10 Pre-Loved and Thrifted Furniture Shops on Instagram

Who says good home design needs to be expensive or extravagant? You will be surprised to find an abundance of functional yet sophisticated finds in vintage stores. Of course, not all items come in mint condition, but most are salvageable enough to reuse. This way, you are not just saving money. You are also preventing more unwanted yet repairable furniture from ending up in the dumps.

If you lack the necessary tools to alter pre-loved goods or if you just do not have the time to visit secondhand stores, fret no more. There are a ton of online thrift shops that offer a great selection of refurbished furniture and home decor that can make any place an ideal safe space. Lately, I have found myself falling down the rabbit hole of curated surplus on Instagram. It is a world where local hunters and restorers find the beauty in the scuffs and the history in the wood grain. Here are some of the best curators on Instagram, proving that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.

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Secondhand  & to check out on Instagram

1. Burt Select Shop

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Located in the heart of San Juan, La Union, Burt Select Shop is a mirror for mindful, conscious living. They specialize in handpicked vintage goods that lean into a minimalist, wabi-sabi aesthetic. Expect to find a lot of Muji-esque simplicity mixed with high-quality secondhand finds. It is the perfect spot for those who believe that a few minor scratches only add to a piece's story.

2. Studio Yakal

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Showcasing pieces heavily inspired by IKEA, Studio Yakal offers fun and quirky vintage finds for your humble abode. Their collection of well-curated and restored furniture come in vibrant colours, textures, and materials that will add life to any home.

Their home goods range from mid-century modern chairs and ergonomic sofas to atypical lamps and canvas prints. Be sure to keep your eyes peeled for when they drop something new (or old, rather) on the gram!

3. Pamana Deco

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Pamana Deco’s assortment of vintage finds include chairs that come in classic retro styles, decorative art prints and vintage timepieces. Their iconic pieces include refurbished movie theatre chairs, perfect for when you want to bring the cinema experience to your home. Needless to say, Pamana Deco’s mission is to bring new life back into old items and to offer pieces that withstand the test of time.

4. Cama Vintage

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Looking for unique statement pieces to add more personality to your space? Cama Vintage has got you covered! Their well curated collection of ’70s- and ’90s-inspired vintage finds combine functionality and style, perfect for any home.

If you have an affinity for boho-chic and Scandinavian furniture, then you’ll absolutely adore what they have in store. But like with most online vintage shops, you better keep an eye out so you can call first dibs on your picks!

5. Retro Union PH

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If you’re a fan of tropical designs and all things Bohemian inspired, then you’ll find Retro Union’s handpicked furniture absolutely charming! Their vintage furniture and home goods range from Rattan chairs and drawers to handwoven decorative trays and baskets. The main takeaway: Retro Union believes that “the best things in life are old, loved and rescued,” which is why they’re passionate about thrifting and carefully curating vintage finds.

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6. Disenio PH

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Disenio offers a collection of home goods ranging from bamboo woven trays and rattan baskets to stoneware plates and ceramic cups. They may not curate furniture and fixtures, but their handpicked vintage pieces add warmth and comfort to any space. If you’re on the hunt for practical and aesthetically pleasing items for your home, then Disenio’s finds are simply perfect!

7. Raro Manila

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Raro Manila offers an assortment of functional and versatile handpicked pieces that come in industrial chic and ergonomic designs. Their unique vintage finds are influenced by different time periods, often carrying signs of wear and tear. Even so, they restore these furniture pieces back to new life, presenting new bespoke pieces for any blank space. Ultimately, Raro Manila ticks all the boxes when you’re searching for great designs to decorate your palace with!

8. Wicked Furniture Manila

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The ultimate upcyclers, Wicked Furniture Manila literalizes the "trash to treasure" mantra. They save pieces from junkyards and transform them into stunning Mid-Century Modern centerpieces. If you love custom-built vibes with a vintage soul, this is your shop.

9. Flippy Finders PH

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Flippy Finders PH does restoration and retouching on globally sourced secondhand furniture. They upcycle old chairs, shelves, cabinets, and writing desks into fully functional pieces that are must-haves for your home. Typically, their collection of handpicked thrifted goods feature vintage retro designs and mid-century modern styles that immediately spruce up any living space.

10. Retro Alley PH

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The Retro Alley is here to offer you a combination of art, design, and history with every single thrifted find. Although they may not provide per se, their upcycled art deco lamps and retro clocks are absolutely irresistible! Undoubtedly, collectors and fans of novelty items and quirky things will fall in love with their vintage collection.

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If you’re looking for decor with relatively cheap pieces and designs that tell stories, then look no further. These are looking for new homes for their newly revamped and repurposed vintage goods.

You’re not just saving time and money — you’re also doing the environment a huge favour by reducing your ecological footprint. Happy online furniture thrift shopping!

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