Insider's Guide to Market: Best Place to Go Antiquing

 
It's easy to get swept up in the excitement of the new and "never seen before" at High Point market. But regular buyers and designers know that this little area is packed with some of Carolina's best antique shops. You simply have to know where to look. Most of the great deals and unique pieces of antiquity or historic note won't be found on the main thoroughfare. You'll have to dig a bit deeper and maybe even get a little dusty. But that's half the fun, right?

Jennifer generously shared her secret spots to source for pedigreed goods and objects of interest so that I could pass them on to you. Put on your walking shoes and follow me...

"There are quite a few places to go antiquing while at Market. Here are 3 of my favorites:

Antiques and Interiors on West Green Drive in high Point. (just a block up from the Century Showroom and Market Square) 2 huge showrooms, but I think the best treasures are to be found outside. Giant Clam shells, yew wood carved into garden objects, giant foo dogs and other one of a kind pieces run amuck through their parking lot.

Downtown Elm Street in Greensboro: There are quite a few small antique stores on Elm Street (Greensboro’s Main Street) that are worth visiting. A few of my favorites are Jules Antiques, Marys Antiques (amazing architectural salvage and period hardware), and my favorite... Shop Design Archives. This boutique has fun vintage clothing and accessories including one of the best selections of vintage furs! {Editor's note: don't pass this resource on to Rachel Zoe!}

While you are downtown be sure to stop in at Bin 33 for a refreshing cocktail, our newly opened café with a decidedly French Art Deco feel.

My absolute favorite however has to be Pearson: We work with a nationally known antique importer who supplies us with English and Continental Antiques, mixed with a few oriental pieces, which are only on sale at our High Point Showroom during market. These are available first come, first serve, and are very popular so come early on Friday! Previous markets pieces included giant pairs of antique foo dogs (see attached photos), Painted French desks, and one of a kind inlayed trunks."

As a girl who is stalking one of her antique writing desks, I have to second her suggestion to pop into Pearson for one-of-a-king pieces that really make a room. She has the most amazing eye for style and I assure you anything she has in the showroom will knock your socks off.

Happy treasure hunting in October!