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Vintage Collecting

Kelly Mosby, owner of Curate Character, offers tips on collecting vintage items

Vintage Favorites 

I love a piece that stands the test of time, adds character and is unique and functional. I have a pair of mirrors that I adore; they are vintage 1970s rattan in a high gloss black. Another favorite is a set of vintage chinoiserie prints of my grandmother’s. I hosted my family this year for Thanksgiving, and my mom was teary as she noticed them hanging in our dining room.  

Why Invest 

The quality, the story behind a piece, a slice of history, the added character and investing in vintage is also investing in your environment. 

Popular Items

Silver and vintage glassware. There seems to be a prohibition renaissance, and I am here for it! 

Where to Find Vintage

Estate sales are your best bet. You can browse a lifetime of treasured items from plates to art, furniture, vases, glassware, vinyls, vintage frames, and jewelry. Estatesales.net is a great resource. It’s a gamble but I love the thrill of the hunt! Sleepy Poet is also a great local antique mall. Go with an item in mind or get lost for hours perusing the aisles. 

Curate Character

Start small. This is a process, and that’s the fun part! Buy items that bring you joy. Pick a space and add some vintage books, a vintage trinket dish, upgrade your barware. Vintage pieces provide that lovely layered feel that big box companies miss. The home is where you invest in your family and friends; make sure you curate character.  

You can find vintage treasures at Curate Character via the Instagram page @curatecharacter