But no matter where you seek out your finds, the thrifting trends will be the same.
Here are the seven thrifting trends we should expect to see in 2025, according to experts.
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Fewer Neutrals
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The backlash to neutrals will begin.
The pendulum is also swinging back in the opposite direction.
(Surrealism was an artistic and literary movement that aimed to release creativity in the unconscious mind.)
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Bass recommends looking for items such as candlesticks, cake stands, candelabras, and unique vases like tulipieres.
Choose different shapes, sizes, and heights to create visual intrigue.
Expect items made with raw materials to make a resurgence.
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Metallic Accents
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Look for metallic accents during your 2025 thrifting trips.
“I feel like silver is having a real moment.
Something about it feels timeless yet retro,” Bass says.
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To add metallic touches, Bass recommends searching for silver or pewter trays, and even metal dessert coupes.
Choose unexpected accessories that have been molded out of metal as well, like a seashell dish.
Sustainable Shopping
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Thriftingdoesn’t guarantee quality.
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it’s possible for you to thrift fast fashion and mass-made home decor right alongside carefully crafted antique pieces.
“I think more of the focus will be on sustainability.
Buying well, rather than often,” Chamlee says.
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Seek out makers' marks on furniture, andask questionsof store or booth owners about provenance and quality.
Pay attention to simple things that make a difference, like real hardwood versusMDF, andjoineryversus wood glue.
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