Explore the best antique stores and vintage markets guide, from New England to Paris and beyond. This essential guide shares where to shop, how to style your finds, and the road trip stops that make vintage hunting an adventure.
Looking to explore the best antique stores and vintage markets guide from New England to beyond?? This curated guide is your go-to resource for discovering charming antique shops, one-of-a-kind vintage markets, seasonal events, and unforgettable road trip destinations across Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, and even a few favorite stops in New York, Canada, and Paris.
As a lifelong vintage lover and New England local, I’ve gathered my favorite off-the-beaten-path spots, the places locals actually go, to help you skip the overpriced tourist markets and crowded antique fairs. You’ll find my most-loved travel routes, styling ideas, hidden gems, and must-see stops to inspire your own treasure-filled adventures. Whether you’re a weekend browser or a seasoned collector, this guide has everything you need to shop vintage with confidence and style your finds with soul.
Ready to Embrace Vintage Decorating?
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What You’ll Find in This Antique Stores and Vintage Markets Guide
Whether you’re planning a weekend road trip or simply love the thrill of discovering hidden treasures, this guide is packed with real-life stops, seasonal inspiration, and vintage shopping highlights from my travels across Maine, Vermont, and beyond. From charming antique stores to vintage markets you won’t find in the glossy magazines, here’s what you’ll find inside:
Vintage Home Decorating Guides and Styling Inspiration
Are you curious about vintage decor but don’t know where to start? These cornerstone guides are packed with seasonal styling tips, how-tos, and inspiration to help you confidently decorate with charm and character.
Antique Stores and Vintage Markets Shopping Guides by State and Region
The Best Places to Shop Antique Stores and Vintage Markets in New England, One Region at a Time
Ready to plan your next vintage treasure hunt? These curated guides highlight my favorite antique stores and vintage markets, and hidden gems across Maine and Vermont. From charming coastal towns to scenic backroads, each guide shares can’t-miss destinations, decorating finds, and seasonal stops that make antiquing in New England an experience worth revisiting every season.
Best Thrift Stores in Vermont (and My Favorite Vintage Shops Across New England)
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Best Thrift Stores in Maine (And My Favorite Vintage Shops Too)
→ Your guide to the best thrift and vintage shops along the scenic Maine coast and beyond.
Plan the Ultimate Thrift Store Road Trip: A Seasonal Antique Stores and Vintage Markets Guide
→ Ready to hit the road in search of hidden vintage gems? This seasonal Antique Stores and Vintage Markets Guide takes you beyond the map with creative thrift store road trip tips, from what to pack to how to find the best antique shops, flea markets, and small-town treasure troves. Whether you’re cruising cross-country or planning a weekend adventure, this guide is your go-to for year-round vintage shopping inspiration. Featured by AARP in their: Hit the Road for a Thrift Trip article.
Vintage Coastal New England Decorating Ideas
Looking for vintage coastal decor ideas? Explore timeless New England decorating inspiration, thrifted finds, and creative ways to style your coastal home.
Best Antique Stores and Vintage Markets in New England: Shop With Me for Seasonal Decor Finds
Join me as I explore some of the best antique stores and vintage markets across New England, from curated barn sales and estate shops to architectural salvage yards and charming general stores. You’ll find coastal treasures at Cabot Mill Antiques and Chandler & Co., restoration gold at the Old House Parts Company, seasonal favorites at Sage Farm Antiques, and nostalgic charm at spots like the Vermont Country Store.
Each blog post takes you behind the scenes, where to go, what I found, and how I styled it, so you can plan your own antique shopping adventure with vintage charm at every stop.
Vintage Market Days Vermont: Seasonal Antique Shopping and One-of-a-Kind Vintage Decor Finds
From antique sleds and cobbler racks to Jack Jumpers and charming market moments, Vintage Market Days Vermont has become one of my favorite seasonal events for discovering the best antique stores and vintage markets in the region.
Below you’ll find all my blog posts from these unforgettable weekends, what I found, how I styled it, and tips for planning your own visit. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just love a good market stroll, these posts offer a peek inside the experience and the vintage treasures that make this event so special.
Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Series
Love cozy winter charm and antique alpine finds? Don’t miss our Vintage Ski Lodge Decor Series, where I share nostalgic winter decorating ideas, vintage ski gear styling, and charming pieces inspired by Vermont’s snowy mountain life.
Goodwill Northern New England: Seasonal Vintage Home Decor and Secondhand Styling Ideas
As part of my seasonal collaboration with Goodwill Northern New England, I shop local Goodwill NNE stores across Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont to uncover unique secondhand home decor pieces that I style throughout my spaces.
From spring vignettes to cozy winter arrangements, these blog posts share how you can decorate your home with affordable, vintage-inspired decor, blending creativity, sustainability, and timeless charm in every season. Several of these trips even led me to the best antique stores and vintage markets nearby, which I’ve included for extra inspiration.
Try a Styling Tip!
Looking for simple, vintage-inspired decorating ideas you can try in an afternoon? Explore all my Styling Tips for easy seasonal projects, quick DIYs, and creative ways to style your home with charm.
Antique Shopping Road Trips to the Best Antique Stores and Vintage Markets by RV
Scenic Routes, Vintage Finds, and Secondhand Stops Across New England and Canada
Whether you’re planning a scenic drive through Vermont or heading up the coast of Maine in an RV, these antique shopping road trips will take you straight to some of the best antique stores and vintage markets I’ve discovered along the way. From tucked-away barn sales to charming village shops, each post shares where I stopped, what I found, and how I styled those treasures once I got home. These adventures mix small-town charm with vintage decor inspiration, all fueled by the joy of the hunt.
Want to explore more? Browse the blog posts below and visit my full guide, Antiquing Road Trips and Vintage Travel Finds by RV, for detailed itineraries, travel tips, and how I style my vintage finds along the way.
Start Here: Your Guide to Vintage, Thrifted, and Antique Home Decorating
Looking for a welcoming place to begin? Start with my Start Here page, where I share favorite vintage decorating ideas, thrifted finds, and styling inspiration from our cozy New England homes in Vermont and Coastal Maine.
Thrifting with the Gals: Vintage Home Decor, Styling Tips, and Finds from Coast to Coast
Each month, a group of vintage-loving bloggers, from New England to the South and Midwest, comes together to share our favorite decorating finds, styling ideas, and experiences shopping the best antique stores and vintage markets across the country. I represent New England’s vintage scene, while the other gals bring their unique perspectives from Florida, Minnesota, and North Carolina.
We share everything from where we shop and what we paid, to how we styled our antique and vintage home decor finds in real-life rooms. It’s a fun, inspiring series that celebrates the joy of vintage decorating, antique shopping, and discovering one-of-a-kind pieces that bring character to your home.
Want more? Visit the full series here: Thrifting with the Gals to explore each month’s vintage finds, decorating stories, and styling inspiration:
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Antique Stores and Vintage Market Shopping Tips and Vintage Home Decor Styling Ideas
My Favorite Home Decor Finds, Lessons Learned, and What to Look For (or Leave Behind) When Antique Shopping for Your Home
Whether you’re new to antique shopping or already love the thrill of the hunt, these posts are filled with decorating tips, personal stories, and real-life lessons from my adventures exploring the best antique stores and vintage markets. I share the home decor finds I always bring home (and what I skip), along with honest reflections on building a space filled with meaningful, collected style.
These are the blog posts that have resonated most with readers, and even caught the attention of Google Discover, all rooted in my love for antiquing for home decor across New England and beyond.
Ready to Embrace Vintage Decorating?
New to vintage collecting? This beginner’s guide will walk you through how to start collecting vintage home decor, what to look for, where to shop, and how to style your favorite finds with confidence.
Already have a collection you love? Don’t miss my favorite vintage collections display ideas with stylish, creative ways to decorate with what you’ve found.
Antiquing in Paris: Vintage Markets, Decor Finds, and Styling Inspiration Abroad
If you love antique shopping for home decor and decorating with one-of-a-kind treasures, you’ll enjoy this special look at my antiquing adventures in Paris. From open-air flea markets and French paper ateliers to the oldest flower shop in the city, this series captures the experience of exploring vintage markets abroad through the lens of home styling and inspiration.
It’s a more romantic take on antique and vintage home decor, one filled with timeless style, meaningful finds, and travel memories I’ll always treasure.
Explore the full series: Paris Flea Market Travels: Vintage Finds, Travel Tips, and Secret Spots
Whether you’re a seasoned antique lover or just discovering the joy of antique shopping for home decor, I hope this guide to the best antique stores and vintage markets inspires your next adventure. I’m always updating this hub with new antiquing road trips, market visits, and favorite home decor finds across New England and beyond, so check back often for fresh ideas, styling tips, and vintage decorating inspiration.
Want even more vintage home decor inspiration? Head over to the blog to explore my latest posts, decorating ideas, and seasonal secondhand finds; there’s always something new to discover.
Frequently Asked Questions About Antique Stores and Vintage Markets
Some of the best antique stores and vintage markets in New England are tucked away in small towns across Maine and Vermont. Look for curated shops like Cabot Mill Antiques in Brunswick, Maine, or Sage Farm Antiques in New Hampshire, where you’ll find vintage home decor, architectural salvage, and unique seasonal pieces.
The key is to shop regularly and come prepared with a decorating vision. Look for timeless pieces like brass candlesticks, antique mirrors, transferware, or furniture with patina, items that mix easily with your existing home decor and add vintage charm.
I always keep an eye out for versatile vintage home decor like crocks, baskets, art, and unique lighting. I tend to skip overly trendy reproductions or damaged pieces unless I plan to restore them. Knowing what works in your space helps you shop with intention.
Both have their place! Antique stores often offer a curated, styled shopping experience, while vintage markets and barn sales give you a chance to dig for deals and discover unexpected treasures. I recommend mixing both to uncover the widest variety of vintage home decor.
If you’re headed beyond New England, try visiting vintage markets in Paris, flea markets in Newfoundland, or antique districts in southern states like North Carolina or Florida. Many of my antiquing road trips highlight destinations worth the drive, all focused on home decor and styling inspiration.
Join the Vintage Circle — It’s Cozy Here~
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