Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Renowned; The Agoura Antique Mart

The Agoura Antique Mart is a special place here in Southern California who's goods are not only well-known, but well-respected and highly sought after.  Booths are (for the most part) reserved so far in advance that you're lucky just to get onto the waiting list...!
From the warm and friendly service, knowledgeable staff and a most fantatsic depth and breadth of inventory, if you are ever in the area, you simply cannot miss it!  Don't be surprised if you come across a favorite movie star, model or other celebrity type either, as the shop is just a short drive from Malibu- home to numerous Hollywood elite (!); they often come incgnito, but love the gorgeous, expansive showroom nonetheless.

You may have seen visions of it here too, or, if you have ever traveled to my sweet little sister LuLu's blog DustyLu Interiors (it was she- designer LuLu- after all, who helped influence me to begin blogging in the first place she and I have been going antiquing together for years...).

In any event- the proprietor of The Agoura Antique Mart is named Maria, and she has been a great help and excellent source inspiration not only to LuLu and I, but to countless others as well.  She is kind, sweet, and an excellent businesswoman too. If/ when you get a chance to drop by, I am sure you will be pleasantly astonished! 
Here are some of the most recent displays that I am so pleased (and priviliged) to share, and to have up for sale there.





Magazine Rack: SOLD
Thanks for taking a peek! More to come!

32 comments:

  1. Love that mirror and those nesting tables and the dishes and the antlers..... It just looks like such a pretty place to visit. We are lucky to have an antique mall here but it is junky looking. Very few take the time to make nice displays. Some you really have to dig through.

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  2. Those are so unique looking items. I had a look around your blog, and amazed at the things you've found, and re-finished..They are absolutely beautiful.

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  3. Gorgeous photos! I really like those stacked baskets!

    Polly

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  4. Oh my! This is all so wonderful! I would LOVE to get the chance to visit in person!
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  5. Ooooh!!! I wish I lived out there!! I love everything!! Thanks for posting, I am hoping to go out there in the spring and I will definitely make this a stop on my shopping tour ;)

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  6. oh i wish i lived in california!!! You have some beautiful things!I love your home.Your sister does such beautiful work....Kathy

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  7. Looks like a nice place.I wouldn't mind browsing and seeing all the pretty things they have on display.

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  8. Oh how I wish I could visit this lovely place in person!On my, I think I want one of everything! Those wicker baskets are calling my name, the wire ones too. And those plates in the dish rack? I need to wipe the drool off my keyboard. you have great taste!!!
    Kate

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  9. If only I lived closer...

    You have a beautiful blog. I used to have an antiques and home decor store, and I love everything that I have seen on here. I definitely love your style!

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  10. LOVE that table and chairs with the cushions!! I would so love to visit in person!
    Beautifully displayed!

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  11. The next time I am in Southern California I definitely want to check that place out! I like spotting stars too!

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  12. D,
    I have been reading about Agoura forever! I would give anything to go. What treasures I could find. Oh one day. Thanks for sharing, makes me want to go worse. Lisa

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  13. What a gorgeous shop! I would so love to visit if I ever make it back to CA. I adore the little table in the very first photo. My friend and I had a room in an antique mall and loved it but unfortunately we didn't have the best management and had to close shop. ♥

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  14. Simply stunning!!Would love to see it in person!!

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  15. SO glad to have "met" you via our blogs!! I'm now a follower and
    can't wait to read your posts!!! :)

    XOXO

    Ruth

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  16. Beautiful post! I really do love these lovely pictures. Off to read some of your earlier posts...

    Happy Thoughts!
    Saskia

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  17. Bonjour Donatello,
    Just found your beautiful blog via your comment over at The Beautiful Life. I think I could get lost in this store, i love the Frech daybed.
    I'll be following along and will be back soon;
    Have a good evening!

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  18. Good evening, I love your blog! I wanted to tell you that I've welcomed you to Blogland on my blog. It's for Friday, but I usually post it on Thursday evening. So it's up if you want to go visit!
    Brenda http://cozylittlehouse.com

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  19. In love with this! Thank you for visiting me and sharing such beauty with me!

    I love this post.... mmmmm...

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  20. Would love to make a trip there...but I'm in IL. Great job on those artful layered displays. I love your style!
    Julie www.juliejohnsonblog.blogspot.com

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  21. WOW!! I need to move in there! Just gorgeous! Heavenly comes to mind!

    Thans for the sweet comments on my blog too! You are right it is such a big job to be a mom & a wife...Your encouragement was such a blessing to me ! From one mom to another...Thanks!!!

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  22. looked and looked for a direct email ... cant find one, Love your blog. Love your sisters too!...
    Thanks for finding me!

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  23. so many beautiful treasures to pick from! thank you for the inspiration! :)

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  24. Your taste in arranging old things...lovely.

    Would love to see your displays in person.

    Sweet dreams.

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  25. awe-mazing!!!!! i'll take one of everything in every booth.....lol. thanks for sharing this little piece of "heaven."

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  26. big sigh of satisfaction followed by oohs and aahs.

    the whites. i really like the shades. mixing. the textures.

    they all speak to me.

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  27. We may be taking a lil trip down to california this summer, I can't wait to find some great treasures.Looks beautiful good job! Kim

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  28. I want more than a PEEK...I want to go there! The place looks like a glimpse of heaven.

    I can not wait to see more.

    Cheers~
    e

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  29. Hello, my dear Donatella,
    I would love to visit that antique market. How wonderful that you are able to have your beautiful wares there! I have never been to California, but if I ever to have the privilege to visit, I will make this one of my stopping places! I hope you have had a sweet and lovely Valentine's Day! Sending many happy thoughts your way! Vicki

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  30. Love everything in the photos! Thank you so much for sharing!!! I wouldn't want to leave the place lol

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  31. Everything you posted here looks fabulous, I wish I lived closer to that market too! Thanks also so much for your comment on my blog, I'm looking forward to getting to know you better :-)

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