If you’re planning to be in Austin for a hot ticket event like SXSW or just checking out the nightlife with your friends, you’ll definitely want to dress for the occasion. To bring in a bit of style and flair, be sure to set aside some time to peruse some of the best vintage shops in the country. From cowboy boots to antler light fixtures, you’ll be sure to find a unique vintage piece to remind you of your time in Texas’s capital city. Here are our top recommendations for clothing and home décor vintage shops in Austin.
Put On The Charm
One of Austin’s premier vintage shopping destinations, Charm School Vintage sells a tightly curated selection of clothing from the 1890s to the 1990s. You’ll be tempted by intricately woven Guatemalan huipils, hand-tooled leather bags, button-fly Levis, and platform clogs among others. In addition to clothing, Charm School also carries apothecary products from independent lines like La Abeja Herbs and Woods Apothecary. The small but mighty collection of vintage and new jewelry (including treasures from designers Amanda Hunt, Talon, and Jenny Bird) are displayed in a case by the register and will provide you with the perfect accessory to go with your new (old) Indian cotton dress. Much like the store itself, Charm School’s Instagram feed is pure eye candy.
Ruffle Some Feathers
Very few shops mix vintage and new clothing like Feathers Vintage. T-shirts, button-downs, and beautifully sewn dresses from their in-house label play well with heavily embroidered vintage skirts, sailor jeans, and buttery soft leather jackets. The moment you step through the door, it’s obvious that every piece in the store is top-notch in terms of quality and uniqueness. Booking flights to Texas will be totally worth it because this is the spot where you’re going to find that timeless piece that you’ll love for years to come.
Room Service Please!
If you’re looking for vintage home furnishings, accessories, and more, head to this 3,500-square-foot space packed with treasures from bygone eras. The building itself has vintage charm galore — it’s a 1950s cinder-block and glass structure that was once a pharmacy/soda fountain. [mks_pullquote align=”left” width=”250″ size=”20″ bg_color=”#dd9933″ txt_color=”#000000″]Room Service Vintage has been in business for over 35 years.[/mks_pullquote]
With fabulous finds like teak side tables and shag rugs, it’s easy to see why this place is a must-see glance into the past.
Dare to Be Different
Whenever you’re in Austin, always make time to visit this vintage Mecca in the heart of the SoCo (South Congress) district. A favorite among stylists and celebrities, Uncommon Objects is so artfully curated that you’ll want to move in to one of its perfectly appointed nooks. Make sure you peruse the vintage Diné silver and turquoise case near the front — it’s the stuff dreams are made of.
She Wore Blue Velvet…
This family-owned independent business has been supplying Austin residents with distinctive and affordable threads for over 20 years. In addition to amazing vintage finds (think sequined bodysuits and worn-to-perfection army jackets), Blue Velvet Vintage Clothing also stock new accessories like handmade jewelry and socks from indie designers.
Where do you hunt for vintage goods when you’re in Austin? Let us know in the comments section!
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