Leif Shop Nostalgic Tabletop Items to Rediscover
Apr 28, 2026
When photo styling a brand's imagery that has a nostalgic feel, mood and vibe ~ I always pop into Leif. They always have fabrics and textures that echo back to a time when ricrac, gingham and hobnail was on everyones table. Leif sells online but also has 2 shops in Brooklyn, New York. Owner, Stacy Longenecker, creates a well-edited selection that is aauniquely curated that you will not find in other stores. Leif pieces remind me of trips to Brimfield Antique Market that I go to every year. We talk about our trips to the fleas in 10 Tips For Shopping At Flea Markets From a Photo Stylist. I'm always on the lookout for hobnail, milk glass and jadeite when I go to the markets and when I'm sourcing from Leif.
Some of our favorite pieces:
Ricrac Yellow Placement
In our 10 Steps To Styling Beautiful Tabletops From a Prop Stylist, we suggest to always add texture to your tabletap styling. Textures like rattan, wovens and waffle, like this waffle hand towel.
This is such a whimsical carafe set. It's fun to add whimsical touches to styling your tabletop and home. With fashion, I do the "high to low" and "luxe to whimsy". You can do the same thing in your home. Whimsical touches like Leif's pieces add personality, fun and character to your home.
Additional Tabletop Pieces │
Koi Drinking Glasses
Peachy Keen Coupe Glass
Perfect Pear Stoneware Platter
Scalloped Wooden Serving Set
Lily of the Valley Tea Towel
Bonnie ~
Cover Image Credit │ Leif Shop
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