2025 Vintage Section Applications

WHAT TO SUBMIT

Below are the materials you’ll need to submit—they help our jury get to know your business and how we can succeed together. Show off your personality and attention to detail!

• BRAND AND CURATION PROCESS
  Tells us about your brand. How do you source and assess products to ensure they meet your brand's standards for quality and alignment?
  
• BOOTH DESIGN
  Include a photo, sketch, inspiration board or rendering of your booth display. Your design should include plans for signage, lighting, merchandising and the structure of your booth. Your plans should also consider how your booth will tell your brand story. Not Sure Where to Start? Read more about booth design considerations below.
• PRODUCT TYPES & PRICE LIST
  List all the product types you plan to sell at the show with their prices (or price ranges). Make sure to represent each type of product you sell.
  
• PHOTOS OF YOUR PRODUCTS (5-10 photos)
  Submit 5-10 well-lit photos representing your products. These should showcase the variety of items you plan to sell at the show and highlight the style and identity of your brand.

**FOR REWORKED, RECYCLED, & EMBELLISHED CATEGORY ONLY**

• STEP-BY-STEP DESCRIPTION OF YOUR ALTERATION PROCESS
  If you are in the reworked, recycled, and embellished category, each item you wish to sell at the show must be made by you or your company and fit within our production criteria. Walk us through your production process(es)--tell us how you design, where production takes place, how you are involved and when you are getting help. This information will not be shared with anyone outside of the jury.
  
• STUDIO PHOTO
  Show us where you make the magic happen--whether it's your studio, a maker space, or a dining room table! This image should give the jury a sense of your workspace.
  

Vintage Section Exclusive Intro Pricing

• 5’ x 10’ space - $1,699 + HST (Reg booth rate: $3,215; Corner $3,720)
• 5' x 20' space - $3,398 + HST (Reg booth rate: $6,430; Corner $6,490)
• 10’ x 10’ space - $1,999 + HST (Reg booth rate: $4,460; Corner $5,190)
• 10' x 20' space - $3,998 + HST (Reg booth rate: $8,900; Corner $9,650)
• Corner Fee $300+ HST each

Booth space includes 8’ high pipe and white drape and booth number signage. Due to the pipe-and-drape construction (1.5” diameter) of the booth, internal dimensions are slightly reduced. Consider your actual booth size when making your booth display plans.

What does the booth fee include?

The fee covers your booth space. Tables, chairs, rolling racks and other design elements are the responsibility of the vendor. To ensure each space is uniquely designed to meet the standards of the rest of the One Of A Kind Show, each applicant is required to include a booth drawing in your application so we understand how you will utilize your space.

Access to lighting and electricity is not included and must be coordinated with the venue. Lighting is mandatory.

Wi-fi is free and is available through the venue.

At One Of A Kind, your success is our priority—and a well-designed booth is one of the best ways to draw in customers and drive sales. Your booth should showcase your brand and serve as a strong sales tool.

To help you make the most of your space, please note that handwritten signs and grid walls are not permitted, and rummage bins are strongly discouraged.

For inspiration, explore our Best Booth Pinterest Boards and consider these key design elements:

• Bright, focused lighting
• Smart use of vertical space
• A layout that invites browsing and interaction

Need help visualizing your setup? Try the Booth Design Puzzle Teaser created by visual merchandising expert (and friend of the show!) Ani Nersessian of VM ID.

**FOR REWORKED, RECYCLED, & EMBELLISHED CATEGORY ONLY**

• You are the designer AND heavily involved in the production of your work. We are looking for makers of all kinds--from traditional to technological and creative to commercially driven. Our criteria for production and scale will differ for each category, so applications are considered case-by-case. Outline your production process(es) in detail, to show the jury your work aligns with our criteria. Beyond that, we are looking for work that is creative, innovative, cohesive, avoids saturated trends and is respectful of copyright law and other cultures.
• You Reside AND Produce Your Work in Canada. We want consumers to support the local creative economy and community, so every item for sale in the show must be made in Canada. Any manufacturing help must be locally sourced, but not all raw materials must be. Designing products and having them produced internationally is NOT something we permit.
• Your Work Stands Out. In addition to the above, we are looking for creative, unique, innovative, and cohesive. Work that avoids saturated trends and respects copyright law and other cultures.

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT?

July 14: Application deadline to be considered for our first round of jurying.

Early-to-mid August: Applicants should expect to hear back on the status of their application.

• After July 14, we’ll continue accepting applications until the show sells out. The Selection Committee meets bi-weekly, and applicants can typically expect a response 2–3 weeks after applying.
• We strongly encourage early submissions to maximize your chances of being accepted.

Note:

• All applicants will be contacted via email or phone call with a jurying response.
• Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not accepted.

WHAT QUALIFIES AS VINTAGE?

We welcome vendors with pieces that fall into one or more of the following categories:

• Antique - Items over 100 years old
  Art, furniture, clothing, décor — heirlooms with historical significance.
• True Vintage - Items over 50 years old
  Iconic pieces that reflect the design and culture of their time.
• New Vintage - Items over 20 years old
  Classic finds from the late 20th century now coming back in vogue.
• Reworked, Recycled, Embellished
  Vintage items made extra special with custom “one of a kind” touches.

WHAT WILL MAKE MY APPLICATION STAND OUT?

Applications for the Vintage Section are reviewed by a dedicated selection committee who will be looking for vendors that align with the curated, high-quality spirit of the One Of A Kind experience. We assess applications based on several factors, including:

• Quality and authenticity of your vintage pieces

• A strong, cohesive aesthetic and point of view

• Saleability and uniqueness of your offerings

• A thoughtfully styled and visually appealing booth concept

• Clean, well-composed application photos that show off your collection

• Your ability to contribute to a diverse mix of categories and eras

We’re drawn to collections that are well-edited, visually compelling, and feel relevant to today’s design-minded shopper. We want to see how your offerings tell a story — whether that’s through era-specific styling, standout rare finds, or creative ways you rework and present vintage pieces.

Tell us your story. We love learning about your passion for vintage — how you source, why you collect, and what sets you apart. A personal, thoughtful application always stands out.

And a quick tip for those applying in popular categories (like vintage fashion or décor): be sure to highlight what makes your shop truly unique. With limited space and strong demand, a distinct voice and elevated presentation can make all the difference.

WHAT DO YOU MEAN CURATED?

This section is selectively curated to maintain a premium feel — an upscaled, boutique-style marketplace that aligns with the quality and creative spirit of our event. No rummage bins or mass-produced replicas here — only authentic, unique, and high-quality vintage pieces.