Vintage
A Guide to Art Deco Jewellery
We delve into the world of Art Deco jewellery to discover its history, the most prized pieces and how to buy a few beautiful jewels of your own…
Best antiques and vintage shops around the UK
Find where to source your next find with our guide to the best antiques and vintage shops around the UK. From antiques centres to one-off independent stores, there's bound to be something near you!
The joy of an antique four-poster bed
Decorative antiques dealer Luke Honey explores the trials and tribulations of buying an antique four-poster bed at auction
Collecting antique and vintage cocktail watches
Uncover the history of ladies cocktail watches, with tips on what to look for if you're in the market for a beautiful antique timepiece
The history of antique mother of pearl and how to start your collection
The lustrous pearls in seashells became so highly prized it was harvested throughout the world for centuries
Lisa Lloyd and Marc Allum's antiques-filled home
Antiques experts Lisa Lloyd and Marc Allum show us round their impressive antiques-filled home, alive with finds spanning the eras. Photographs Nicholas Yarsley
Babycham: the best drink for a vintage Christmas
Sarah-Jane Hosegood falls for the charms of Babycham, surely the vintage lover's favourite tipple for the festive season?
A guide to British studio ceramics and pottery
Studio pottery by the biggest names of the 20th century is surprisingly affordable – and it’s a great way to start a dynamic new collection. Photographs Katya de Grunwald. Styling Sally Denning
What is vintage?
Vintage pieces can bring charm and character to your home. Here we explain what constitutes a vintage item and how much they are worth
Mid-century modern furniture designers to know
Pick up a beautiful piece of vintage home-grown, post-war furniture and add sleek lines, solid construction and pleasing design to your home
Everything you need to know about the iconic String Shelving System
Julian Owen takes a look at how this sleek and stylish system revolutionised book shelving in the 1950s
How to buy antiques online
Antiques expert and author Mark Hill helps you get the best deals from online antiques auctions. Illustrations Polly Fern
Mark Hill shares his love of Czech glass
Antiques Roadshow expert Mark Hill shares his love of colourful, mid-century Czech glass, and gives his top tips on how to identify it
The best interiors, antiques and design podcasts to listen to right now
Tune in and unwind to these design-focused podcasts
A history of the Anglepoise lamp
Based on engineering principles, the early 1930s design of the Anglepoise lamp by George Carwardine was a stroke of genius that revolutionised task lighting. More than eight decades later, his iconic masterpiece continues to inspire the company whose name is revered around the world
What is upcycling?
Upcycling antiques and old furniture and homewares is a popular topic of discussion in interior design, but what is its definition and how does it differ to recycling?
How to upcycle furniture using sustainable methods and materials
Restorer and designer Jay Blades talks us through the best ways to upcycle old furniture using traditional methods and more sustainable fabrics and materials
How to incorporate garden antiques into your interior design
We show you how reclaimed garden antiques can create an organic, laid-back feel in your home and garden
What's the difference between vintage and antique?
Easily confused, vintage and antique items are actually very different. We explain the distinction so you can shop wisely
How to choose the perfect sofa, whatever your budget
A stylish settee is a key part of any sitting room, so take time to consider your options. Start with our selection of the season’s most elegant designs. Lisa Mehydene, founder of online interiors destination edit58, explains how to choose the perfect sofa
Where to buy antique textiles and fabrics online
Antique fabrics and textiles can be found at flea markets and charity shops, but thanks to apps like Instagram we can now find beautiful antique gems online too
Vintage fashion: the best dealers, auctions, fairs and online retailers
Buying and selling vintage and antique fashion is one of life's greatest joys. You can spend hours hunting through vintage shops and trawling the internet – but sometimes, with so much choice, it can be overwhelming. Here's our definitive guide to shopping for vintage clothes
A guide to decorating with mid-century furniture
Take design notes from the 40s, 50s and 60s to create a playful and stylish home
The best antique and vintage accounts on Instagram
Vintage and antique furniture and homewares are now two a penny on Instagram, with many dealers and sellers having moved online to share their collections and sell their wares. Here are some of the best accounts to follow if you're an antique lover...