When my husband and I look at pictures from our childhood, its hard not to laugh. We all know that the 80s is a fashion decade that never should have happened. Overalls (What were we? Farmers?), Cross Colors outfits, huge earrings and hair styles…It’s a wonder those photos haven’t been burned already.
Thankfully, home furnishings are more forgiving — and you don’t have to wear them in public. Vintage pieces have a way of giving a room character — not to mention the fact that you’re saving them from the landfill. It vintage charm is what you’re looking for, the ladies of Spruce have got your number.
Owners Amanda Brown and Lizzie Joyce are both artists with a love for vintage decor, and it shows. They have a knack for selecting fabrics and finishes that take their pieces over the top, and the sofa, ottoman and chair shown above are no exception. I can think of a perfect spot for the raspberry upholstered, high-back armchair in my mother’s house. The fact that it may be close to her age is a bonus 
Why It’s Green:
- Buying vintage rescues items destined for the landfill and extends their life spans, also reducing demand for the manufacturing of new items, helping save energy and resources
Price: $285-$1850 (pieces are one of a kind)
Do you have any vintage pieces in your home? Where did you find it or how did you come by it? Did you have to rehab it, or are you using it as is? Leave a comment and share your story!
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I’m Jennae Petersen, and I’m a lot of things. A mother, a graphic artist, a connosieur of beautiful interiors and a purveyor of all things design. Green Your Decor was borne of frustration in my attempts to find eco-friendly housewares that were also beautiful, and inspiration to do something to reduce my own carbon footprint and help others do the same in a beautiful way.
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I like vintage style home furniture!!
Can you explain more on vintage furniture?