could use a distressed old wooden trunk as an ottoman the end of your modern velvet sleigh bed. Choose things you love and you can find a way to mix and match them so that they work together and create a great new (old) look.
- Timeless is great
It’s also a good idea, when you are bringing any items whether vintage or new, into your home to choose pieces that look timeless, so even those pieces that are not exactly ild, fit in with the vintage look, For example, you can buy Rolex wall clocks new but they have such a classic design that you could [ass them off for being much older, and a wall clock is a good example of vintage home decor style because now that we all have digital watches and phones, they aren’t such a staple of the home as they used to be.
- Hit the antique markets
When it comes to finding pieces that are actually antique, then antique fairs, flea markets and second-hand stores are the best places to visit to find pieces that are truly old, truly unique and truly stylish. Yes you might have to spend a fair bit of time looking around to find the real quality pieces, but it is so worth it when you hit upon that gilded 1920s mirror or that Victorian easy chair.
- Choose a signature era (or blend a few)
You don’t need to commit to a single decade, but picking a focus helps:
- 1920s art deco glamour
- 1950s pastel charm
- 1970s boho warmth
Blend thoughtfully so your home feels curated, not chaotic, and you will end up with something really special.
- Bring in vintage textiles
One of the best ways to give your home a distinctly vintage feel is to use textiles. You can often find vintage textiles, whether it be tapestry curtains from the 50s or patchwork quilts that were made by your ancestors on the Frontier, in antique stores and at flea markets, and layering them up, whether you’re covering your couch or dressing the bed, creates a distinctly cozy, older world charm in pretty much any room.
- Set the tone with color
Color is really important for setting the tone and ensuring that your home really does have a vintage look about it. For example, rich regal reds and purples can give a Victorian look to your home, whereas pale pinks and seafoam greens can transform your space and send it back to the 50s. You’ll need to look at period photos or illustrations from the era you are looking to emulate if you want to get your colour scheme right, but don’t be afraid to mix things up a little if you think you can get the tone of the period right without sticking so closely to the actual color schemes they used – it’s your home after all and you can do whatever feels right.
- Wallpaper works too
Period-specific wallpaper is also a good way for you to bring a touch of vintage style to your home. For example, William Morris wallpaper works better than pretty much anything else to give the home a period 19th-century feel, and it has been pretty much continuously produced since Morris’ time. You can often find vintage 60s, 70s and 80s wallpaper on eBay or at flea markets too, so hunt the right paper down and you almost won’t have to do anything else to get your home looking older in the best way possible.
- Retro lighting is a must
Think scalloped lampshades, Tiffany-style stained glass, amber glass pendant lights, or industrial metal lamps. Lighting does way more than just illuminate your home, right? It sets the mood of the era, so choosing the right pieces can really make it feel like you’re sitting in a 1920s speakeasy when you’re in your kitchen or a 50s diner in the dining room. It’s really important, so do your research and choose just the right pieces.
- Showcase vintage art and posters
Another really simple, really fun, and really cool is to bring more vintage style to your home is by hunting down and hanging period artworks and posters. This could include anything like old movie posters, botanical prints, maps, sewing patterns, or magazine covers. Frame them cleanly for a modern-vintage look. Vintage artwork adds personality and tells a story not only about the past, but who you are now and what you are into, too.
- Display collections creatively
Tea cups, cameras, vinyl records, glass bottles, enamelware, or retro toys—whatever you collect, display it with intention. A few curated vignettes look charming; shelves overloaded with clutter… not so much.
As you can see, there are lots of things you can do to bring vintage style to your home, so if you love the vintage look and you want to make your home really stand out, why not try a few of the things on this list right now? Your home will thank you for its fancy, sophisticated, new look.
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