Imagine the perfect cozy afternoon. Maybe it’s spring, and you’re sipping iced tea in an overstuffed club chair, a vase of just-opened tulips sitting nearby. Or, perhaps it’s fall, and you’re standing at your kitchen island making a favorite meal for friends. The room is light and bright, but never stark. It’s warm and welcoming, with a few well-loved antiques and collectibles sitting on open shelves and wicker bar stools pulled up to the counter.This is the Nancy Meyers aesthetic, and it’s beloved by movie fans and design enthusiasts alike. If you’ve seen a Nancy Meyers movie — think Something’s Gotta Give, The Holiday, or It’s Complicated — you know the look. It’s timeless. It’s effortless. It’s comfortable yet aspirational. Just like her stories, these homes don’t age. Which is precisely why thrifting the Nancy Meyers aesthetic is so accessible. (Someone’s 1990s cast-offs could be absolutely perfect for your rom-com-worthy vision!) Here’s how to use vintage pieces and thrift store finds to create the Nancy Meyers aesthetic for your own home, even when you're not working with a Nancy Meyers-level movie budget. What is the Nancy Meyers Aesthetic?Universal PicturesThis kitchen featured in the Nancy Meyers movie, It’s Complicated has that signature ‘come on in’ vibe. Nancy Meyers’ films are often comfort food rom-coms. They’re the type of reliable movies you can watch again and again, knowing that you’re going to get a cozy story and a beautifully filmed visual treat. The homes are always the perfect blend of laid-back and luxurious, and they can rarely be pinpointed to a specific era in time. They’re the epitome of classic.“The Nancy Myers aesthetic exudes cozy vibes. It’s a beautiful combination of your grandma’s house combined with a fresh, farmers’ market vibe,” says Sara McDaniel, designer and home renovation expert at Simply Southern Cottage. “Think of a collected, well-curated home filled with love and warmth.”Related StoriesSpaces inspired by Nancy Meyers films focus on neutral colors, with ivory, white, and beige taking center stage. Cozy upholstery, warm wood and natural materials, and accessories with a story define the rooms. “A Nancy Meyers space starts with a base layer of furniture that is traditional in style, such as a stained mahogany sideboard or gentleman’s chests that can be used as end tables,” says Jennifer Burt, owner of Mississippi Maximalism. Add in layers of lighting, blankets, and, of course, freshly cut flowers to give the space that timeless, approachable feel.Nancy-Approved Pieces to Look For at Thrift StoresWhen you’re thrifting, there are a few pieces to keep your eyes out for if you’re trying to strike that perfect Nancy Meyers look. These are classic pieces that are easy to find secondhand, and they stand the test of time.Wood FurnitureFrom rich wood dressers to beautiful dining chairs, brown wood furniture is the ideal accent to the off-white palette of a Nancy Meyers space. “Look for classic, timeless pieces, such as spindle or turned-leg accent chairs and vintage wooden coffee tables,” says Anastasia Casey, founder of The Interior Collective. And don’t be afraid of a piece that shows its age. “Anything with a little patina or character is a win,” she adds. Jim WestphalenDesigner Cathy Chapman used warm woods and antique-style lighting to add a lived-in feel to this Vermont kitchen. We think Nancy Meyers would approve!Cozy TextilesWhile Nancy Meyers-inspired spaces are full of neutrals, there is an occasional print or texture to add layer and depth. “Don’t be afraid to add some color or pattern,” says Virginia Chamlee, vintage expert and author of Big Thrift Energy. “Check the pillow section for anything striped or toile.”Kitchen AccessoriesNancy Meyers’ kitchens are her most iconic designs. They’re welcoming spaces where you can imagine big family dinners, cozy holiday gatherings, and at-home date nights. The accessories play a huge role in telling their story. “White ceramics, copper cookware, vintage baskets, and stacks of well-loved books instantly add that layered, lived-in feel,” says Anastasia.Annie Schlechter for Country LivingAntique ironstone is always a good idea! Related StoryOld CookbooksVirginia also recommends old cookbooks to add a lived in feel that beckons friends and family into the kitchen. “So many of the characters in Nancy Meyers films love to entertain, so thrifting a vintage Ina Garten or Julia Child cookbook makes sense.”Natural MaterialsFrom wicker to rattan to bamboo, natural textures speak to the effortless, laid-back vibe of the Nancy Meyers aesthetic. These materials can be present everywhere from a wicker tray to a bamboo cocktail table. Jennifer says, “I am always on the hunt for bamboo etageres and multifunctional pieces like wicker trunks, which can be used as a coffee table, at the end of a bed, or tucked under a side table.”Quality UpholsteryBeautiful upholstery is pricey, and finding it secondhand is the best way to get it for a budget-friendly price. “Think about comfort and durability, so fabrics such as linen are a great choice,” says Jennifer. “One of my best finds was at a charity thrift store, where I purchased a blue-and-white striped sofa with oversize rolled arms that fit this look perfectly. It cost less than $30.” Also: If you find a perfect Nancy Meyers-esque silhouette, but the upholstery has seen better days, Burt notes that a new slipcover will bring it right back to life.Related StoryThe Best Search Terms for the Nancy Meyers Aesthetic Buff Strickland for Country LivingA farm table with patina is the ultimate Nancy Meyers-esque secondhand score.Facebook Marketplace is often the gold standard for finding classic secondhand furniture and accessories online, particularly if you’re looking for a hint of nostalgia. The key is training your algorithm to show you exactly what will appeal to the Nancy Meyers aesthetic.Start by searching for the right terms. “For Facebook Marketplace, keywords like ‘English roll arm,’ ‘vintage pine,’ ‘slipcovered,’ ‘cane back,’ and ‘farmhouse table’ tend to surface the best finds,” says Anastasia. Searching for these items and bookmarking them will encourage the algorithm to show you more items that fit into these categories, and also gives you better odds at seeing them before anyone else.But, Jennifer says, the real pro tip is to widen your search area, and then search and save. “After browsing this way for a few days, you can lessen your search radius and it will show you a curated list of items it knows you will like.”Online Antiques Shops That Specialize in the Nancy Meyers Aesthetic Becky Luigart-Stayner for Country LivingSearch for vintage baskets and brass accents while your scouring the (virtual) store aisles. Nora Murphy Country HouseNora Murphy served as EVP of Style and Advertising at Ethan Allen before launching her lifestyle blog that champions a distinctly New England-esque take on a country life. You can shop her “Hunt Club” collections by category (soft goods, baskets, artwork).Dreamy WhitesSwoon-worthy Swedish furniture mingle alongside French and Belgian collectibles such as bread boards, linens, ironstone, and oil paintings.Through the PortholeA staple of California’s Long Beach Antique Market, this husband-wife shop is a resource for mostly neutral pottery, cutting boards, and wooden stools.The Parsons’ Nose AntiquesMichigan-based dealer Brad Stanwick has a background in art history and specializes in 17th and 18th century English oak furniture—the type of pieces you’d find in a well appointed English country house. His pricing is also incredibly reasonable for this sort of thing.Textile TrunkBased in Vermont, owner Wendy Lewis lived in Europe for more than a decade and has a well-trained eye for textiles that include French ticking, grain sacks, and tassel tiebacks. We've also clicked “add to cart” a few too many times for her stock of stair runners and rag rugs. More Nancy Meyers-Inspired Design Ideas:Heather BienHeather Bien is a Washington, DC-based writer covering home, design, entertaining, and travel for the likes of Martha Stewart, Southern Living, Virginia Living, and more. She is an avid antiquer and novice gardener who spends much of her free time tending to the rose garden and the ever-growing list of projects at her cottage, Rosehill Cottage, which is located on the Rappahannock River near Urbanna, Virginia.