Chumasande MatiwaneUsing vintage-style antiques to decorate your home gives it some unique character and style. It showcases the boldness of what vintage style was about with a personal touch of crafted pieces that have stood the test of time.
Here are some inspiring ways to integrate antiques into your home:
Decorating with vintage antiques
There are many approaches to decorating with vintage. Always choose vintage pieces you love and that fit your style rather than what you think might be valuable. The right antique adds charm to a room with nostalgic moments carried by the piece.
Mix old with new
When decorating with vintage antique pieces there is no need to play match match. Mix your antique pieces with new furnishing to get a sense of both eras. Sticking with style can feel one note and make your home look blend.
If you take time to design your home using both vintage pieces and new modern ones, it can turn into a timeless home infused with old and new style décor.
Opt for quality antique pieces
The appeal of vintage furnishing is about longevity. The materials used were of high-quality hardwoods with unique silks and embroideries. Quality antiques are all about durability and are highly favourably compared to modern designs. Whenever you are purchasing a vintage antique, check the authenticity of the antique pieces.
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Choose pieces with different textures
Vintage pieces had a unique textural feel because of their unique embroideries and materials. Contrast these antiques with your modern home design by using well throughout pieces to make your home feel vintage-like. Old books, worn-out pieces, and artifacts are a unique way to bring about texture.
Not only should you contrast the pieces mix up the pieces according to height.
Embracing vintage textiles
Pieces made by hand with exquisite craftsmanship are a beautiful vintage way to decorate your home. They are made with fabrics from all over the world, which showcase an array of different techniques used to make them.
Cushions, lampshades, or bedspreads are brilliant vintage ways to inject colour and pattern into your interior. These vintage textiles can exude elegance, which makes them easy to mix and match with the rest of your home interior.
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