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This Backdoor Is Brimming With Retro + Vintage Finds From Japan and Italy

Retro clocks and banana figure lamps, anyone?

by Louise Lizan
Published Dec 14, 2023

backdoor manila 1200 — PHOTO BY Instagram/Backdoor Manila

(SPOT.ph) If Alice stumbled upon a rabbit hole to find Wonderland, one just has to go through this backdoor (pun intended) to get a glimpse of all sorts of things a.k.a vintage, mid-century, and retro items. Vintage shop Backdoor Manila could be your own wonderland if you have a love for unique and functional home furniture, decor, and a lot more.

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Check out this online shop Backdoor Manila for vintage, mid-century, and retro items:

Backdoor Manila's collection of rare finds is from Japan and Italy, so expect to see loads of items with aesthetics inspired by those cultures across different decades. And well, you know how it is with vintage shops (since you also go to vintage clothing stores)—you'll never know what you'll find.

A quick scan of their Instagram page shows indoor or outdoor signs (neon ones, too, perfect to hang in your bedroom, garage, or home offices), cool lava lamps (we all wanted to have one as a kid), retro alarm clocks, and banana figure lamps, among other unique pieces you can and will find a space for inside your home. They're one-of-a-kind pieces that will elevate your space.

When it comes to these shops, units or designs are usually limited (one... five... pieces), so best to keep an eye out on their account for their drops. They sell out fast, too, so if something onhand calls to your heart, you better act swiftly before it's gone for good. Backdoor Manila has a hashtag where you can go through their available units like this 1970s Vintage Desk Fan made in Japan or this 1970s Toshiba Clotty Flip Clock with Lamp combo. Just shoot them a message on Instagram for the price.