Vintage shopping in South Eastern Ontario
Searching for something one-of-a-kind to make your fall memorable? Feeling the vintage vibes? Gravitating towards groovy goods? Then our retro roundup is just the ticket! What’s old is new again in South Eastern Ontario. From furniture to fashion, décor to downright adorable jewellery, be prepared to find your next joy-filled vintage treasure here. Read on for 11 of the fun finds from Brockville to Cornwall.
Brockville 1000 Islands
1. Sara’s Boho Vintage
Curated pre-loved treasures perfect for browsing. This destination shop in Lansdowne offers everything from fabulous outfits to handbags and cute shoes to novelties. Vibrant and fascinating displays give lots to look at while finding the perfect item to take home.
2. Forwarder’s Antiques
Known as rescuers of used furniture and acquirers of beloved vintage items, Forwarder’s Antiques in Prescott is always a unique experience. If you’re yearning for nostalgia, whimsy and instant conversation starters, this is the place to find your next treasure.
3. Brockville Flea Market
Open Sundays, the Brockvillle Flea Market harbours a seriously unique collection of stuff under one roof. Take a trip down memory lane with vintage glassware, furniture, sports collectibles, toys from yesteryear all while enjoying free parking and homemade goods. Look here for Shabby Chic’s and Antiques set up to help you find your next conversation piece, from fashion curiosities to eye-catching primitive décor.
4. Stone Manor Antiques
Expertly curated for 50 years! Stone Manor Antiques is celebrating a milestone this year and still offering a one-of-a-kind collection of fine European antiquities.
Prescott and Russell
5. Rethink Vintage
Transforming furniture! From worn out, to updated and refreshed, Rethink Vintage in Russell breathes new life into vintage furniture pieces. From dressers to cabinets and from bookcases to nightstands, each piece is unique. Check out their socials to be blown away by the foresight and creativity behind each piece.
6. Juliette Vintage Boutique
Treasures around every corner! Juliette Vintage Boutique, in the heart of Casselman village, is located in a house built in 1898. In this century house, you will find all kinds of antiques such as furniture, dishes, decorations, frames, sewing machines, jars and much more. A little stop at the boutique worth the journey – we hear they even have thousands of Halloween costumes!
Cornwall
7. Wonderflea Vintage
A treasure trove of vintage clothing and housewares spanning the glorious decades from the 1950s to the 1980s, with a keen focus on the vibrant styles of the 60s and 70s. You won’t find drab greys or uninspiring beiges here, as the shop is a vibrant escape filled with much-needed pops of colour. For those seeking a delightful journey through the fashion and decor of yesteryears, this charming store in Downtown Cornwall is a must-visit destination.
8. Serendipity Boutique
This shabby chic thrift shop directly funds Maison Baldwin House, a local women’s shelter. Vintage pieces often come through the door at Serendipity Boutique like clutches, dresses, shoes, coats, even wooden trunks, vases and home décor items.
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9. Barnful O’ Goodies
Upcycled and repurposed pieces in Morrisburg! Wow, what a variety here: vintage finds, handcrafted items, collectables, salvaged treasures and much more. Be sure to also check out their auctions running on socials regularly to score a deal! Barnful O’ Goodies is known for its friendly customer service, creative displays and plentiful goodies to peruse.
10. McHaffie Flea Market
More than 150 booths?! Count us in for some epic treasure hunting! This is South Eastern Ontario’s antique and collectibles place to be in Morrisburg, with interior and exterior vendors. Also look for delicious food, produce, ice cream, live entertainment and so much more. Open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Sunday. Get ready for your newest Sunday adventure!
11. Violet’s Vault
Step into a candy wonderland! Unlike anything you’ve seen, Violet’s Vault in downtown Iroquois features retro candy from around the world, custom ice-cream creations, vintage video games and much more. Located in an old bank, the former vault is decked out with the most exciting candy – we hear there is even a display of the world’s most expensive candy. (How fitting for former bank buildings…) Experience vintage in a new way at Violet’s Vault!
Half the fun is the treasure hunt when shopping for vintage finds. Enjoy relishing retro and vibing with vintage in South Eastern Ontario!