Shopping in Houston can be a bit of a pain. When it comes clothes, online shopping can be even worse. You might be able to find cheaper deals, but then you run into the problem of sizing, fitting, and taking the time to return the items, and crossing your fingers that the next item will be the one. If this is an issue for you, take a look at the best thrift shops, outlet malls, and fashion outlets in Houston to find affordable clothing.
1. Dillard’s Clearance
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While you might be familiar with Dillard’s, the iconic department store that’s been selling clothes, cosmetics, furniture, and more across 29 states around for almost a century. What you might not know is that the department store also has a series of clearance outlets. that features discounted items – particularly those from Dillard’s stores either due to overstocking, discontinuation, or otherwise marked for clearance.
In Houston, you can find bargain buys and discounted brand-name, designer fashion at their clearance center in West Oaks Mall located at 900 West Oaks Mall.
2. Francesca’s Warehouse
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Francesca’s Warehouse is a boutique outlet located in Cypress. The Houston shopping destination has recently received the viral treatment after making the rounds on TikTok and Instagram and for good measure.
Located behind the warehouse at 8760 Clay Rd. Francesca’s Warehouse is stocked with racks and racks of clothes, much of which is priced at $5 or less making some of the best shopping Houston has to offer. The warehouse also features accessories, home items, and other affordable merchandise. All sales are final.
3. Vntg Sply
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Vntg Supply isn’t your average thrift store. Located at 5524 Richmond Ave, Vntg Sply features premium, hand-curated vintage items sourcing monthly from over 50,000 products. In addition to having an online shop where you can seek out your next hoodie without leaving your home, the store also offers a special in-store pay by the pound for only $10/lb.
4. Trend Mall
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Trend Mall is a woman’s retail outlet located at 8383 Westheimer Rd. Here, patrons can find apparel, accessories, shoes, boots, sandals, sneakers, and other quality woman’s fashion products for low prices.
5. Family Thrift
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Thrift gold comes to those who are willing to dig for treasure. At Family Thrift this goes almost double. While the store is no stranger to lines (even before TikTok) the outlet features some of the best retail deals in the city. With daily deals down to cents, it just makes sense to go for a shopping spree at Family Thrift. Multiple locations.
6. Just In
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Why go through the agonizing two-day delivery wait when you can go straight to the source. Similar to Fashion Nova or Amazon, Just In features affordable woman’s fashion in Houston without breaking the bank on the south side of Houston. In addition to clothes, the outlet features shoes, purses, and other accessories. Located at 5711 Hillcroft St.
7. Aviva Wholesale
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If you’re looking to snag some quality clothes for less, Aviva Wholesale is a wholesale outlet in Houston that features quality fabrics in a range of styles, colors, and sizes. The retail outlet is great for aspiring designers seeking retail in which to print their own designs or those who enjoy simple fashion without designs or labels. Aviva also has a website to look through designs and prices.
8. Goodwill
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Respect the classics. Goodwill Outlet is another option for the nitty-gritty thrifties. Known well by vintage resellers, the Goodwill outlet charges by the pound. Every hour, the Goodwill staff bring out a round of bins for hands-on finders to sort through by item. Note, customers at the bins can be a tad assertive, so be ready to get in the mix and discover vintage gold. Located at 171 N Sam Houston Pkwy E.
9. Thrift Stores
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When in doubt, amp up your wardrobe at Houston’s best thrift stores. It’s possible that you won’t find the same deals as you would at one of the above outlets, as selections are oftentimes curated, you won’t be disappointed by what the thrift gods of Houston have in store.
10. Crazy Boss
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Crazy Boss is a discount retail chain with multiple locations in Houston. The sizeable warehouses feature an extensive selection of retail for men, women, and children, as well as shoes, accessories, and home goods. Here, customers can discover fashion finds for up to 90% off the original price.
11. Black Friday Deals
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Black Friday Deals is a retail outlet in Houston with four locations across the city. The outlet features daily specials including $8 Fridays, $6 Saturdays, and $4 Sundays. In addition to absolute steals on clothing, the outlet’s inventory includes Stanley Cups, electronics, home hardware, and more!
12. Dirt Cheap
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The name says it all. Dirt Cheap is a discounted retail outlet in the Pasadena area of Houston that offers clothes, shoes, furniture, bedding, supplies, and more at affordable prices.
While the layout is a bit disorganized, patient searchers can find unreal deals. Dirt Cheap also has a deal finder app in which shoppers can check the store’s prices against their original retail value.
13. Treasures For Less
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Treasures For Less is a wholesale liquidation store that offers 40% or more off retail products. Here, Houstonians can find electronics, appliances, workout equipment, apparel, camping gear and more at massively discounted prices
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