The Cozy Vintage Bedspread You Can Find At The Thrift Store That Adds So Much Charm

The perfect, plush bedspread can welcome you into your bedroom and keep you bundled up in style. From bold and patterned duvets fit for contemporary room designs to textured neutral-tone fabrics that blend in nicely with rustic decor, there's an abundance of styles and materials of bedding out there suitable for a variety of interior design aesthetics. However, one particular style of bedding that was once popular in decades past is experiencing a resurgence thanks to its timeless appeal and alluringly cozy texture.

It's not surprising that chenille bedspreads are coming back into style. Recent interior design trends show that plain, minimalist styles that were all the rage in recent years are starting to be phased out in exchange for decor with plenty of character and historic charm. Tufted chenille bedspreads reminiscent of a different era fit perfectly into the renaissance of antique and vintage interior designs. This style of bedding first came into vogue in the late 1800s, particularly in the American south, and remained popular through the twentieth century, peaking in the Great Depression era due to the bedding's practicality.

Chenille bedspreads are texturally appealing, often made with ultra plush, velvety fabrics, and boast intricate designs that make the bed spread both eye-catching and cozy. The unmistakably soft feel of the fabric and intriguing patterns are a part of the reason this style of bedding remains popular centuries later. Here is how to thrift this unique style of bedding to elevate your bedroom and effortlessly incorporate it in your home's interior design.

The first step to acquiring the chenille bedspread of your dreams is knowing what to look for so that you can easily identify one while perusing the aisles of your local thrift store or secondhand shop. One of the easiest ways to identify a chenille bedspread in addition to the unmistakable plush, velvety texture is the unmistakable tufted patterns. The older the bedspread is, the more rare or valuable it will be, since Depression era chenille was hand-tufted and often featured extremely detailed patterns like floral motifs or geometric designs. You can also look out for bedspreads that feature birds like swans or peacocks in the design — these were popular chenille patterns. Chenille bedspreads produced in later years are less valuable but can be equally charming when styled with intention. 

If you already have a vintage or Victorian-inspired bedroom, then the chenille bedspread will naturally fit right in. Chenille would be a harmonious addition to homes with mid-century modern, art deco, or retro themes. If you have a more contemporary, bohemian, or rustic home design, however, chenille can still be used in tandem with more modern styles to give your room a touch of nostalgia. This style of bedding comes in both bold, vibrant hues and muted, more neutral colors, so whether you'd like to lean into the maximalist trend, or if you'd prefer a more subtle nod to decades past, there's a chenille bedspread out there ready to elevate your bedroom with its distinctive, cozy charm.