Author Virginia Chamlee is a writer for People magazine who has spent more than a decade collecting and selling vintage wares. Her home has been featured on Apartment Therapy and Design*Sponge and her written work has been featured in Buzzfeed, Bustle, Byrdie, and other outlets. Her artwork is available via Chairish, Anthroplogie, and Artfully Walls.
"Virginia has total sage sister vibes, helping you score pieces for
a song with tips that are so good, I kind of can't believe she's
letting us in on these trade secrets. Vintage shopping can be
super-tricky; it's hard to know where to start, how to scout things
that look and feel like "you," and what to splurge or save on. With
this beautiful and thoughtful book though, you'll feel like you
have a field guide for furnishing your best home ever with
pre-loved, storied stuff."
- Danielle Blundell, Apartment Therapy
"A list of Chamlee’s own vintage scores is impressive: she picked
up a Goyard trunk worth $10,000 for $90, for example. The wealth of
resources plus Chamlee’s friendly tone makes this a handy
one-stop-shop for new thrifters."
- Publishers Weekly
"Virginia and I both agree that there’s enough thrifting to go
around. As every vintage hunter knows, sharing thrifting tips can
bring good shopping karma. I follow Virginia’s shopping escapades
on instagram and even though I’m jealous of her one-of-a-kind
scores; I love that I can bring a piece of them home in the form of
her new book. Big Thrift Energy Is a great guide for experts and
newbies alike."
-Max Humphrey, Designer, Author of Modern Americana, named one of
Country Living’s 100 most creative people
"As an artist, writer, and true vintage fanatic, Virginia Chamlee
has quite a few lessons to share about creating spaces you love.
She’s sharing all of them in her new book, Big Thrift Energy,
which offers tips for how to become a vintage pro and make pieces
work with your personal aeshetic."
-Dennis Sarlo, Chairish.com
"Thrifting is an art, and those who accept its challenges are
often rewarded with retro regalia, colorful home decor and,
occasionally, fabulous one-of-a-kind finds. Of course, finding a
valuable ancient artifact—or just a good deal—isn’t as easy as it
sounds. Virginia Chamlee, a journalist, artist and avid
thrifter, is here to help fledgling shoppers with her new
book, Big Thrift Energy, a handy guide to shopping for
affordable vintage home decor and styling it in a modern home."
-Chloe Nelson, Sarasota Magazine
“Lifelong collector and People writer Chamlee shares her tips on
scoring the good stuff (and knowing it when you see it) at estate
sales, antique stores and thrift shops. Let fab finds begin!”
-PEOPLE Magazine
"Virginia Chamlee is an avid collector and seller of vintage items.
This book provides advice on how to find the best vintage pieces
and how to upcycle old ones and give them new life."
-House Beautiful
"Virginia's book makes you want to stop what you're doing, jump in
your car, and head to the nearest thrift store. Its beautiful
imagery and detailed descriptions are incredibly motivating. We
especially love all the tips and tricks she provided for styling
your space!"
-Roxy Prima and Phoebe Cornog, authors of Wonder Walls and
co-founders of Pandr Design Co.
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