VINTAGE! VINTAGE! VINTAGE! We just cannot get enough of the vintage style. The style may be trending right now, but we know buying vintage isn’t exactly the cheapest. Before you let the hefty price tag influence you to change your style, take a look at this list of alternative vintage stores. Whether you reside in The Big Apple or The City of Angels, there are plenty of ways to get your hands on some authentic vintage pieces at thrift stores near you.
AuH2O
Located in the East Village, this thrift store has some of the best vintage jewelry you can find! As a bonus, most of the items are under 25 dollars, with some racks with a permanent price of five dollars. All of the stock is handpicked and inspected for damage. You’re sure to get a bang for your buck here!
Cure Thrift Shop
Shop for some bangin’ style and a good cause! Located in the East Village, Cure is a non-profit thrift store. All proceeds benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research and Advocacy. While the first floor consists of accessories and furniture, the basement has all the clothing. (Extra tip: Check back twice a year for their “whatever you can fit in this bag is $15” deal.)
Angel Street Thrift
Another great charitable business that donates! Angel Street Thrift donates proceeds to programs for substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, and mental health disorders at the Lower East Side Service Center. Angel Street Thrift has one-time-wear fashion pieces as well as some never-worn outfits from companies who donate.
Rose Bowl Flea Market
You read it right. This store is so big it fits in the Rose Bowl. Peruse through multiple vendors to get a variety of styles for the best vintage clothing you can find. You’ll be sure to walk away with some amazing finds! Also, don’t be afraid to take a crack at your bargaining skills.
Crossroads
With locations in Costa Mesa, Irvine, West Hollywood and Studio City, there’s no way you can’t find your way into this store. Pop the address into your smartphone and be on your merry thrifting way to an organized store with tons of options.
Squaresville Vintage
Buy, sell and trade clothes at Squaresville Vintage! The store has a variety of options, including some of the best vintage dresses. If you don’t want to spend time searching through the store, then take out your phone and browse their Instagram page to see if they have the style you’re looking for.
