Psst, Here’s Where to Shop Vintage Furniture in Singapore

A room or a house is very much a reflection of the person who lives in it. For instance, Gabrielle Chanel’s prized apartment on 31 rue Cambon bore evidence of the icon’s inclination to personal symbols whether it was the lion for strength, wheat for prosperity or a custom chandelier that hid her favourite numbers. Diana Vreeland’s all-red living room she described as a “garden in hell” was a reflection of her irreverent personality. Karl Lagerfeld’s many abodes were as fabulous as the man himself.

The abodes of these creative vanguards epitomise #homegoals. As most of us spend more time now than we have in the past, you’d inherently want your home or room to reflect your unique taste. When we last dived into giving your living space a facelift, we talked about switching up the nitty-gritty. Now, moving on to the heavy-duty stuff – furniture that is going to be with you for years and years.

When it comes to furniture shopping, we are huge advocates of scouring for vintage gems. These one-of-a-kind pieces might be an investment but prove entirely worthy considering the character it lends to a space. There’s so much that an antique vanity can add to a modern space. When in search of accent pieces, upcycled vintage pieces boast all the personality your room could use.

The only catch: finding vintage pieces will take on a trip. Or, so you might think. Contrary to popular belief, there are well-curated vintage boutiques right here at the little red dot. Refurbished and given a second lease of life, you’d be able to find a good mix of functional furniture and ornamental pieces at the following vintage enclaves. A head’s up – expect yourself to spend hours lost in these antique heavens.

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Hock Siong & Co.

When it comes to vintage furniture shopping in Singapore, Hock Siong & Co. are bound to come up in conversations. If not the most prominent haunt for antique collectors, this decade-old vintage store certainly finds itself ranked at the top of the list. At Hock Siong & Co. you’d find an eclectic mix of brick-a-brack and prominent fixtures of a plethora of styles. From Victorian, Chinoiserie to art deco – there’s a pretty good chance you’d leave with what you came looking for and an extra lil sumthin’ sumthin’.

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The Godown

The Godown gets its name from the historical warehouses in East Asia which used to be a loading and unloading bay for goods in the age of the industrial revolution that span across the 19th and 20th centuries. Like in the past, The Godown is a treasure trove of unique pieces sourced from around the world. The pieces here not only take you back in time, it’d also transport you to another part of the world.

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Lorgan’s The Retro Store

Kooky furniture from the bygone era are a specialty at Lorgan’s The Retro Store. From pastel-gued dining sets from the ’70s to rustic gems from the 19th century, this is the place to visit if you’re in the pursuit of distinctively vintage pieces from the yesteryears. What also sets Lorgan’s Retro Store apart is that they also work with customers to reupholster and refurbish pieces.

What To Read Next: The 3 Diverse Singaporean Labels Making Waves in the International Fashion Circuit, These Open-Back Summer Dresses Will Take You Into Fall and The Dioramour Collection Has Us Head Over Heels in Love | Cover Collage: Qide Sim. All images from the respective stores.