Tag: HERLIV


  • The new reality of thrifting: Sourcing while Prices Are Rising

    I used to tell people that thrift stores were magical places where you could find authentic French crystal for €3 and walk away feeling like you’d uncovered the greatest treasure. Last week, I visited thirteen different secondhand shops in one day across my region in the Netherlands and I need to be honest about what…

  • Vintage vs. Antique:  How to Know the Difference

    In the world of interior design and collecting, terms like “vintage,” “antique,” and “retro” are often thrown around interchangeably. But at HERLIV, we believe that understanding the history of an object is the first step in truly valuing it. To help you navigate your next find, let’s break down the definitions and why those extra…

  • The Soul of HERLIV: Why Every Object Deserves a New Life

    In a world dominated by mass production and “fast furniture,” there is a power in things that have already lived. Welcome to the first chapter of the HERLIV story. A space where we don’t just sell antiques. We tell stories and preserve legacies. What’s in a Name? The name HERLIV is the heartbeat of our…