Increased interest in sustainable clothing and secondhand shopping has unleashed a boom in thrift stores and vintage shops — and that boom includes San Antonio.
Alamo City thrifters can find discount duds aplenty. Those willing to scour can also get their mitts on designer fashion, hard-to-find band T-shirts and even high-end sneakers.
It can be hard to know where to begin when it comes to digging up second-hand treasures. So we rounded up some of the best local spots to check out, whether you've been sporting thrifted styles for a while or are totally new to vintage shopping.
26 must-visit San Antonio vintage and thrift stores for finding secondhand threads
By San Antonio Current Staff on Fri, Oct 21, 2022 at 4:28 pm
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- Divine Sunshine Collective,
- The Vaulti,
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Hello Tallulah
1912 Fredericksburg Rd., (210) 286-8146, hellotallulah.com
This adorable, colorful shop run is home to a plethora of vintage treasures. The store specializes in vintage party dresses, but also features an array of other items, including furniture, art and jewelry.
Photo via Instagram / hello_tallulah
1912 Fredericksburg Rd., (210) 286-8146, hellotallulah.com
This adorable, colorful shop run is home to a plethora of vintage treasures. The store specializes in vintage party dresses, but also features an array of other items, including furniture, art and jewelry.
Photo via Instagram / hello_tallulah
Buffalo Outlet
145 W. Olmos Dr., (210) 832-8838, buffaloexchange.com
Little sibling to Austin’s iconic Buffalo Exchange, this outlet comes through every time. It is consistently organized and well-stocked, and it makes up for its more limited selection by offering most in-store items for $7 or less. They also play some of the best tunes to thrift to in town. If you’re new to thrifting, let this be your easy introduction.
Photo via Google Maps
145 W. Olmos Dr., (210) 832-8838, buffaloexchange.com
Little sibling to Austin’s iconic Buffalo Exchange, this outlet comes through every time. It is consistently organized and well-stocked, and it makes up for its more limited selection by offering most in-store items for $7 or less. They also play some of the best tunes to thrift to in town. If you’re new to thrifting, let this be your easy introduction.
Photo via Google Maps
Goodwill
Multiple Locations, goodwillsa.org
Goodwill has the unique ability as a thrift store chain to capture all the highs and lows of thrifting. You never know whether you’ll walk out of any of Goodwill’s locations with a hefty haul for under $20 or a nothing but an early ‘90s song stuck in your head and weird residue on your fingers. Regardless, Goodwill is a thrifting rite of passage. If you’re feeling really brave, throw on some gloves and a mask and head on over to dig for vintage clothes in the Goodwill bins.
Photo via Instagram / pamover50feeling40
Multiple Locations, goodwillsa.org
Goodwill has the unique ability as a thrift store chain to capture all the highs and lows of thrifting. You never know whether you’ll walk out of any of Goodwill’s locations with a hefty haul for under $20 or a nothing but an early ‘90s song stuck in your head and weird residue on your fingers. Regardless, Goodwill is a thrifting rite of passage. If you’re feeling really brave, throw on some gloves and a mask and head on over to dig for vintage clothes in the Goodwill bins.
Photo via Instagram / pamover50feeling40
Montage
423 W. Grayson St., (210) 324-0157, montagestyle.com
If you’re looking to dip your toes into curated vintage shopping and don’t quite know where to begin, start with Montage. The store has an approachable boutiquey feel and stocks vintage clothing in a wide range of decades and styles.
Photo via Instagram / montagestyle
423 W. Grayson St., (210) 324-0157, montagestyle.com
If you’re looking to dip your toes into curated vintage shopping and don’t quite know where to begin, start with Montage. The store has an approachable boutiquey feel and stocks vintage clothing in a wide range of decades and styles.
Photo via Instagram / montagestyle
Brickadelic Market
108 Blue Star, facebook.com/brickadelic
Brickadelic Market is a popular recurring vintage market held at Brick at Blue Star that brings together vintage sellers from all across San Antonio to sell their goods. The wide variety of sellers will ensure you leave with something special.
Photo Photo by Michael Garcia, courtesy of Brickadelic Market
108 Blue Star, facebook.com/brickadelic
Brickadelic Market is a popular recurring vintage market held at Brick at Blue Star that brings together vintage sellers from all across San Antonio to sell their goods. The wide variety of sellers will ensure you leave with something special.
Photo Photo by Michael Garcia, courtesy of Brickadelic Market
Thrift Town
2864 Thousand Oaks Dr., (210) 656-8696, thrifttownstores.com
SA’s lone Thrift Town is a go-to for gently used clothing. Here, you’ll be able to shop rotating stock containing thousands of items and take advantage of color tag sales and weekly promotions.
Photo via Google Maps
2864 Thousand Oaks Dr., (210) 656-8696, thrifttownstores.com
SA’s lone Thrift Town is a go-to for gently used clothing. Here, you’ll be able to shop rotating stock containing thousands of items and take advantage of color tag sales and weekly promotions.
Photo via Google Maps
Worn Out
3420 N. St. Mary's St. Suite 101, facebook.com/wornouttx
Worn Out is a one-stop-shop for alternative fashion, regularly featuring deep cut band tees and brands like Tripp and Dr. Martens. Stock is always changing, so it’s worth returning until you find the tee of your dreams.
Photo via Instagram / thecowboytoy
3420 N. St. Mary's St. Suite 101, facebook.com/wornouttx
Worn Out is a one-stop-shop for alternative fashion, regularly featuring deep cut band tees and brands like Tripp and Dr. Martens. Stock is always changing, so it’s worth returning until you find the tee of your dreams.
Photo via Instagram / thecowboytoy
Augustine
1414 S. Alamo St. #108B, instagram.com/iloveaugustine
San Antonio fashion designer Agosto Cuellar has moved into a spot at the Blue Star Arts Complex to sell his unique repurposed vintage pieces in a shop named after his grandfather. If you are looking for something truly unique, Augustine is a can’t-miss destination.
Photo by Bryan Rindfuss
1414 S. Alamo St. #108B, instagram.com/iloveaugustine
San Antonio fashion designer Agosto Cuellar has moved into a spot at the Blue Star Arts Complex to sell his unique repurposed vintage pieces in a shop named after his grandfather. If you are looking for something truly unique, Augustine is a can’t-miss destination.
Photo by Bryan Rindfuss
Boysville Auxiliary Thrift Shop
307 W. Olmos Dr., (210) 826-2195, boysvillethriftstore.com
This non-profit resale shop benefits children in need through Boysville programs. The stock is constantly rotating and pretty varied, meaning one week you could go in and score a suitcase, and the very next you could find the vintage evening dress of your dreams. The shop also has a very well-organized selection of footwear and brand name bags, making this a must-hit spot for fashionistas on a budget.
Photo via Instagram / boysvillethriftstore
307 W. Olmos Dr., (210) 826-2195, boysvillethriftstore.com
This non-profit resale shop benefits children in need through Boysville programs. The stock is constantly rotating and pretty varied, meaning one week you could go in and score a suitcase, and the very next you could find the vintage evening dress of your dreams. The shop also has a very well-organized selection of footwear and brand name bags, making this a must-hit spot for fashionistas on a budget.
Photo via Instagram / boysvillethriftstore
Too Good To Be Threw
Multiple Locations, shop.toogoodsa.com
If you are looking for a more elevated thrifting experience and have a chunk of change to spare, Too Good To be Threw will be perfect for you. With a Castle Hills location and another in Stone Oak, TGTBT specializes in high-end and designer fashion consignment. But if you fall madly in love with their entire catalog, be ready to open your pocketbook — TGTBT's price point is notably higher than a typical thrift store.
Photo via Instagram / toogoodsa
Multiple Locations, shop.toogoodsa.com
If you are looking for a more elevated thrifting experience and have a chunk of change to spare, Too Good To be Threw will be perfect for you. With a Castle Hills location and another in Stone Oak, TGTBT specializes in high-end and designer fashion consignment. But if you fall madly in love with their entire catalog, be ready to open your pocketbook — TGTBT's price point is notably higher than a typical thrift store.
Photo via Instagram / toogoodsa
Hyped Goods
2021 San Pedro Ave. Suite #1, instagram.com/hypedgoods_tx
Hyped Goods is the perfect stop for sneakerheads and vintage tee lovers. The store's curated space is also very Instagrammable, if you’re looking to document your thrifting journey.
Photo via Instagram / hypedgoods_tx
2021 San Pedro Ave. Suite #1, instagram.com/hypedgoods_tx
Hyped Goods is the perfect stop for sneakerheads and vintage tee lovers. The store's curated space is also very Instagrammable, if you’re looking to document your thrifting journey.
Photo via Instagram / hypedgoods_tx
The Thrift Thru
2021 San Pedro Ave. Suite #1, instagram.com/thethriftthru
The Thrift Thru offers curated vintage from sweaters to slip dresses out of a colorfully decorated shop shared with Hyped Goods. Hitting these two shops in sequence will guarantee you have your next killer concert fit covered.
Photo via Instagram / thethriftthru
2021 San Pedro Ave. Suite #1, instagram.com/thethriftthru
The Thrift Thru offers curated vintage from sweaters to slip dresses out of a colorfully decorated shop shared with Hyped Goods. Hitting these two shops in sequence will guarantee you have your next killer concert fit covered.
Photo via Instagram / thethriftthru
Green Door Thrift Shop
1030 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-7111, slecsa.org
Based out of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church & School, this humble thrift shop is solely volunteer-run with profits going to charity. The shop is loaded with history too, having opened in 1953. If you can make it during the store’s limited weekly hours, you will be sure to be rewarded with a special find.
Photo via Instagram / greendoorthrift
1030 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-7111, slecsa.org
Based out of St. Luke’s Episcopal Church & School, this humble thrift shop is solely volunteer-run with profits going to charity. The shop is loaded with history too, having opened in 1953. If you can make it during the store’s limited weekly hours, you will be sure to be rewarded with a special find.
Photo via Instagram / greendoorthrift
Divine Sunshine Collective
1420 S. Alamo St. Suite 141,facebook.com/divine.sunshine.tx
This spot nestled in the Blue Star Arts Complex offers the wares of several vintage vendors as well as art, home decor, soaps and sage bundles.
Photo via Instagram / divine.sunshine.collective
1420 S. Alamo St. Suite 141,facebook.com/divine.sunshine.tx
This spot nestled in the Blue Star Arts Complex offers the wares of several vintage vendors as well as art, home decor, soaps and sage bundles.
Photo via Instagram / divine.sunshine.collective
Grey Moon Vintage
2202 Broadway, greymoon.online
Grey Moon Vintage fills all the space in its 1969 Avion Travelcade trailer with curated vintage finds as well as jewelry, candles and metaphysical items. Vintage here tends to be on the pricier side, but the uniqueness of the pieces (and the venue) speaks for itself.
Photo courtesy of Grey Moon Vintage
2202 Broadway, greymoon.online
Grey Moon Vintage fills all the space in its 1969 Avion Travelcade trailer with curated vintage finds as well as jewelry, candles and metaphysical items. Vintage here tends to be on the pricier side, but the uniqueness of the pieces (and the venue) speaks for itself.
Photo courtesy of Grey Moon Vintage
Second Chances Thrift Shop
10671 Shaenfield Rd., (210) 372-1255, hhsanimals.org
Animal lovers — this one’s for you! If you are willing to make the drive on out to Helotes, you’ll find this shop that is all about giving back to our furry friends. Second Chances sells a wide range of gently used items, and all proceeds benefit the homeless pets in and around Helotes.
Photo via Facebook / Second Chances Thrift Shop
10671 Shaenfield Rd., (210) 372-1255, hhsanimals.org
Animal lovers — this one’s for you! If you are willing to make the drive on out to Helotes, you’ll find this shop that is all about giving back to our furry friends. Second Chances sells a wide range of gently used items, and all proceeds benefit the homeless pets in and around Helotes.
Photo via Facebook / Second Chances Thrift Shop
Dropout Vintage
125 Lamar St., dropoutvintage.com
Dropout Vintage’s bright, beautiful space is the perfect spot to drop a couple hours browsing for a staple winter hoodie or a worn-in pair of classic Levis. Make sure to check the store’s Instagram page for the day’s hours before stopping by!
Photo via Instagram / dropoutvtg
125 Lamar St., dropoutvintage.com
Dropout Vintage’s bright, beautiful space is the perfect spot to drop a couple hours browsing for a staple winter hoodie or a worn-in pair of classic Levis. Make sure to check the store’s Instagram page for the day’s hours before stopping by!
Photo via Instagram / dropoutvtg
The Vaulti
1927 N. St. Mary's St., (210) 214-5068, shopthevaulti.com
Not only is the Vaulti a sneakerhead’s heaven, with a wide offering of vintage and modern shoes, but the store also sells a range of other vintage streetwear items such as bags and t-shirts.
Photo via Instagram / vaulti.tx
1927 N. St. Mary's St., (210) 214-5068, shopthevaulti.com
Not only is the Vaulti a sneakerhead’s heaven, with a wide offering of vintage and modern shoes, but the store also sells a range of other vintage streetwear items such as bags and t-shirts.
Photo via Instagram / vaulti.tx
Second Looks
1804 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-6121, secondlooksformen.com
Those with more masculine styles who want to add just a touch of posh to their look should know about Second Looks. This upscale consignment shop specializes in designer clothing for occasions and engagements of the fancier sort. Whether you’re just shopping for a special occasion or dressing nice is just your style, save yourself a pretty penny and check this place out.
Photo via Google Maps
1804 Nacogdoches Rd., (210) 826-6121, secondlooksformen.com
Those with more masculine styles who want to add just a touch of posh to their look should know about Second Looks. This upscale consignment shop specializes in designer clothing for occasions and engagements of the fancier sort. Whether you’re just shopping for a special occasion or dressing nice is just your style, save yourself a pretty penny and check this place out.
Photo via Google Maps
In Bloom
9503 Southton Rd., (210) 712-8406, instagram.com/inbloom.satx
In Bloom’s founders started as traveling vendors and still rove selling wares, but also set up shop at a brick and mortar on San Antonio’s South Side. The store offers a wide array of vintage clothes and shoes for all genders and from all eras.
Photo via Instagram / inbloom.satx
9503 Southton Rd., (210) 712-8406, instagram.com/inbloom.satx
In Bloom’s founders started as traveling vendors and still rove selling wares, but also set up shop at a brick and mortar on San Antonio’s South Side. The store offers a wide array of vintage clothes and shoes for all genders and from all eras.
Photo via Instagram / inbloom.satx
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