Another great shopping experience at Swank Seconds today. I was happy to get some items for…read morefall/winter a wool skirt and cute top and another wool skirt. You never know what you'll find there so many great finds.

Great range of quality products and deals to be had! Walked away with several items I didn't know…read moreI needed. Have fun shopping!

I always have such good luck here! Frequently went to the Southie location and followed them to the…read morecurrent Malden one. Consigned and shopped - great experiences. Both owners are very personable and welcoming. Guaranteed to find a hidden treasure @ every visit. Got my nails done right after leaving down the road and showed the manicurist these Tory Burch super cute white slip-on shoes that were a size too small from Closet Consignment's Facebook page. She got up and ran down the street and scooped them up. They were her size LOL.

Very nice clean selection of items...my shopping trip yielded a new Easter outfit plus a few other…read morethings for spring.Would rather shop here than pay full price for things elsewhere

Friends + Family is a vintage clothing and home goods store in Harvard Square with a rotating…read moreinventory and a well considered aesthetic that makes it worth stopping into if you are already in the area. We walked into a space that feels curated rather than packed, with the kind of selection that rewards slower browsing. The inventory covers vintage clothing, watches, and home goods across a range of styles, and the curation leans toward quality over volume in a way that separates it from the more packed thrift format we have seen elsewhere. The stock turns over regularly enough that repeat visits tend to surface something new. The home goods section in particular gets positive attention from visitors who were not necessarily expecting that side of the shop. The store is dog friendly, a small detail that adds to the casual neighborhood feel of the place. Pricing runs higher than a standard thrift shop, and we noticed some items are priced well above their actual origin or value. There have been items we found that are fast fashion or dropshipped but are being priced as vintage, which is a meaningful concern for anyone shopping here specifically for authentic secondhand pieces. Paying attention to what you are buying and cross referencing pricing on anything that seems unclear before purchasing is worth doing. For a vintage stop in Harvard Square that delivers on aesthetic but requires a careful eye at the register, Friends + Family is a pleasant browse with a caveat.

What an appalling experience at this store. My daughter and I had been browsing for approximately…read more30 minutes at this higher-end thrift shop, and I had actually found several items I intended to purchase. One of them was a shirt with a rather steep price tag. I simply wanted to determine what year it was from before deciding whether it was worth the price. My daughter was holding the shirt while I briefly looked on my phone for information. Without any courtesy or professionalism, the owner approached us and began berating us for looking at our phones rather than asking her for assistance. I explained that I was interested in purchasing the shirt and was simply trying to find out the year it was from. Her response? She angrily snatched the shirt out of my daughter's hands and proceeded to scold us in front of other customers, insisting that we should have asked her if we had questions. Imagine how differently this situation could have unfolded had she simply approached us politely and asked whether we needed assistance. Instead, she chose to be confrontational, condescending, and completely disrespectful. I explained that I had been planning to purchase several items, but after being treated so rudely, I no longer wished to spend a single dollar in her store. Rather than attempting to resolve the situation, she turned her back on us and completely ignored us. What is particularly ironic is that this store is called Friends and Family. Based on our experience, there was absolutely nothing friendly or welcoming about the way its owner treated us. A business owner who treats paying customers with such disdain has no business being in customer service. After leaving, I went to post a review and discovered that numerous other customers had shared similarly negative experiences involving the owner's behavior. Clearly, our experience was not an isolated incident. Beyond the appalling customer service, the merchandise is significantly overpriced, and Boston has plenty of other vintage and secondhand clothing stores that offer a far better shopping experience.

Amazing place with a ton of heart, especially the staff. The Thrift Shop of Boston supports The…read moreHome for Little Wanderers, which provides a range of services for children in dire living/economic situations. Great cause and business to support :)

Occasionally, items are great here, but prices are high compared to other local shops. I have…read morerepeatedly been struck by how rude one of the sales clerks is. They/He/She are so nasty to customers and treat them in a disrespectful way. I have witnessed several interactions where they have gone out of their way to make unkind comments to customers who have simple questions. Such a turn off to a store that would otherwise be okay.

If you like artsy clothes by small designers, this is the place. Whether you are a size 0 petite or…read morea 3x women's or something in between, you will find something that looks great. Shopping here is an event. Not only are the clothes and accessories marvelous, but the shared commentary in the communal dressing area feels like performance art--and you won't make a fashion mistake with so many mavens. The on-site tailors and helpful staff who will know if they have a certain piece in your size, or something similar that would complement the look, make this a MUST for shoppers. Hate shopping but love to look great? Try their free personal shopping service. I get a lot of compliments on the high-quality pieces I buy here.

Service: Some of the nicest sales people i have ever worked with. They were able to figure out my…read morestyle very quickly and guide me to the most perfect outfits for me. I wanted something i could wear to a casual wedding party and i found beautiful elegant outfits. Prices are very affordable for the designer clothing offered. It took me this long to get there and i will definitely become a repeat customer. Checks or cash preferred.

The store has really good finds and quality and their customer service is friendly and helpful.read more

Their new location is fabulous! Well-light, comfortable clothes and stress free shopping…read more I love their selection of Karina Dresses -- yeah, they cost a bit but are very comfy and soft and hold up well. Sometimes, they even go on sale and that is when I like to stock up. They also sell really nice pajamas/loungewear and these things are quality. The ladies working here are so nice. It is fun to shop here and have them remember you! Check it out!

J. Miles is such a quality store...small and with great help. There is…read morea big range in prices though most are in the higher range. The displays are wonderful. I could not say more about this store...You will not be disappointed if you shop there....I live in New Hampshire and always stop at J. Miles when I come to the Boston area. LB

beautiful clothes and accessories and friendly helpful staff. A pleasure to shop there.read more

Stopped in here on a Sunday afternoon after seeing the sign outside. Wasn't sure what to expect but…read morewhat a gem - I was pleasantly surprised! Prices were very reasonable- I snagged a leather Patricia Nash bag for $20! They had good variety of sweaters, pants, skirts, accessories, and dressier items, all women's though. Well curated and will definitely be back!

We decided to hit up The Attic-Cambridge today! We dedicated our Sunday to discover some new thrift…read moreshops we haven't been to yet, & The Attic one of them. Located in Harvard Sq., they seem to be a pretty busy spot. Parking wasn't hard to find in this area on a Sunday. Upon entering, we were greeting by one of the workers. There was a clearance rack that they placed outside next to the entrance. Once you walk down the stairs, to your right is where most of the clothes are. Solid selection of denim & leather jackets, a little pricey compared to Goodwill/Savers but makes sense because they are more of a "vintage" clothing store. To the left of the stairs is where they have denim jeans & where you go to check out once you're finish with browsing. All sales are final like most thrift/vintage second hand shops. I found this denim jack with a brown leather collar today for $60. Thick & good quality. Lots of Wilsons leather jackets here. They also have a room with bins of clothes, for a low price, you can look through. I didn't have much luck with the bins, but seems like a lot of people did! Highly recommend.