Style June 18, 2018
You're about to thrift like you never have before.
There’s nothing quite like finding cute and cheap clothes. Not cheap like it’ll-fall-apart-in-three-washes cheap. More like, wow-I-snagged-this-nice-quality-jacket-during-a-sale-event-and-it-was-already-half-off-capitalism-has-nothing-on-me cheap.
These kind of finds are attainable year-round, but thrifting requires patience. Not every trip yields good finds, thrift shops are rarely well-organized and they’re usually crammed with other savvy shoppers looking to save some cash.
Thrifting can be exhausting — until now. Thrift stores are popping up on the streets and online. Gone are the days of digging through clothing racks for hours upon hours. Thrifting isn’t only a great to save some money and score some unique pieces; it’s also great for the environment and a real win for your wallet and the world. Without further ado, here are the best online thrift stores you’re going to want to check out.
Poshmark carries over 25 million items from 5,000 brands. Items come from everywhere as anyone can list items and set prices. Basically, it’s a great site for buying and selling. Their app also makes it easy to list and browse items, coming from brands like Madewell, lululemon, Nike, Kate Spade, Free People and more.
With a site that separates clothes into clear categories, provides filters and offers a personally-curated shopping experience, thredUP takes thrift shopping to the next level. People send the company their clothes. The thredUP team then professionally photographs and lists all the items — everything from “Gap to Gucci,” according to their website.
You’ve probably heard of ASOS. But what about ASOS Marketplace? The service launched in 2010 and lists clothing from independent brands and vintage boutiques, allowing you to score big on one-of-a-kind items.
You’ve definitely heard of eBay, but have you ever considered it for thrift shopping? Many people list their clothing on eBay every day, making it easy to search and find exactly what you need for a fraction of the cost.
GoodTwice offers maybe some of the best prices on this list, with most pieces rarely exceeding $20. Most items look to be priced around $10-$15. Not to mention, shipping is only 99¢ on your first order. That means you can buy more than a few items and not cry when you check out your bank account balance after.
Depop is the perfect option for those who love a classic retro-style. Similar to Poshmark, users post their own clothing and prices. People occasionally barter in the comment section. What’s more, you can follow sellers who have a style you really like — meaning that girl or guy whose style you want to steal? You can do that now.
Restitch basically imitates the range of items you’d find at your local Goodwill (probably because the team behind it is from Google Industries in North Central Wisconsin). The main difference is that the items are nice and organized for your convenience.
Speaking of Goodwill, they have an online site as well! Instead of buying items directly on this site, you bid on them, a la Ebay.
Etsy isn’t just a place where you can find creative arts and crafts. Tons of people on Etsy sell vintage clothes. My favorite finds on Etsy usually include vintage shirts or sweatshirts. You just can’t buy them in stores anymore!
Looking for local finds online? Facebook Marketplace is the way to go. You can put in what items you’re looking and what city you’re in, allowing you to find pieces people nearby are selling.
Swap.com offers a crazy amount of items, from women’s to men’s to children’s. Their selection is very Goodwill-esque, meaning you may have to be a bit more creative with pieces to make them work with your style. But it just makes finding the right piece even that much better.
This is definitely a pricer thrifting site (and I really mean pricier), but if you’re looking for one-of-a-kind designer pieces, this is your place. You’ll drop a little more cash, but you’re sure to find something elegant and sophisticated that no one else has.
Instagram isn’t just for posting pics of you living your best life. A lot of people have taken to using the social media platform for advertising their clothes they’re selling. Try looking up different hashtags, like #clothesforsale.
No matter which online store you choose to shop at, you’re sure to find some great items for even better prices!
