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Minneapolis-St. Paul's Best Stores For Vintage Clothing

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Minneapolis-St. Paul's Best Stores For Vintage Clothing

Minnesota’s best vintage, thrift and second-hand stores are packed with charm, offering a journey through decades of iconic styles, rare finds, and nostalgia. Each shop brings something special, providing a great way to shop sustainably and score one-of-a-kind finds.

Whether you're a sustainable fashion enthusiast or simply exploring, here’s a peek into some of the best places to score standout pieces in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. 

MINNEAPOLIS  

AudreyRose Vintage

AudreyRose Vintage 

316 Vintage

If you’re looking for jean jackets, work boots, and enough plaid to make a lumberjack weep with joy, you’ve come to the right place

Arlo Boutique

With a chic, contemporary feel and a nod to classic cuts, Arlo’s collections are refined and intentional. The combination of new and vintage allows you to curate a timeless capsule wardrobe. 

AudreyRose Vintage 

Step into a moody, jewel-toned daydream in the shop that just keeps giving. Score your next ensemble that works for brunch or an evening seance. 

Cake Plus-Size Resale

Cake Plus-Size Resale  / Credit: Darin Kamnetz

B. Resale 

With a focus on community and gently used pieces, this shop curates a selection that feels current and effortlessly cool. They're constantly creating new looks within their space, so it’s a new experience every time you go. 

Cake Plus-Size Resale  

It’s as if each look has its own theme song and probably an attitude to match. This shop doesn’t do basic, and they certainly don’t do boring. 

Clubhouse Clothing 

A hub filled with rare sportswear and retro streetwear that pay homage to classic looks. It’s a laid-back spot to score statement pieces. 

Vintage Minnesota Timberwolves merch at Fieldhouse

Vintage Minnesota Timberwolves merch at Fieldhouse

Fieldhouse  

Specializing in sportswear and casual essentials, this store has something for every fan of athleisure. You can practically hear the distant sound of ‘80s synth-pop and the squeak of indoor gym sneakers. 

Legacy  

No need to “hunt” for the right item — all clothes at Legacy are hand-selected with fit and style in mind. This store has pieces for those who appreciate classic silhouettes while leaving no crumbs. 

Love Token  

This shop offers vintage & handmade clothing, as well as cute, slightly weird accessories, art, and decor. With plenty of personality, you can add a bit of free-spirit charm to any outfit. 

Queenie & Pearl

Queenie & Pearl

Moth Oddities 

Encouraging self-expression and bold styling, Moth Oddities is perfect for anyone looking to add personality to their closet while reducing the amount of textiles that end up in landfills. The shop is also home to products from local and independent makers. 

Olio Vintage 

A unique collective of specialty vintage retailers under one roof, alongside local makers & artists. Fans of trendy vintage will love how seamlessly these items fit into a contemporary wardrobe. 

Queenie & Pearl  

Vintage, new and handmade clothing collide in a flurry of patterns, colors, and oversized everything. Queenie & Pearl's perfect styling will leave you feeling like even the mannequins have amazing social lives. 

Smile Back Vintage

Smile Back Vintage

Rewind  

This treasure trove leans into nostalgia with retro-style staples, inviting you to embrace your favorite era in fashion. It also features an extensive collection of costume jewelry, shoes, purses, gifts and accessories. 

Smile Back Vintage  

Embrace the fun, carefree spirit of throwback fashion with Smile Back's old-school graphic tees, retro sports apparel, and vintage outerwear. 

Stirling Castle Vintage  

This shop spans decades and offers size-inclusive items for everyone who appreciates authenticity and craftsmanship. 

The Golden Pearl Vintage

The Golden Pearl Vintage

Tandem Vintage 

Offering hand-picked pieces that celebrate mixing colors, decades, styles and prints — with a focus on the '50s through the '90s — this store appeals to a range of tastes and is a must-visit for vintage fans. 

The Golden Pearl Vintage  

A cornerstone in Minneapolis’s vintage landscape, this shop brings luxe and glam back from the past. Specializing in quality, high-end pieces from 1920-1990, you’ll find a blend of elegance and unique flair. 

ST. PAUL

Everyday People

Everyday People

Daily Dose Retro 

With an eclectic mix of clothing, this shop feels like a mini museum of punk/goth culture. Fans of the early '00s Hot Topic days will find plenty of inspiration here.

Everyday People

This store is filled with name-brand treasures and, with everything sorted by size and type, you can quickly find something that fits.

Go Vintage 

With a focus on sustainable shopping, Go Vintage's clothes and accessories from the 1890s-1980s offer quality that fits into everyday style effortlessly.

Lula Vintage

Lula Vintage

Grandpa’s Closet 

Rummage through Grandparent’s Closet and find it full of classic sportswear, outerwear, and oversized tees with vintage charm.

Lula 

Beloved for its wide seasonal selection of fashion from 25 years ago or more, this St. Paul gem is located in a cozy neighborhood ideal for a leisurely day supporting local.

Merch Dog Vintage 

This spot has new drops every Tuesday. It's a go-to for adding '90s streetwear to your wardrobe while snuggling the shop dogs.

Up Six Vintage

Up Six Vintage

Nine Lives 

This nonprofit thrift spot mixes second-hand finds with a dose of personality, offering playful, curated items that stand out. The vibe is as unique as the clothes on the racks.

Shop Country Club 

Eat your heart out preppies. You’ll find a plethora of items to curate an understated, elegant look at Shop Country Club.

Up Six Vintage 

You'll find a vibrant mix of mid-century clothing and accessories at Up Six, perfect for those who want to explore colorful, gender-inclusive styles.

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City Vintage Thrift

City Vintage Thrift

Bad Little Woman Vintage
White Bear Lake

With a wide range of clothing and accessories that embody your inner Peggy Olson attitude, this store is a great place to discover one-of-a-kind pieces with 1960-1980 flair.

City Vintage Thrift
Maplewood

This shop has all your comfy sweater, band t-shirt and masc jean needs covered. It’s a small store with a mighty large selection.

Vagabond Village
Mankato

This shop curates the perfect selection of vintage clothes, decor, art, music, jewelry and oddities. They also offer Sew Circle classes to mend your clothes and make them unique to your style.

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