By Leigh Chamberlain By Leigh Chamberlain | January 22, 2025 | Feature, Shop, Guides,
While on the hunt for your next great find, stop by these local antique shops featuring everything from fine china to midcentury abstract art and more. The Paradise Antiques
Cote Jardin Antiques
For a taste of 18th and 19th-century France, wander through the gates of Cote Jardin Antiques. Decorated with beautiful greenery, this antique furniture and garden store may be as photogenic as its findings. Inside, antiquers can explore unusual French furniture, accessories and more gathered by the Parisian owners, who network throughout the south of France. 3218 O St., 202.333.3067,cotejardinantiques.com
Iron Will Woodworks & Reclaimed
Furnish your home with history after stopping into Iron Will Woodworks & Reclaimed. Collecting a selection of rare wood slabs, antiques and vintage pieces, the owners passionately revive historical pieces that they hope to pass on to their shoppers. The shop even takes custom orders for those that have a specific look in mind. 1007 S. Talbot St., St. Michaels, MD, 267.221.5107, ironwillwoodworks.com
Jean-Pierre Antiques
It is hard to say which is more iconic regarding this Georgetown shopping staple—the store or the owner. Jean-Pierre Sarfati (formerly the hairstylist for Donna Karan and Bianca Jagger) is not afraid to be bold. In fact, he specializes in it through his eclectic collection of 18th-century furniture, Murano glass, lucite furnishings and more. 2601 P St., 202.297.5090 jean-pierreantiques.com
L’Enfant Gallery
Four floors filled with paintings, ceramics, silver sculpture furniture and art from around the world await you on Wisconsin Avenue. This antique and fine art gallery sits in the heart of historical Georgetown and has pieces dating back to the 17th century. Dolls, estate jewelry and collectibles are also available for your perusal. 1442 Wisconsin Ave., 202.625.2873, trocadero.com
Miss Pixie’s
Specializing in self-proclaimed “furnishings and whatnot,” Miss Pixie’s has been decorating DC since 1997. Funky and fresh finds fill the store and add to its quaint aura. Pay Miss Pixie a visit on 14th Street and find your new favorite antique, whether that be a vintage bookshelf or an ornate bed frame. 1626 14th St., 202.232.8171,misspixies.com
Oliver Dunn, Moss & Co
Pastel colors and preppy designs are what make Oliver Dunn so loved. This lifestyle and home goods collection, curated by interior designer Jackie Dunn, bodes coziness and taste. Turn your house into a home with stunning light fixtures, pillows and ceramics from the charming store. 1657 Wisconsin Ave., 202.338.7410, facebook.com/oliverdunndc/
The Paradise Antiques
Personalize your home at The Paradise Antiques. This Middleburg shop helps locals find their missing pieces, from furniture to wall decor, lighting and different trinkets. With the help of owner Ariane Carles, who gathers antiques from all over the world, shoppers are destined to find their new showstopping home accessories. 1769 Zulla Road, Middleburg, Va., 571.271.4589, theparadiseantiques.com
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