Welcome to The Nashville Insider, as presented by Nashville Bar Bike! If you’re looking for insight on where to eat, drink, shop and play here in Nashville, you have reached the right page. Here in Nashville, we are known for keeping up with our historic roots and if you keep reading, you will find out all you need to know about the top rated vintage, consignment and resell stores here in Music City. Click around to other articles listed in the “Articles” tab if you have any questions about where you should visit while you’re here in Nashville.
Ugly Duck Vintage
4.9 ★
Open seven days a week from 11 am – 7 pm, Ugly Duck Vintage is one of Nashville’s newer vintage clothing stores and we are so glad they have come to us! Located on Old Lebanon Road, you will want to check them out before they start to get too popular. So far, everyone talks about their helpful and friendly staff along with affordable pieces that are sure to draw attention for all who see you. When you’re on the hunt for vintage tee shirts, Ugly Duck Vintage is reputed to have a massive stock. Walk into this store like an ugly duckling and leave feeling like a swan with your new purchase and be sure to use #UglyDuckVintage to caption the Instagram posts that are sure to come with this visit.
Anaconda Vintage
4.6 ★
Stocked full of inventory from handbags to clothes and even home goods, Anaconda Vintage has something to catch the eye of whoever walks inside. From 11 am – 6 pm every day, you can come in and find everything you needed, and some items you might not have known you couldn’t live without. Don’t let the small size of this location fool you, there’s enough lining the shelves and racks to keep you browsing for hours on end. Remember that old game “snake” from back in the day? One might become reminiscent during the shopping experience, adding more to your load after each shelf turn.
Cool Stuff Weird Things
3.9 ★
Every day of the week, from 10 am – 5:30 pm, you can wander on over to Charlotte Pike in Nashville for a selection of exactly what the store’s name suggests. Cool Stuff Weird Things is packed to the brim with home furnishings that will suit your house or make gift giving that much easier. You can even ask about their custom made metal signs if that’s the sort of décor you’d be interested in. Known for a variety that is unmatched by most resell stores, you might not know that exactly what you were looking for, especially if you are a collector of Nashville style antiques. Southern Style runs rampant through Cool Stuff Weird Things.
Old Made Good (OMG)
4.5 ★
Style and class combine in a way that makes you say “OMG” at the Old Made Good vintage store on Gallatin Pike in Nashville. Featuring vintage goods alongside Nashville sourced local pieces, Old Made Good is a tightly packed house of wonders from every era. Their owner “Ashley” has rave reviews all over the place and is happy to do exactly what she is doing. While the storefront might not catch your eye immediately, once you see the big “OMG” out front, you will know you’re at the right place. Come on in any day of the week from 12 – 5 pm and say hello, you might leave with your new favorite piece of edgy art.
Wallpaper and Home Consignments
4.4 ★
Not an antique shop but still worthy of the list, Wallpaper and Home Consignments is so close to the Old Made Good store that you might as well stop in while you’re in the area. Known by all who are renovating their homes as the place to be when you want the largest selection of wallpaper, this shop is a high quality furniture and home décor consignment shop that can even order more for you based on their samples. Except for Sundays, you came come in from 10 am – 5 pm throughout the week and find the prime match for the aesthetic that you crave in your home. Since 2014, Wallpaper and Home Consignments has been proudly serving the Nashville area.
East Nashville Antiques and Vintage
4.5 ★
What was once known as the old 8th Avenue Antique Mall, East Nashville Antiques and Vintage on Gallatin Pike is the type of place that you set aside at least an hour (or three) to shop. Full to the brim with inventory that is added to daily, this store has more than its fair share of vintage goods. Whether you’re a vinyl lover, collector of classic art, or just someone wishing to browse, the vendors at East Nashville Antiques are ready to help you find what you’re looking for.
GasLamp
4.3 ★
Voted Best of Nashville in 2022 by Nashville Scene, GasLamp Antiques at Powell Place is where the picky collectors want to known. Reputed to house some of the greatest finds, along with a staff willing to search alongside you until the right item is found, this shop has all your needs as a specific collector. Two locations within a few blocks of each other are waiting to see what they have for you. From antiques to furniture and even baseball cards, you might be surprised when you walk in and see the vast inventory selection. Both locations are open Monday through Saturday from 10 am – 6 pm, Sundays 12 pm – 6pm so plan your visit any day of the week.
Speakeasy Vintage
5.0 ★
Only open on the weekends, Speakeasy Vintage on Richmond Drive is well worth planning your visit around their limited hours. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 11 am – 6 pm you can visit this classic spot for hand picked items by people who know what they are talking about when considering vintage clothing. Custom alterations can even be requested so there is no reason to not visit Speakeasy Vintage for your next major outfit selection! Even plus sized shoppers can rejoice in knowing that Speakeasy Vintage carries a selection of “Vintage For All” styles that will fit any size.
Fanny’s House of Music
4.8 ★
Fanny’s House of Music on Holly Street is understood to be where you go when you want to buy your instruments secondhand or even get one you already own looked at for repairs. Did you know that this cute little house also features a room full of vintage clothes? Whether you are a musician wanting to expand your collection, alter/fix what you already have or a fashionista seeking out a specific decade for your next concert, you are sure to leave with exactly what you need after a trip to Fanny’s House. Any day of the week except for Sunday, plan your trip inside from 11 am – 5 pm and see what Fanny’s House of Music can do for you. Inquire about music lessons from one of their trained professionals.
Backslide Vintage
4.6 ★
Instantly recognizable by the paintings and doodles on the front windows, Backslide Vintage on Gallatin Pike is reputed to feel like home the second you walk in. Go and say hello to their mascot dog Sam and see what you can find. Open from 11 am – 6 pm (closing early at 5 pm on Sundays) you can find clothing for any gender, style or classic decade. Locally owned by two musicians who can’t wait to talk to you about their inventory, Backslide Vintage is a piece of Nashville treasure that feels more like a trip to your best friend’s house than a store.
Bits & Pieces Antique Boutique
4.5 ★
Immediately noticeable on Madison Street by the big blue letters, matching the shade of their door, Bit’s & Pieces Antique Boutique is a mash up of boutique style inventory alongside vintage pieces (and bits) that fit perfectly into the Germantown area of Nashville. During the week, stop in from 11 am – 6 pm, with slightly varying hours on the weekends. Equal parts fancy boutique and antique store, there’s more than enough to browse on the shelves of Bits & Pieces. You even get free shipping on orders over 50$ when you buy online. See something that would be perfect for a friend? Purchase a gift card with them today.
Be Good Market
5.0 ★
Female owned and started right in the middle of 2020 when many other businesses were not able to stay afloat, Be Good Market on Houston Street is new to the storefront but not new to the art of vintage collecting and sales. Not only are you able to find the clothing that you’ve always wanted but these fabulous ladies are even able to aid in the styling process as they offer a variety of services along with their incredible consignment selection. Closed Monday-Wednesday, you can visit this storefront from 11 am – 6 pm Thursday-Sunday and don’t forget to take a look at their website’s events calender. There’s always something fun going on that supports other local businesses so you won’t want to miss out!
Music Valley Antiques & Marketplace
4.5 ★
Varying hours throughout the week means you will need to take a trip to their website to be certain that they are open before coming in but trust us, one trip to the site will have you running straight to Music Valley Antiques & Marketplace on Music Valley Drive. Fair priced boots, jewelry, antique furniture and much more is waiting for you every day (except Tuesday when they are only open for appointments) with a cheerful staff that is ready to answer any questions you might think of. Look for them near Crackle Barrel and the Fiddler’s Inn and prepare to spend more time than anticipated browsing, there’s so much to be found at Music Valley Antiques & Marketplace.
Decent Folk Vintage
4.9 ★
Open every day except Tuesday and Sunday, a visit to Decent Folk Vintage can be added to your list of Nashville must stop locations is sure to leave any folk who come in feeling satisfied. Monday and Wednesday, wait until 12 pm to visit but early risers can rejoice on Thursday, Friday and Saturday when they open at 10 am. Any day they are open, they close doors at 5 pm and you may want to make this trip more than once. Every employee has a passion for all things from the past and are ready to give you the experience that comes with a locally owned store from the second you walk in until check out. Since 2016, Decent Folk Vintage has provided wares from the 1880’s all the way up to the 1980’s and encourage niche collectors to seek them out. Nolensville Pike has been home to this location since their move in 2020 and they have no intention of stopping anytime.
Conclusion
For all the antique lovers and thrifters in your life, we at The Nashville Insider hope you have found something on our list to scratch that itch you have for bringing the past back to life. Here at NashvilleBarBike.com, our passion lies within the city and we are constantly updating the blog to tell you all you needed to know about everything Nashville. While you’re here, don’t hesitate to look through our available tour options. The Bar Bike is an affordable and exciting way to tour the area with someone who is pumped up to make your visit into something special. We hope you come back to check in with us on what’s what and who’s who here in the city of Nashville! There’s something for everyone in Nashville and The Nashville Insider is where you can have any and all of your questions answered.