Brand Values Of The Urban Vintage Affair

Our aim is reviving the past and making it 'current', inspiring and encouraging us all to think outside the box, to pass on traditional values and to give new life and a new creative and modern use.

Our concept is to offer you more than just items to decorate your home. The Urban Vintage Affair will always strive to improve by following these set of Brand Values and Social Responsibility Rules:

Brand Values for The Urban Vintage Affair

  • Authenticity: We celebrate the unique history and character of our pieces, and we are committed to sourcing and providing our customers with genuine, high-quality antiques.
  • Creativity:  Remaining open to ideas and adapting based on the events that are happening in our environment / the world. Not following the heard, always taking the road less traveled. Inspirational and functional in mind when sourcing products.   
  • Sustainability: We believe that  antique and vintage shopping is a sustainable way to consume homeware, and we are committed to reducing our environmental impact.
  • Inclusivity: We believe that everyone should have access to antiques, regardless of their budget, style, location or background. This being why we sell most of our sets separately and offering a wide variety of pieces to choose from. We are always happy to help our customers find the perfect items.
  • Community: We value the community of other antique and vintage sellers and recognise the importance of choosing collaboration over competition, helping other businesses flourish.


Social Responsibility Values for The Urban Vintage Affair

  • Ethical sourcing: We source our vintage pieces from ethical and sustainable dealers, and establishments. We work closely with our sources to ensure that their environmental impact is minimised.
  • Open Box Service save on P&P cost with multiple purchases across an unlimited mount of time for regular UK and international customers. Reducing shipment, saving money and carbon footprint
  • Environmental stewardship: We are committed to reducing our environmental impact in all aspects of our business. We use recycled / recyclable and acid free materials in our packaging whenever possible, and we offset our carbon emissions. Collate couriers and dispatching two days a week. Promote the consolidation of orders coming in and going out of the business.
  • Giving back: We believe in giving back to the community, and we support a the charity Lupus UK every October for #LupusAwarnessMonth. We also donate 100% of our profits on a permeant online page to support this cause all year round.

 

 Customer Values

mirroring our brands dedication to authenticity, sustainability, education and inclusivity.

  • Respect the history behind each piece. Treat vintage items as special and unique, reflecting the care The Urban Vintage Affair puts into curating genuine antiques and handmade goods
  • Value storytelling. Appreciate and share the origins and narratives of items, be curious about provenance and the cultural context that gives each piece depth.
  • Support zero-waste goals. Reuse or recycle packaging and materials where possible, bring the same attitude to gifting, displaying, and disposing of items responsibly.
  • Thoughtful purchasing. Choose pieces with purpose, understand their function and longevity rather than impulse-buying for novelty.
  • Ask questions. Whether online or in-store, feel free to explore the background, era, and craftsmanship of each item. The Urban Vintage Affair collects and shares this history.
  • Embrace learning. Attend our markets and events or engage in social media discussions to deepen your appreciation of the vintage community .
  • Mindful use. Use your pieces in daily life, don’t let them “gather dust” on a shelf. Celebrate their stories through real use.
  • Handle with respect. Especially delicate or historically significant items deserve gentle care and proper upkeep.
  • Showcase your finds. Share your vintage styling, photography, or home arrangements via blog posts, social media, personal gifting. Helping revive and reinterpret antiques. Don't forget to tag us and leave us a fab review!
  • Support sustainable makers. Engage with and purchase from modern craft collections like The Sommelier—blending vintage with eco-friendly design.