Need a new look? Tired of ordering clothes online, just to find that they don’t fit well? Finess your outfits at the best thrift stores Houston has to offer, where you’ll find a wonderful assortment of pre-loved, second-hand clothing that will sharpen your up without bleeding your bank account. Thankfully, many of them are in walking distance of each other!
1. Lo-Fi Vintage
Whether you’ve been inside Lo-Fi or not, you probably know the store. A quick scroll through your Instagram feed will likely show a number of photos of friends posing in front of store front’s graffitied facade on Westheimer.
Those in the know, however, are keen to the fact that Lo-Fi features killer ’90s streetwear as well as some of the best vintage sportswear in Houston. Speaking from personal experience, Lo-Fi is a go-to around the holiday season where its selection of vintage jerseys, apparel, and memorabilia are perfect for sports-loving family members. Anyone can buy a new Rockets jersey, but coming across a vintage beauty is few and far between.
📍1629 Westheimer Rd Suite A
2. Leopard Lounge
Spot the leopard-spotted thrift shop on Westheimer. Here, you can get your groove on across decades of fashion. Trip through the ’40s to the ’90s off their racks filled with old concert tees, fringe leather jackets, and other vintage gems.
📍1639 Westheimer Rd
3. Pavement
Parked next door to Leopard Lounge, Pavement carries a hand-curated array of vintage second-hand clothing. Stop in for a spell and sift through their selection of throwback sweatshirts, band tees, Western boots and other kicks. Don’t forget to peak into the $5 room for other vintage wares.
📍1657 Westheimer Rd
4. My Flaming Heart
My Flaming Heart is a tiny crystal palace in Midtown brimming with all sorts of lovable oddities, cowboy boots, vintage and modern art pieces. In addition, thrifters can take a gander at jewelry, charms, psychedelic wares, and all the trinkets under the moon. Plus, if you’re in the market for an amputated doll head – My Flaming Heart probably has a few on hand.
📍3622 Main St.
5. Buffalo Exchange
Buffalo Exchange is perhaps one of the trendiest thrift shop in Houston. Here, thrifters can find a hip selection of retro clothing largely from the ’90s and early ’00s. Prices might be a little suspect at times – what with their particular curation of their clothes, shoes, and jewelry – but will that stop you from buying the tweed jacket, high waist jeans, and grunge tee shirt ensemble… who’s to say? If you’re looking to sell some of your own clothes, we recommend scheduling an appointment so you can avoid lines.
📍2901 S Shepherd Dr
6. Cheeky Vintage
Located in a charming cottage on Richmond Avenue, Cheeky Vintage is an adorable second-hand boutique that features vintage couture, evening wear, blouses, jewelry, bags, and more, with items ranging from the 1940s to the 1990s.
📍2134 Richmond Ave
7. The Guild Shop
The Guild Shop in Hyde Park is an expansive consignment store offering great deals. Beyond its racks of vintage clothing, the shop boasts a wide array of antique furniture, classic art, home decor, glassware, and more. If you wish to donate, make sure to review their consignment guidelines on the website first.
📍2009 Dunlavy St
8. Area 52
Blast off into this celestial thrift store. Spaced-out with black-hole floors, walls, and ceiling, Area 52 is a Houston thrift store that offers a stellar selection of streetwear, sneakers, and designer retail for those down-to-Mars kind of people.
📍321 W Alabama St.
9. More Than You Can Imagine
More Than You Can Imagine stands as a luxury boutique in Houston, renowned for its collection of pre-owned upscale apparel and designer goods for both women and men. Featuring esteemed brands like Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, and others, MTYCI provides high-quality items at prices that remain within reasonable bounds.
📍2817 Westheimer Rd
10. Full Court Houston
Full Court Houston is a locally-owned, buy-sell-trade thrift store in Houston that offers an array of vintage wares. With hypebeast-worthy sneakers, concert and band tees, athletic accessories, and there’s plenty of gems to pick from in this retro treasure chest.
📍610 Alabama St.