10 Ways To Add Vintage Charm To Your Bedroom Decor
There’s something about vintage decor that makes a space feel cozy and inviting. Whether you’re looking for a few vintage bedroom decor ideas or want to transform your space completely, these 10 budget-friendly tips will get you started.
I’ll take you on a tour of my bedroom summer refresh, where I’ve relocated several vintage pieces to restyle the space with a relaxing, modern-heritage-vintage vibe. It’s amazing how thrift store items can feel fresh and new when placed in different areas.
Let me show you how.
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# 1 Best Tip For Refreshing Any Style Bedroom Decor Ideas
The #1 Bedroom Decor Idea will save you money and give you more flexibility in your decor choices. Begin with neutral colors as your base. Choose shades of white, cream, or beige, and then add pops of color with accessories like bedding, blankets, and artwork. Benjamin Moore’s Balboa Mist paint color lets the bedroom decor transition from blue to pink to red without lifting a paintbrush.
Ways To Add Vintage Charm To Bedroom Decor
One of the best things about vintage decor is that you can mix and match different pieces from different eras. It is a great way to create a unique, personal space that reflects your style.
Mixing and matching lets you pair thrift store finds with antiques and new decor for curated, eclectic bedroom decor ideas.
2. Mix Natural Wood Furniture with Chippy Whites
When choosing furniture for your vintage bedroom, look for pieces with a classic design that will stand the test of time. Here are a few recommendations.
- Avoid anything too trendy or ornate, as this can quickly date your space.
- Opt for pieces made from solid wood in natural wood tones or with vintage chippy paint.
- Save money by looking for bargains at thrift stores.
- Consider repurposing inexpensive thrift store finds to achieve the desired style for your bedroom.
The price was right for a small wooden chest lacking in character. However, after an amazing transformation, the chest makes a statement as a bedside table.
3. New Bedding – Refreshing Bedroom Decor Ideas
Nothing refreshes a bedroom quicker than a new quilt or comforter. Therefore, it’s one of the first inexpensive bedroom decorating ideas to consider.
When choosing bedding to add vintage charm, look for classic designs in vintage colors. The new Tamiya quilt and pillow set from Levtex Home immediately caught my eye. The blue-and-white block print design is simple and timeless.
However, the pops of muted reds and yellows give it a fresh new feel, perfect for Summer bedding. In addition, the colors work well with the DIY Napkin Decoupage Thrifted Lamp.
The fabric is 100% cotton, feels luxurious, and is very durable.
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4. Add Texture to Bedroom Decor with Baskets
If you have followed me for a hot minute, you know that vintage baskets are a passion of mine. Using woven materials creates a farmhouse-style look for any home. They are easily found at thrift stores and are budget-friendly bedroom decor accessories.
You can fill them with dried or faux flowers, providing a perfect way to add a pop of color for creative bedroom decor ideas.
5. Straw Hats, Totes, and Woven Vases For Summer Vibe
In addition, you can add texture by hanging your straw hats and woven totes in your bedroom. Woven textures give the room a fresh summer feel, and they are inexpensive. It’s easy to add texture by mixing your new purchases, like the woven vase and the UV-straw beach hat, with your vintage and thrift-store finds. Using the old shutter as the canvas enhances the room’s curated feel.
6. Vintage Books
Adding vintage books is a great way to add color and vintage style to any room in your home.
When thrift-store shopping, you should start collecting old books in specific colors. Grouping several books of a similar color adds a touch of elegance to your room and is a classic decor idea.
Insider Tip – Adding Books To Your Decor
Here are a few ways to incorporate books into your bedroom decor.
- Use them as risers to elevate other vintage decor pieces.
- Group similar colors together in a stack on a side table.
- Add them to a basket.
- Add vintage books to the shelving.
- Raise the height of a lamp with larger coffee table books.
7. Create A Cozy, Relaxing Area
When decorating your vintage bedroom, the most important thing to remember is to make sure it’s a place where you can relax and unwind. After all, this is your sanctuary!
Include a comfy chair to create a dedicated area for reading or meditating. Everything you need is within easy reach. Another important aspect is to provide good lighting to the reading area. If your area doesn’t allow a lamp, hang a pendant light above. I used an architectural bracket to hang the inexpensive lighting.
Insider Tip
Adding a thrift store child’s chair is a fun bedroom decor idea. Add your reading materials to add a touch of charm to the cozy corner.
8. Vintage Collections for Bedroom Decor Ideas
Collections of vintage dishes, platters, pitchers, and glassware can be used as bedroom decor in several ways.
Vintage Platter Wall Gallery and Transferware Pitchers
Add vintage plates or platters above the bed, or make a larger grouping instead of a piece of art for the bedroom decor. A collection of blue-and-white transferware pitchers adds vintage charm to the bedroom decor above the bed.
The blue-and-white vintage collections and new bedding add stylish, budget-friendly bedroom decor ideas.
Vintage Trays for Trinkets
Collect your jewelry or trinkets beside the bed or on the dresser using vintage trays, plates, or bowls.
9. The Magic of Mirrors
I love collecting vintage mirrors of all sizes. They always come in handy for adding needed light to bedroom decor. Here are a few of my favorite tips.
- Add a mirror as a tray under a plant or candle to brighten the area.
- Place mirrors behind other vintage objects to reflect light around them.
- Hang a mirror across from a window to reflect more light into your room.
The antique mirror above the shutter reflects light from the French doors, brightening the room. The candle rests inside a vintage plate and an old mirror, adding more light to this corner of the bedroom. In addition, the vintage clocks are enhanced with mirrors placed behind them.
10. Vintage Art & Old School Nostalgic Needlework
Finally, unique, one-of-a-kind art is another creative way to decorate a bedroom. A set of needlepoint birds and other personal paintings have been added to the bedroom decor.
The needlepoint birds were a great thrift store find, but you can create your own handcrafted art. Nothing is more satisfying than creating your own decor. Learn to cross-stitch, crochet doilies, and more in my “Old School” Nostalgic Craft Series.
Mixing the handcrafted pieces with an old shutter, vintage baskets, and other collected touches creates a sweet vignette that feels timeless.
By following these tips and incorporating inexpensive thrift store finds, you can easily add a touch of vintage charm to your bedroom decor without breaking the budget.
Insider Tip – Final Word
Shop in other areas of your home before purchasing new items. Give old decor new life by using it in a new and interesting way.
So, get creative and have fun!
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Rachel,
Love all the vintage touches!! Everything looks so pretty!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
Hugs,
Deb
Debbie,
I really appreciate you for stopping by.
Rachel! I love your Summer bedroom and all your ideas!! Vintage things are my favorite! Absolutely beautiful friend!!
I’m so glad you liked the tour.
I love the mix of pattern and color. So pretty, Rachel! Happy Summer!
Robyn,
I’m so glad you liked todays tour.
So many great tips, Rachel! I love the new bedding and it looks perfect with your rug. Happy tour day, friend!
Kim,
Thank you so much.
Hi Rachel, your bedroom is so pretty. I love so many things. My favorites are the black transferware, of course, the hydrangea, the needlepoint birds, and the blue shutter.
Great Touring with you! pinned!
Cindy,
I appreciate your kind conmments.
Lovely bedroom decor and so relaxing! Looks like it’s time for a nap! Love the needlepoint bird pieces you framed!
Michelle,
I appreciate your sweet comments.
Your bedroom is so cozy and full of vintage charm! Great tips today.
Cindy,
Thank you for your kind words.
All super ideas and I can hardly wait to get started on our guest bedroom! Our youngest got married and I’m dying to transform it. I first have to get her to get the rest of her crap out. I might have to get tough. 🙂 Loved your tour. You always have the best treasures!
Cindy,
I appreciate this so much.
Rachel, I loved seeing your vintage-styled bedroom this tour–pinned! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Cecilia,
I appreciate this.
Rachel, your bedroom looks so lovely and cozy. Love your quilt and all the vintage items you have found. It’s so beautiful and charming.
Tammy,
I appreciate you for stopping by.
Rachel your bedroom has all the perfect vintage vibes. I loved all of your tips but really loved the texture with baskets and your new bedding! Beautiful!
Kelly,
I’m so glad you like the new bedding. I’m in love with it.
Rachel, I just love all of these ideas and tips that you’ve shared! This bedroom is simply gorgeous, I love it! Happy Thursday, friend!
Anne,
I’m so glad you like it. Thanks for stopping by
Your bedroom looks beautiful with all of the vintage charm.
Wendy,
I appreciate this.
So many beautiful ideas and tips and tricks, Rachel! I love your summer quilt bedding set and all your farmhouse touches too. They’re so pretty. Big hugs, CoCo
CoCo,
I’m so glad you like them.
What a charming and cozy place to start and end the day Rachel! Thank you for the beautiful bedroom tour!!
Kate,
Thank you for stopping by and your kind words
Your bedroom tour is lovely, Rachel. Love the decor above the bed!
Julie,
I appreciate this.
What a beautiful bedroom, Rachel! I love your bedding and all of the vintage touches you added! The mixture of pattern, color, and textures is perfect. It is wonderful to be on this tour with you. Happy Summer!!
Lynne,
I appreciate you for your sweet comments. Have a wonderful weekend.
Everything looks so beautiful, Rachel. I love all of your great tips. Hugs to you. My friend.
Rachel, I love all of the summery touches you added to your bedroom. Especially your new bedding. The colors are beautiful. So happy to tour with you. Pinned!
jen,
Thank you for stopping by and I appreciate your comments.
Rachel! All the art you’ve collected is so beautiful!
Stacy,
I appreciate this.
Your home is gorgeous 🙂
Christine,
I’m so glad you like it. Thanks for stopping by.
Rachel, I enjoyed your post today with all your vintage charm touches! Your bedroom is so pretty. I love that shelf above your bed with all your vintage items on it. Also, I love the verse in the lovely frame above your shelf. Your new quilt and shams are so colorful and cheery. The chest beside your bed is so unique. It is truly one in a million! I have never seen one like it. Baskets are always so pretty and add so much to a bedroom. I love baskets and have them everywhere. One can never have too many vintage baskets. I am always looking for them. Your dog resting on your bed is so cute! Our little dog loved to be on our bed! Rachel, you have done such a lovely job with all your decor in your beautiful home. I always look forward to seeing your pictures, Thanks for sharing!
Mary-Ann,
Thank you for your kind words about the bedroom. I having been spending a lot of time here this week and want it as cheerful as possible. I also love vintage baskets. Although my collection is large, I keep adding on. LOL! Have blessed day.