BUYING ANTIQUES? HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

One of my favourite pastimes is the hunt for furniture—whether at auctions, antique stores, flea markets, or the maze of online marketplaces. My love for antiques isn’t a passing hobby; it’s an obsession - haha! I rarely buy anything new, and honestly, I’d trade a week on a beach for a road trip through rural France, hopping from one antique shop to the next. No question!

There’s nothing quite like the rush of finding a piece that makes your heart skip a beat. It’s the thrill of discovery—a mix of adrenaline and hope—like striking gold, but with more charm and fewer pickaxes. But let’s be honest: it’s not always easy! The hunt can be challenging, sometimes stressful, and often leaves you wondering whether you’ve found a hidden treasure or a cleverly disguised dud.

Antique furniture can be a puzzle wrapped in layers of history, but when you finally uncover that one-of-a-kind piece that fits effortlessly into your home (and for a great price!), it’s all worth it.

So let me share some tips I live buy when buying antiques/vintage.