Vintage is the style that never goes out of style.
For the past few years when it comes to fashion and interior trends it seems that we're just as happy to look backwards as forwards, revamping our homes and wardrobes with inspiration from the past.
Maybe it's the comfort that the rose-tinted memories of yesteryear bring, or maybe it's a desire to stand out from the crowd and create our own sense of style by seeking out quirky and unique pieces, but whatever it is, it seems that the trend for all things vintage is here to stay.
But creating a vintage-inspired home doesn't have to mean spending hours trawling antiques markets or sanding down old pieces of furniture to create the perfect "shappy chic" effect.
Many high street brands have created ranges drawing inspiration from the past so you can turn your home into a haven of nostalgia with minimum effort.
Interior designer Lesely Taylor from Taylor's Etc says: "If you do this one right, you can bring a whole new meaning to the phrase 'old-fashioned', by taking latter day classics and giving them a current twist that fits in with modern living.
"The key with this trend is to respect the reasons these designs were so popular the first time round.
"From floral prints and frills to antique finishes, vintage is all about creating an opulent, almost lavish environment that welcomes you with open arms. While modernity still has a place in today's marketplace, I think it's fair to say that over recent years, stark, clean design has taken a back seat to 'new traditional'. People are now looking to add character to their homes and although a contemporary scheme sits perfectly in many homes, it can often lack personality and definition.
"There are many ways in which you can approach this trend. If you've got the time and budget, you can invest in large, grand pieces such as arm chairs, chaise lounges and large furniture items.
You won't have to look far in your search for the perfect vintage statement. Many high street stores and designer outlets offer truly wonderful vintage pieces that will bring a sense of character to your home. But if it's an authentic addition you're after, why not visit a vintage fair or trawl the local antique and charity shops for a one-off.
"If you are not looking for a quick-fix you may want to reconsider the décor of your home.
"There are plenty of vintage-theme wallpapers available that incorporate a floral print or repetitive design, or some that are even slightly faded in colour for a more authentic look.
"But if you don't have endless streams of cash to invest, don't worry. The addition of smaller, vintage inspired accessories and fabrics will still allow you to completely transform a space into a nostalgic haven that takes influence from eras gone by.
"Simply introducing floral cushions and reupholstering your existing chairs with a vintage style fabric will give any room a fresh new look.
"This theme relies heavily on the accessories you include, so keep an eye out for vintage style mirrors and candelabras to help set the scene."
Adding some decorative accessories modelled on styles from the Fifties, Sixties and Seventies can also add quirky and feminine charm to the home.
"We love bringing back classic items from key moments in time, and then making them right for today's world," says Oliver Tress, managing director at Oliver Bonas.
"For the 1958 furniture range, we've used the sophisticated silhouette from the original Fifties shape in a gorgeous mix-match chalky colour palette. But we also wanted to make it comfy enough and have used lovely feather wrapped cushions, rather than the very dense pads that were used then.
"The result is a stunning Fifties-inspired design, but with a serious level of comfort."
Elsewhere, bold floral upholstery is an easy update for rooms, along with soft pastel hues and sorbet shades, characteristic of the bygone era, while second-hand keepsakes bring added interest.
Even a nostalgic kitchen look can be easily achieved, with a retro style cooker.
"Our Classic range offers everything a traditional range cooker should – bevelled doors, arched windows and a traditional towel rail in a choice of seven colours," says Wai San Hon, assistant brand manager at Rangemaster.
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