Basic guide to vintage style
Buying vintage isn't just for hipsters. It's a smart way to reduce your impact by recycling furniture/art/clothing/stuff rather than gobbling up more resources on brand new stuff. And let's face it, they just don't make stuff like they used to. But how does one jump in to the world of vintage after a steady diet of Ikea and hand-me-down sofas?
The gallery below is a visual introduction to the major styles within the vintage period (1885 up through the 1970s). Look through the photos to get an idea of what you like. At the bottom of each slide is a list of terms and names associated with each to help you find what you're looking for on vintage sites like VintageSwank.com, or Craigslist, eBay, Freecycle, etc -- or just to sound knowledgeable at those estate sales.
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