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There are several decorative lines that can be used to make your corner look like you. One of them is the vintage style, characterized by the rescue of original furniture pieces that have not been modified or modernized.
According to Solange Barbanini, interior designer at Sol Barbanini, there is no specific date that delimits the beginning of this style, but the use of what seems to be from another time."The specialist says that furniture, chandeliers, and products from the 50's, 60's, and 70's can be contrasted with modern, clean, and bold environments, and compose unique spaces, full of charm and history.
When it comes to the advantages of this decorative line, Millena Miranda, architect and owner of the office that bears her name, says that the main ones are the originality of the pieces and the exclusivity conferred in most cases.
Learn how to integrate the vintage influence in different environments, through the tips of experts Millena Miranda and Solange Barbanini and get inspired with amazing pictures of the style.
Vintage x Retro
In addition to vintage style, there is also retro style. Because both refer to old influences, confusion between the terms is common.
Vintage is a rescue of the original furniture of a time, whereas retro is the current reinterpretation of a past style," teaches Millena. designer Solange says that retro pieces are usually more expensive than the current ones, but more affordable than vintage pieces because they are produced by the current industry.
Millena also gives advice on how to use each style: "vintage style pieces can be used in the middle of a more classic decoration, Provençal, where you want to rescue past styles, and the retro style can be inserted in a modern decoration, because it is ludic", she says.
How to apply the vintage style in each environment
"The style has already conquered fashion and decoration, the environments become extremely charming without the need to spend a lot to create them. Garnering objects in antique stores, fairs, antique furniture stores, and even your grandmother's house is often the solution to add the style to your home decoration", explains Sol Barbanini.
See tips and inspirations for adding this decorative line in different rooms of the house and make it even more charming.
Vintage Rooms
The living room is an environment usually linked to coziness and relaxation, so the vintage style can be a good inspiration for decorating the space, since it brings with it sober tones and the nostalgic delicacy of the old.
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Millena advises adding style to the room through pictures with antique frames and pieces such as lamps, tables, chairs, and original period sideboards. "Old lamps, clocks and radios, old family portraits, and country flower arrangements in old bottles also help to set the mood," adds Solange.
Vintage Rooms
Again, coziness is an essential part of the composition of the environment. Since it is a very personal space, vintage can be added quite freely, leaving it up to you to adopt a more subtle style (with just a few key objects) or a complete one (with the influence in the furniture, colors, and decoration).
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According to architect Millena, pastel shades can help: "Adopt the style through the use of colors such as pink, blue, green and light yellow, either on the walls, bedding or pillows. That old grandma's dresser can also be used", she indicates.
Vintage kitchens
In the kitchen it is possible to invest in the design of the appliances and the dining table. However, it is a bit complicated to find old appliances that still work or that fulfill all the needs of a modern kitchen. In these cases, it might be easier to invest in retro pieces.
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As for the furniture, it is now easier to find truly vintage pieces. Solange says that tables and chairs can be picked up at an antique store.
Bathrooms
In the bathroom, vintage decoration looks charming and is even a solution for those who enjoy the style, but don't want to use it in the whole house.
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Millena tells us that it is possible to invest in antique tiles, vintage colors, faucets, and golden accessories, as well as a mirror with a beautiful frame and a cabinet that is characteristic of the style.
External Areas
In outdoor areas, the application of this style brings many possibilities and is a great alternative to make your balcony, garden, or backyard more romantic and cozy.
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Architect Millena Miranda's tips are to invest in original chairs, benches, tables, and vases from the period, while designer Solange reminds us of the possibility of using elements with a nostalgic air, such as old cages and bicycles.
5 cool tips to avoid making a mistake when adopting the style
After learning how to apply the vintage style in every room of the house, here are some tips on how not to go wrong when adopting this decorative line.
- Define an inspiration: "If you like dark, heavy, baroque furniture, choose the 20's and 30's. If the idea is to give the room a more romantic atmosphere, bet on pieces from the 50's and 60's, but if the taste is really for vibrant colors and differentiated forms of furniture and accessories, the best bet is to search for items from the 70's and 80's, because linesmaximalists are strongly present in these decades", defines Solange.
- Use colors as allies: colors are a considerably quick way to bring a vintage air to a room or piece: "use vintage colors, such as pink and light blue, on the walls, pillows, rugs, pictures, blankets," advises Millena. patterns such as floral, stripes, hearts, and polka dots are also great alternatives.
- Enjoy and learn the art of mining: "Nowadays, rescuing family pieces and tireless visits to furniture stores, bazaars, and fairs have been frequent in the lives of clients and decorators who love this style," says Sol.
- Select objects with personality: according to designer Solange Barbanini, when the expression "vintage" is mentioned, the furniture with legs that were so popular in the 50's and 60's come to mind, as well as colorful and futuristic appliances. when buying a piece of vintage furniture or appliance, take into consideration the texture, pattern, color and design of the piece, but mainly if it will blend in with the rest of the house and please the guests.The piece must have enough personality to call the eye's attention, but without causing discomfort through exaggeration.
- Don't weigh your hand: The architect Millena advises not to use too many vintage objects at once, so the piece gains a highlight and a tone of exclusivity and the environment doesn't get too heavy. Therefore, mix the objects with a current decoration and always use balance and harmony as watchwords.
8 vintage decorating ideas to do at home
As an alternative to the difficulty of access to vintage or retro objects, it is possible to opt for the famous DIY projects (handmade objects made by yourself). Here are 8 tutorials of vintage ideas for you to test and use at home.
1. vintage picture wall
This video doesn't actually teach how to create something, but gives a hint to assemble a composition of paintings on the wall, with a lot of charm and without unnecessary holes. See the complete step by step here.
2. ice cream stick centerpiece
This vase is perfect for those who love the romantic touch of vintage decoration.
3. sewing machine foot trimmer
Here is an idea for those who still have at home that old grandmother's sewing machine. It is possible to create an amazing vintage piece using the machine's feet. The result is a unique, strong and very charming piece. See the tutorial.
4. flower vase and pencil holder with glass jar
Versatile and easy, this vase is a way to reuse the glass jars in your house and make them beautiful and personalized decorations. The idea serves as a flower vase or to store whatever you want (pencils, makeup brushes, among other things). Learn how to create your own here.
5. pineapple lamp
This luminaire brings with it a vintage touch and a pinch of fun. The step-by-step is quite simple, after all it consists only of combining ready-made elements. Check out the tutorial here.
6. retro lampshade
This is a super cute and easy idea to make at home, and totally adaptable to your taste. To learn how to produce this super charming lampshade, just click here.
Where to buy vintage decoration
Besides the option of creating your own vintage/retro pieces, it is also possible to buy them in antique and used furniture stores in general. In case you don't want to go looking for a nice store in your city, there is a plethora of amazing vintage products to buy online. Here are some options:
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Whether vintage or retro, with these tips and inspirations you just need to find the objects that translate this style and, above all, match you and leave your house oozing charm.
