Well, why not?! Here’s five reasons why it’s a great choice for any home!

1. Uniqueness

   Most vintage items are singular finds. Each vintage item has lived a separate life, and because of that, most of the time, even if it was mass produced at some point, it’s unique circumstances have made it one of a kind. When adding vintage to a space, you’re adding an element that can’t be replicated easily. These add interest and depth to a space, as well as telling a story.  This is especially true with family heirlooms, things acquired in places that are special to us, or pieces that were just lucky finds.

2. Quality 

In a throwaway society, quality is available, but it is not always accessible on the average budget. Common things used to be built to last and to be enjoyed for many years and often many generations. Because these items are made this way, vintage is easy to maintain- and sometimes even gets better with age

3. Good for the planet

This seems like a no-brainer but it’s a big deal. The less demand for new items, the fewer resources used in manufacturing and transporting them. The less disposable goods we use, the less goes into landfills. That’s good for all of us, and future generations.

4. Fun to shop for

With sites like eBay and Etsy and Chairish and so many more, it’s easy to look for very specific pieces and find something that exactly fits the bill. The range in pricing also makes certain styles much more accessible for whatever budget you dealing with. If you enjoy shopping in person, what could be more fun than digging through local antique malls and flea markets and eclectic shops with vintage inventory? And then there’s the thrill of finding just the perfect thing- pure adrenaline! 

5. Supporting small businesses 

This is definitely another feel good aspect of purchasing vintage. Most businesses selling vintage are small businesses, run by a family or an individual. If you go the thrift store route, a lot of those support nonprofits. Your purchase makes a much larger impact for these sellers than for mass retailers. Everyone loves charming mom and pop shops. We all complain when areas become filled with chain stores, but without the community support, financially, this is a predictable outcome. Vintage stores are no exception.

I’d love to hear the reasons why you  sometimes choose vintage, please share in the comments!

 (or small businesses any day?)

I'll say up front that I am in on planning a Small Business Event with Peacock's Design & Consign (a local business), and my Etsy Crew, so I'm not completely without agenda as I write this. In fact, I want you to come to this event or one like it if you are not in the Tampa Bay area.