The Hunt, Antiquing 101

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Ohhh the hunt.  You either love it, or hate it.  Truthfully up until a few years ago I hated the hunt.  All the waiting, the searching, the haggling for just the right piece that will fit perfectly in just that one right little space.  But over the past few years I’ve begun to love the hunt.  For me searching for something vintage or antique provides the perfect unexpected mix in my home, or my client’s home.  And while I’m no expert at finding all things antique I am getting better, and when all else fails I just trust my gut.  If it works for you, then it works.  So I thought I’d share my favorite online, and not so online, antique haunts and you tell me do you love the hunt?  Truly, MKR

My Top Ten…One Kings Lane  OKL is my go to for everything things home, new and old, but their vintage selection is always well curated and well priced.  ||  1st Dibs  1st Dibs is the Rolls Royace of antiques.  Designers and curators alike spill all their secret sources to 1st Dibs.  If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, you likely won’t find it.  ||  Chairish  A mix between OKL and Craigs List Chairish allows designers and tastemakers to list their own pieces (both new and old) to sell and even allows you to haggle on price.  ||  Etsy  While it’s harder to verify if something is actually vintage or authentic on Etsy, it’s still worth the look.  ||  Bobo Intriguing Objects  This is an Atlanta gem, and one I’ve been shopping at for the past for years.  Unfortunately it’s only open to designers and retailers, so grab your designer friends and make an appointment.  Though market is always the best time to shop as inventory is highest.  ||  Scott Antique Market  An Atlanta and Ohio MUST, Scott’s rolls into town one weekend each month and trust me, it will take the entire weekend to get through everything.  Get there on Thursday for the best finds.  ||  Deconet  For the 20th century modern furniture lovers, this is your global marketplace.  ||  Furnishly  Furnishly’s team curates sales from all over the marketplace to allow much less searching.  ||  Lushpad  The best site for all things modern.  ||  Live Auctioneers  another online bidding site, similar to e-Bay, though this one has a fantastic app so you never have to miss out on your find.

Photography, Kathryn McCrary  |  Location, Bobo Intriguing Objects

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…AS SHOWN…Jacket, All Saints  |  Gingham Shirt, J.Crew  |  Feathered Tank, Anthropologie (on sale now)  |  Jeans, Paige c/o  |  Bag, Givenchy (old, similar HERE)  |  Booties, Sigerson Morrison (on major sale & also in grey)  |  Glasses, Warby Parker c/o  |  Cuff, Hermes (previously owned version HERE, less expensive version HERE)

 

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  • And Sweet & Spark for Curated Vintage Jewelry 🙂

  • And Sweet & Spark for Vintage Jewelry 🙂

  • Hi Martha!

    This is an amazing post! As another fellow Michigan girl, I must admit that I love visiting Atlanta and going to Scott’s Antique Market! It’s the best! Bobo Intriguing Objects looks amazing too!

    –Cait
    The Ladies McCann
    http://wwww.theladiesmccann.com

  • Melissa / 01.27.2015

    If you’re shopping in Atlanta, you should definitely check out Highland Row Antiques (especially if you are looking for mid century modern pieces)! They have good prices, a relaxed atmosphere, and they have basement markets the 1st Sat. of most months. For the basement market, they fill the basement with truckloads of new arrivals!

  • I’ve been wanting to go antiquing but never know where to start. Loving this outfit too!

    xo Jessica
    http://www.mystylevita.com

  • Thanks for sharing some of your favorite places to hunt for antiques! 🙂 I’ve been trying to compile a list of online vendors that sell antiques, but had only One Kings Lane & Charish, so far. I love Charish’s selection! They have such fun, unique pieces at reasonable prices. I can’t wait to check the others out!

  • I love people who can find just the right antiques to mix with modern pieces. Thanks for sharing different places to shop at various price points. I’ve always assumed that antiquing was an expensive venture and shied away from it. Can’t wait to check them out!

  • Chrissy / 01.28.2015

    Awesome! I haven’t heard of so many of these places. I can’t wait to check them out! I also like using Krrb for a good score in my neighborhood!

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