By: Colleen Monroe<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Where do film and TV art directors and set decorators in LA find the best vintage furniture for their sets?<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Here\u2019s a secret: Instagram<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Below are the seven best vintage furniture accounts every set decorator should be following to discover gems when designing for their next project. Do you know of other Instagram accounts that you think we should add to this list? Let us know by sending us a message on our IG @sync_onset<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Bonus: These are all stores with showrooms that you can visit to see the pieces in person — that is, if you\u2019re living in the City of Stars.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
Downtown LA: 106 S Avenue 58, Los Angeles, CA 90042
The gateway to every great vintage store in California. They curate pieces from ALL the best shops from LA to the Bay Area.
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Southwest LA: 13709 Cordary Ave #18, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Specializing in 20th century restorations, this is a newer shop, but you can find some real gems!\u00a0
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East LA: 4436 Worth St, Los Angeles, CA 90063
30,000 square feet of EVERYTHING vintage that goes well beyond furniture that you can personally pick. A good place to find find industrial furniture pieces.\u00a0
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The Valley: 3310 N Eastern Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90032\u00a0
A thrift shop that empties houses so you can discover some rare finds at amazing prices.
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North Hollywood: 5333 Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601
The name says it all — beautifully curated and refurbished mid-century furniture and lighting pieces.
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East Hollywood: 5102 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Restored 20th Century furniture from Europe, the Americas, and Japan.
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Long Beach: 1345 Coronado Ave, Long Beach, CA 90804
Well established in the vintage furniture scene, expect a premium price tag to go with their excellent selection of hand-picked pieces.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n