Folsom Antique Fair

Let me just say, I love all things old. Antique stores, fleamarkets and junk shops are my splurge destination spots.

And this weekend I got my antique-fill when I took home treasures from the 43rd Folsom Antique Fair hosted in Downtown Folsom.

Booths all along Sutter St. offered treasures ranging from tools to textiles, jewelry to jazz records. Shoppers lingered at booths to finger items or just chat with sellers about collections and a mutual love of antiques.

There was so much to see, so I tried not to linger long at the vintage jewelry tables, examining brooches and cameos far out of my budget. But just before I left, a pair of $4 crystal grapevine earrings called my name and I couldn’t resist.

And that’s why I keep coming back every year. There is a wide range of prices for everyone, from serious collectors willing to spend a lot to young kids with only $2.

After another hour or two of shopping I picked up two vintage photographs, black military buttons and two prints of young aristocrats.

And while I had already purchased one pair of earrings, I had to get a pair of earrings made from the faces of wristwatches. So unique!

And that’s why I will always mark the fair on my calendar each year; you can find fabulous pieces not available at the department stores. Folsom proves you don’t have to travel out of town to find great clothing or pieces for your home.

Blog post by Chloe Daley, Style Intern.