9 Thrift Stores In Houston Boasting True Texan Trends

With a sophisticated, black storefront boasting hot pink accents, Out of the Closet stands out amongst the crowd. Offering vintage clothing (mustard polka dot jacket, anyone?), a wide range of accessories, home décor, books, and more, you could spend a full afternoon devouring all the delicious discounts.

The cherry on top?

For every dollar you spend, $0.96 goes to HIV/AIDS Services Globally and AIDS Healthcare Foundation. And conveniently, the store also has a pharmacy and HIV testing center on site: get tested and get your Houston thrift shopping fix all in one. Play it safe with your sexual health (with fashion, never).

If you’re a Dallas local, then lucky for you because they’re also one of the best thrift stores in Dallas, too.

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AGC Resale Boutique has a quaint feel with a powerful mission behind it. While only 1000 sq feet top to bottom, this tidy and well-laid-out shop packs in something special for everyone.

Between their sensibly priced clothing, handmade jewelry, household items and vintage merchandise, guilt free retail-therapy never felt so good.

Donations to this Houston thrift store are analyzed and sorted to determine what to sell in-store and what their partner charities need. All funds raised support the Amazing Grace Charities. They schedule drop offs for donation at a time that’s convenient for you, so there’s (almost) no excuse not to channel your inner Marie Kando and clear out your closet for their worthy cause.

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The Cottage Shop is a treasure trove amongst Montrose Houston thrift stores. Founded in 1971 (a.k.a, peak fashion era), it’s no wonder they’re a top vintage reseller in Houston.

Showcasing high-end designer brands and vintage clothing, all at an affordable price point, you can find used garments for all genders, handbags, and home décor from the likes of Tiffany

The Cottage Shop goes above and beyond in their support for local community programs. 100% of their proceeds go to The Women’s Home which supports women, children, and families to reclaim stability with vocational training, mental health services, and a residential treatment program for those suffering from addictions.

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What comes to mind when you think of the word ‘couture’? ‘Luxury’, ‘unique’ maybe ‘high-fashion’?

Couture Blowout provides all that and the beauty of grandeur (but minus the over-the-top, weird pieces that higher-ups deem as ‘fashion’).

Comprising high-end designer duds at a fraction of their retail cost, this Houston consignment store places a focus on circular economy to keep gently used luxury merchandise out of landfills.

Located in the River Oaks neighborhood, strut down the runway (i.e. sidewalk) to participate in their consignment option, pick out the perfect name-brand dress and then head on over to wine night at the local bar and restaurant, Eloise Nichols with over 600, 5-star reviews.

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The Charity Guild Shop is another Montrose thrift store in Houston combining fashion with a social cause (donating to charities that help the elderly), since 1962.

Consisting of a vast floor layout with divided and categorized rooms, you’ll find a monumental amount of goods from antique furniture, art, and estate items to men and women’s clothing, jewellery, and shoes.

A business model encompassing modern trends with tradition at heart, spend some time chatting with the enthusiastic volunteers, and find the shop open every day except Sunday.

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Following a recent renovation to better serve their savvy Houston thrift shoppers, Blue Bird Circle Resale Shop now boasts a large, light-filled warehouse with beautiful wood framing throughout the store. And in that warehouse, you’ll find everything from antique chesterfield love-seats to designer clothing to Green Dragon-patterned Bone China and affordable home accents, books and more.

Take your time in discovering all there is on offer, but know they are closed Sunday, Monday, and Friday each week.

If you want to take advantage of their consignment system, 60% goes into your pocket and 40% goes to funding several neurological medical research organizations for children.

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Houston Forum Resale Shop supports and funds their non-profit organization providing services to women, children, and seniors in Houston.

Consisting of an eclectic array of donations including glassware, clothing, shoes, handbags, home décor, large furniture, musical instruments, and art (*deep inhale*), their Houston Heights thrift store has the pulse on their customer base.

Stop in daily from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. except Sundays.

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With a distinctive and undeniably flamboyant storefront, there will be no judgement for your love of leopard prints here. Leopord Lounge is a vibrant, funky Houston vintage resale store that has accumulated an incredible range of clothes from the 1920’s-2000’s.

The interior décor matches the aesthetic they sell, with spots to relax around banquette social seating and grand chandeliers lighting up rows upon rows of new-to-you cowboy/girl boots. Sell your own avant-garde pieces here for cash in hand or simply bask under their pink neon lights as your eyes feast on the curated collection.

It has certainly earned recognition as being one of the best secondhand stores in Houston for clothes and, unsurprisingly, their sister store in Austin stands out amongst the best Austin thrift stores, too.

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‘Modern couture with a past’, is an apt description for this high end thrift store in Houston. The owner of Cheeky Vintage places a strong emphasis on the stories that get passed down through the items she brings in to sell.

Housing bespoke women’s pieces from the 1940’s-1990’s, their quintessential and boutique vibe showcases curated clothing and accessories, brand names and unlabelled gems.

Allow yourself to be immersed in the history of your purchases and come away with quality heirloom treasures. The doors are open Monday through Friday, closed weekends.

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