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Endless new-to-you treasures are waiting to be discovered at thrift stores, consignment shops, and unique boutiques across New York State. From gently-used designer clothing, to antiques, jewelry, collectibles, furniture, household items, retro apparel, and so much more, you can have it all without breaking the bank. Not only does thrifting provide budget-friendly options for shoppers, but it also promotes recycling and reuse. Oftentimes, proceeds from sales go toward charitable causes in the regions they serve. Check out some of New York’s best secondhand shops with first-rate finds! Credit: @paperdollvintage on Instagram
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Adirondacks
Finders Keepers Consignments (Glens Falls)
In the heart of charming Glens Falls you can browse through top fashions, vintage, runway, and everyday wear. At Finders Keepers, consigned items are hand-picked, diverse, and well cared for. Look through the collection online before you buy, featuring brands like Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, and Burberry.
DressCode (Plattsburgh)
A staple in the small town of Plattsburgh, DressCode offers carefully selected pre-owned clothing at affordable prices. The shop’s mission is to provide the same amazing shopping experience as your favorite retail brands (such as Lily Pulitzer and J. Crew) without contributing to over consumption and pollution.
Capital-Saratoga
Faerydale Consignments (Greenwich)
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Explore 9,000 square feet of thrifting enchantment when you walk into Faerydale. Whimsical displays and romantic Celtic music create a delightful atmosphere as you wander through aisles of new and pre-owned items. Expect to find clothing for all ages, children's toys, home decor, books, electronics, and more. Explore the collection of antiques, furniture, and collectibles, as well as country primitive and shabby chic decor. There is even a selection of fairy-themed items! Faerydale also takes pride in featuring handmade goods from local crafters, including fairy gardens, jewelry, accessories, handmade purses, candles, soaps, and delicious homemade jams and syrups.
ReStore (Albany)
Inventory changes daily at ReStore so you’re always bound to find something new. Explore discount furniture, hardware, windows, doors, appliances, records, books, and other unique items that will add to your home, life, and the community as proceeds of every sale go into helping build homes locally. Most items are priced at 75% off retail value before any additional markdowns, and an additional discount of 10% off applies for military veterans, active duty military personnel, senior citizens, and college students.
Treasures Consignment Boutique (Saratoga)
Fabulous merchandise at great prices is what you’ll find at Treasures, all while helping to support the Saratoga region’s hospital. Stroll through racks of the latest in designer fashions and accessories for shoppers of all ages, as well as a generous selection of home decorating items, collectibles, linens, small furniture, and more!
Hand Me Downs Second Hand Shop (East Greenbush)
The inventory at this welcoming small town shop comes from storage auction units, estate sales, garage sales and personal items. With inventory changing frequently, it’s a popular place to peruse on a regular basis.
Catskills
Pay It Forward (Catskill)
Quality, volume, and variety of clothes and accessories are in stock at Pay It Forward. Each day, racks are replenished and the assortment caters to all members of your household. In addition to clothing, you can find jewelry, handbags, and accessories, furniture, lamps, house wares, and collectibles.
Margaretville Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop (Margaretville)
Look through a wide variety of gently used, unique and frequently changing donated items including clothing, shoes, household items, textiles, games, CDs, DVDs, books, toys, bags, jewelry, small furniture, sporting equipment, and assorted odds and ends. Proceeds benefit the Margaretville Hospital and the Mountainside Residential Care Center.
Perfectly Priced Shop (Hancock)
This shop has become a favorite for bargain hunters in and out of the area to scour for gently used clothing, housewares, dishes, collectibles, jewelry, books, DVDs, furniture, toys, and more.
Central New York
Utica Vintage Club (Utica)
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Step back in time with a visit to Utica Vintage Club. This destination vintage emporium has everything from records, to vintage band tees, denim, retro clothing, old posters, records, and books. The hand-picked items are things you won’t find anywhere else.
Silks and Treasures (Oneonta)
In business for over 25 years, you can find just about anything here from clothes, toys, collectibles, furniture, gift items, and books.
Mabel D. Orr Fashion Boutique (Binghamton)
Located in the premier “Gorgeous Washington Street” shopping and restaurant district of Binghamton, this boutique boasts an ideal location and curation of eclectic clothing and accessories. Previously loved treasures in the form of fashion and decor are on full display and you can enjoy a selection of vintage and contemporary designer and brand name resale fashions, from Ralph Lauren to Michael Kors.
Emotional Outlet (Canajoharie)
Nestled in the quaint village of Canajoharie is a shop with a passion for fashion! The shop frequently updates their collection with high quality, modern, and vintage pieces at affordable prices. Their online collection features brand-names like Calvin Klein, Coach, and Doc Marten. And just down the street is Brotherhood Antiques, a multi-dealer antique shop offering a variety of eclectic items.
Chautauqua-Allegheny
Sweet Repeats (Jamestown)
Skim through 1,500 square feet of new and used children's clothing, shoes, toys, baby gear, and furniture. If you prefer to shop online, all brand-new items are available for purchase on the website. This community and customer-focused shop caters to every occasion and type of person and offers a large selection of brand new items at an affordable cost, and a dedicated consignment section. Whether you’re looking for a gift for a baby shower, birthday, Buffalo Bills merch, or “just because”, there’s something for everyone.
Finger Lakes
3fifteen is your go-to boutique offering brand names at thrift store prices. If you are looking for stylish apparel, accessories, and shoes that will set you apart from the crowd, then this is your spot.
Finger Lakes Treasure Trove (Canandaigua)
Just one mile from Canandaigua City Pier is a different kind of treasure. Finger Lakes Treasure Trove offers new and used high quality products at affordable prices to the community. Find things like clothing, rare stickers, jewelry, and more!
Grandma Jaree's Emporium (Auburn)
This multi-vendor co-op offers a wide array of antiques, collectibles, novelties, clothing, gaming, movies, books, and plenty more.
Greater Niagara
Antique World (Clarence)
With over 50 years of experience, Kelly Schultz is Western New York’s authority on antiques, collectibles, and fine arts. Showcasing hundreds of dealers, 5 unique shops open year-round, and NY’s largest weekend flea market (April-October), Antique World brings some of the best antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, clothing, toys, trading cards, crafts, and more to New York!
Second Chic (Buffalo)
With locations in Elmwood Village and Williamsville, this consignment shop looks and feels like a boutique. Browse new, vintage, and pre-loved fashion and revamp your wardrobe for a new job, last minute date outfit, formal event, or find your new favorite pair of jeans.
Funky Town Vintage Antiques (Williamsville)
Relive the glory days and shop for furniture, electronics, vintage, mid-century modern, and retro stuff from the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Most of the items are made right in the USA, with the most popular being old records, jukeboxes, and barware.
Bear Bottom (Lockport)
Each week several truckloads of estate items are added to the shelves at Bear Bottom. This business prides itself on offering retail items to the community at low prices, made possible by buying in large volume through retailers, estates and clean outs.
Hudson Valley
Newburgh Vintage Emporium (Newburgh)
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A haven for vintage lovers, this emporium offers an eclectic mix of Mid-Century Modern furniture, vintage clothing, records, European antiques, home goods, and so much more. With two Newburgh locations, the original 9W shop features over 45 vendors and 11,000 sq ft of shopping, while the Ware-House location features 75 vendors across 30,000 square feet, plus an on-site coffee shop!
The Second Show (Hudson)
Whether it’s cameras, Italian pottery, floral hats, ceramic Easter eggs, or leather pants, there is truly something unique for everybody at The Second Show on historic Warren Street.
WOW! That’s Unusual (Suffern)
The name speaks for itself — you’ll see a wide range of things at this shop, from mainstream items to downright unusual finds! Peruse vintage clothing, records, classic vinyl, glassware, jewelry, coins, toys, sports cards, musical instruments, books, electronics and so much more.
Blackbird Attic (Beacon)
For those seeking to reinvent their wardrobe, a visit to Blackbird Attic is a must. This consignment boutique assembles an impressive collection of modern and vintage clothing where Bohemian styles reign supreme. There are no shortage of accessories on hand to add a little flare to your new outfit.
Long Island
Paper Doll Vintage Boutique (Sayville)
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This boutique got its start selling exclusively vintage clothing and accessories, and have now expanded to also selling vintage inspired pinup reproductions in sizes XS-4X, up-cycled accessories and local art. Because of the unique nature of the items sold, the shop has become a local hub for artists and the community, hosting monthly art shows, classes, events and fashion shows. Paper Doll Vintage Boutique won first place for Long Island’s Best Vintage Clothing Store in Long Island Press’s Best of Long Island from 2013-2024. Designer brands from Hermes to Fendi to Valentino can all be found here at a fraction of the price!
Remember Yesteryears (Oakdale)
Pay a visit to this antique co-op and jewelry center that spans 15,000 square feet and over 100 dealers. The vendor won “Best of Long Island” in 2023 and hosts a seasonal outdoor flea market. You could spend all day here strolling the aisles for items for any interest and purpose.
Island Thrift (Huntington)
Come shop Long Island's best thrift store chain! Enjoy exploring their large selection of clothing, home decor, shoes, curtain & bedding, furniture and many more items. They’re known to have a great selection of cameras and digital equipment.
NYC
L Train Vintage (Brooklyn, Manhattan)
This family-owned business prides itself in bringing NYC the best thrift available and carries one of the largest selections of affordable vintage clothing in the city. With six L Train locations throughout the city, there are always new finds in store!
Beacon’s Closet (Brooklyn, Manhattan)
With locations in Greenpoint, Park Slope, Manhattan, and Bushwick, Beacon’s Closet is a home-grown, female-founded, locally-owned operation. Mountains of vintage clothes and shoes decorate the shop, which embraces sustainability and ethical business practices. They are consistently named as one of the top 10 secondhand stores in NYC and earn regular accolades in local and international press.
AuH2O (Manhattan)
In the East Village you’ll find this secondhand, vintage, upcycled shop where unique and affordable clothing, shoes, accessories, and vintage jewelry are at the helm. It’s been called "thriftique" since it is curated like a boutique, but also offers permanent $5 and $10 racks, as well as affordable vintage jewelry.
Gotham Thrift Shop (Queens)
At Gotham Thrift, new items are added on a daily basis and don’t last long! They’re known to carry an extensive selection of vintage clothing, jewelry, furniture, and trinkets.
Everything Goes (Staten Island)
With two locations on Staten Island, both just minutes from the Staten Island Ferry, you’re in close proximity to things to buy, see, and do. The Bay Street location houses a used bookstore, cafe and performance space, while the Brook Street location features a large selection of lightly-used furniture, clothing, and collectables. Both spots offer a well‑organized treasure trove of unique and affordable merchandise.
Thousand Islands-Seaway
Thrifty Shopper (Oswego and Watertown)
Buy gently-used name-brand clothing at bargain prices and stretch your budget! And it’s much more than just clothes, Thrifty Shopper features a great selection of household goods, furnishings, toys, sports equipment, books, knickknacks, decor and more for a fraction of the average retail price. 100% of revenue generated from donated goods and store sales provides food, shelter, clothing and hope to those most vulnerable throughout New York State.
Port City Co-op (Oswego)
Featuring upcycled items, coins, collectibles, handcrafts, and all kinds of vintage and new jewelry, the Port City Co-op has more than 25 local dealers. The co-op was initiated by The Seth Project, a local effort that raises money for the prevention of suicide with the restoration and upcycling of antiques, artwork, fabulous furniture and home decor.
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