This woman-owned small business carries a wondrous assortment of vintage clothing items as well as…read moresome all-natural fantastic wellness products. Their prices are quite reasonable and you can tell that they take great pride in their inventory - as well as making sure that their vintage items are in good condition. I adore browsing vintage stores. If you enjoy the thrill of vintage stores as well, I recommend stopping in here or checking out their well-curated online store. They even host some interactive events, such as an upcoming Clothing Swap and Repair Day, later on this month. Trust.

I love everything about this place! Their commitment to reducing our carbon footprint through…read morefashion upcycling is right in line with my values. The selection represents rare, interesting finds. Pricing matches up with what I would expect for a vintage shop, and the staff are beyond helpful. If you care about protecting the environment, I encourage you to explore upcycling. We Thieves is a wonderful place to start!

I was already familiar with the Beacon Hill location, which I LOVE. I'd been meaning to check out…read moreVico Style's micro storefront, which is super cute and highly curated due to it being a different type of space. The emphasis at this location is on fine details that can be held up to a mirror rather than tried on: think accessories, outerwear, and small home accents. It's brilliant! And of course, the staff here are always incredible. They can answer any questions about materials, care, styling...anything you can think of, they know! And for such a cozy size, their selection is wild: everything is organized so efficiently, the volume of it is surprising when you realize. I really have to note the displays here, because they have created this magical effect. The shop has huge windows, which let in floods of daylight. They have arranged these stunning vintage scarves that simultaneously soften the brightness, and also accentuate it with colors, patterns, and textures. It's just a great effect that adds an extra vibrant energy to the space!

This shop is so beautifully curated with stylish vintage fashion pieces that can be worn by all…read moresizes. Celebrity stylists have been known to pop in to grab high fashion one of a kind items for their clients. The founder is so friendly and an amazing stylist. Highly recommend stopping in and checking out their pieces.

Pretty sure I met the owner when I visited, super nice dude! Also the largest selection of VHS…read moretapes I've seen in a while, at good prices! Absolutely recommend this place, especially if you're looking for tapes.

Such a fun and funky shop and LOVE that they were open on a Monday as it's the only day I had to…read morePoke around! Great vibe and music and Pete was such a pleasure and shared great info!

Retrospect is a vintage and thrift store in Harvard Square and one of the better curated secondhand…read moreshops in the Cambridge and Boston area. We walked into a space that covers clothing, furniture, lamps, jewelry, vintage tech including audio equipment and cameras, and housewares. The range across those categories is genuinely broad for a store of this size. The clothing leans toward well preserved vintage pieces rather than the more chaotic mixed inventory we have seen at larger thrift chains, and the curation reflects real attention to what ends up on the floor. Jewelry is priced affordably, and the watches come with resizing and battery replacement available, a small service detail that makes the secondhand watch section more accessible than it would otherwise be. Furniture and lamps are all for sale alongside the clothing, which gives the store a layered quality that rewards slower browsing. Pricing is reasonable for the quality and condition of what is on offer, particularly given the Harvard Square location where most retail runs at a premium. For vintage shopping in Cambridge, Retrospect is the kind of place that rewards repeat visits as the inventory turns over consistently enough that something new surfaces each time.

Incredible atmosphere. Lots of fun finds - vintage clothing, jewelry, watches, bags, home decor,…read moresmall furniture. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the Cambridge area.

What a gem of a store!…read more It's a very curated vintage store. They have a really great collection of jewelry. I was particularly impressed with their ring selection. I have made two separate purchases so far and intend to come back again! Everything is super charming, like the drawer of "little guys" (photos attached!) For in store events they have a DJ playing records, you can shop, listen to music, and purchase a beverage to enjoy while you shop. The staff really care about what they do and it shows in the details.

As someone who really tries to buy second hand, even when on Newbury in the face of hot&new…read moreclothes, Vivant makes it super easy! Their selection is great, their staff is friendly, and the store lay-out is super logical. I ended up grabbing something from their jewelry selection--def worth a visit!

For such a small store, this place is PACKED with amazing pieces. I visited here for the first time…read morethe other day, after foolishly not bringing a jacket with me on a day trip in the area (thinking I'd be warm enough). I was getting lunch at a nearby spot and Googled some clothing places in the immediate area and Great Eastern Trading was first first to come up. It had good online reviews so I walked right over and I'm so glad I did! The customer service I experienced was absolutely phenomenal and I ended up leaving with a jacket that I am in love with. Next time I am in the area I will 100% be returning!

This store is a MUST if you're in the Central Square area. They have a great selection of leather…read morejackets, suit sets from the 60s/70s, accessories, etc. I went at around 12pm on a Wednesday and I was the only person in the store. The woman working there (so sorry I forgot her name) was knowledgeable and extremely friendly and I had a lovely time chatting with her. The prices were decent, with some affordable items and some more pricy pieces but nothing ridiculous like you'd see at other consignment shops in Boston. I'll definitely be back

This thrift store has a little bit of everything you could possibly think of from an extensive…read morecollection of clothing, shoes, books, as well as some household items, frames, plates, cups, self-care items like lotions and soaps (some of which could make nice gifts), games, puzzles, and more. Their pricing is also very reasonable, for instance, a leather jacket in great condition was only $12 and a nice set of hand creams was $5. I'd definitely come back to spend more time to look through all the clothing.

A bright and open space filled with books, shoes, and clothing. There's a very limited selection of…read morehome goods and accessories. I didn't take anything home this time around, but I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area.

Yo....Garment District in Cambridge, MA completely flipped the script on me. Why was I expecting…read morethe whole 2 floors to look like a damn thrift dungeon with clothes on the floor??? Instead, Garment D. Is Organized, spotless and straight-up vibey. Two full floors to roam. Hot-pink walls, black-and-white checkerboard floors like stepping into an 80s music video. It's quirky, loud and proudly vintage. Everything's sorted with precision: pants with pants, denim with denim, tops with tops. These folks don't play around. And yeah, the majority of the clothing here is all use. But like I always do- I buy my stuff, take it home (or the cleaners), wash it and it snaps back looking like new. By the way- they do carry some new items- as in not used as well. My daughter and I bought some vintage denims, sweaters and a few other things. Zero mess. Zero stress. 100% unexpected.

I arrived in Boston needing some last-minute items for an event, and I got lucky because this place…read morecame in clutch! Parking: Mostly street parking in the area. Feels: I'm not too familiar with Boston, but I was told this is one of the original areas of the city. There are lots of businesses and apartments nearby, so the neighborhood feels lively. The shop itself is pretty vibrant and spans two floors. They carry a wide range of apparel--from vintage pieces to newer items and even costumes. Customer Service: Awesome. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall: 5 stars. They had exactly what I needed, right when I needed it. If you're looking to refresh your wardrobe on a budget or find some unique costume pieces, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Tip: Check out their "by the pound" section--you can score some really great deals there.

A beautiful, colorful store. Just experiencing it will leave…read moreyou with a smile on your face. It is meticulously curated. Although most of the clothing was out of my size range, the store offered a variety of options for shoes, jewelry, accessories, home goods, games and the like. There were items available at all price points. The owner was cheerful, knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely check it out if you are in the Boston area.

If you want to meet a super fun, engaging and nice person- the owner Lexie is fabulous!…read more Her curated selection of vintage goodies has something for everyone, and there are a lot of new items sprinkled in (mostly sunnies/socks and smaller accessories). Her cowboy/cowgirl/cowperson boot collection is arranged by color and VERY satisfying to see: