Thrift stores are gaining popularity because of their unique offerings and low prices. One (wo)mans trash is another (wo)mans treasure after all. LA has a great mix of thrift stores that offer deals as low as $1 and vintage stores where you can score an $800 Rick Owens jacket for $150.
The 90’s are truly alive in LA and we have listed the 5 thrift stores to fit your thrifting needs.
Wasteland is a known gem in LA due to its high end inventory and rich history. Opened in 1985, Wasteland now has four locations in California, two of which are located in the Los Angeles area. This fashion-forward shop has forged ahead with incredible used designer pieces and newly added original unused items. This is the place to score that jacket at a fraction of the price.
Every Sunday, Melrose Trading Post sets up shop at the Fairfax High School campus. This is where locals go to find something exceptionally unique. They offer anything from art and vintage clothing to jewelry and handcrafted items. Being that this post is only on Sundays – pieces come and go each week so don’t hesitate to swipe up that pallet coffee table if it speaks to you.
Located in the hillside neighborhood of Los Feliz, this vintage pearl is overflowing with great vintage clothing and accessories. Known for their genuine vintage dresses, you can expect to find anything from your new favorite LBD to your next Halloween costume. Squaresville is a denim-lover’s haven.
A hidden gem in LA’s Echo Park neighborhood, Lemon Frog Shop has a unique collection of pieces from the ‘50s to the ‘90s. This is the place to pick up that grunge flannel or your first poodle skirt. Check this shop out to save on a unique vintage piece that no one will have.
Jet Rag is a catch-all of vintage clothing located off La Brea Ave in LA. They truly have something for everyone at every price range – you can even get your dog a nice little bomber jacket if you’re lucky. This vintage store tout’s great prices and great pieces, even having a $1 sale every Sunday.
No matter what your style, there are many ways to find great items at discount prices. Check one out today and let us know what you got!