About Dear Virginia

Dear Virginia began with a love for objects that carry stories.

Hi, I'm Virginia (Ginny). I’ve always been drawn to the kinds of things that feel like they’ve lived a life before finding their way to you. I fell in love with old things not through my own collection, but through travel. Walking in ancient cities, going to classes in a centuries-old building, and spending time with beautiful things that had a story taught me that the best things aren’t precious - they’re proven. Old things are meant to be used and loved.

Each piece in the shop is thoughtfully sourced and chosen for its character, craftsmanship, and sense of history. I’m especially drawn to warm textures, quirky uniquities, and pieces that feel just as at home in everyday life as they do on a special table.

Dear Virginia is rooted in the belief that the things we surround ourselves with matter. They can hold memories, spark conversation, and help create moments of connection. My hope is that over the years I’ll receive letters and emails from customers sharing stories about the pieces that now live in their homes—messages that begin, “Dear Virginia…”

Thank you for giving these pieces a new chapter. It is truly a joy to search for treasures for you.

— Ginny