This was my first time to a Unique Thrift Store. All the reviews were great, so I had to check out this place. The place is very well organized. Every section is labeled very clearly, easy to find the section(s) you are looking for. I love that! They are constantly adding more items so there are employees everywhere with carts of new items. I love that too! Always fun to go through the carts with items no one else has seen on the shelves yet. BUT ... the 3/5 stars is because of the pricing. Prices were often found to be unrealistic, very inconsistent, and not your typical thrift store pricing on many items. Now, I did not go through the clothing or shoe section, so I cannot speak for that area, which is predominately what this store has. I was in the "collectibles," glass, kitchen, toys, home goods, etc sections. A Longaberger basket for $30? It was medium size, no liner, no protector, excessive wear, nails were bleeding. It would not even resale in that condition for that much. A collectible vase for $30? It was large, beautiful, definitely name brand and likely very expensive when brand new or in used mint condition. The flowers on the sides were broken, unrepairable. There was fading, chips, and large crack on the bottom. A Longaberger small pitcher for $15? Okay, that seems okay, but in looking at the resale, it goes for maybe $20. The ROI is not good on this one. The pitcher was in mint condition. If you were buying to keep and use it would be a decent price. A marble round riser or cheese platter, small size, for $4.49? Okay, good price, or so I thought. When I turned this product over I found a sticker price tag from Ross for $3.99. WHAT? $2 discrepancy for the same exact item in the same condition. $15 ... $9 ... $3 ... same product, varying sizes (smallest was mid priced), all good condition. I could go on and on and could have taken more pictures, but I would have spent my whole time do this. I asked the lady helping folks at self checkout who prices items. She said "The people in the back, but this is the #1 complaint I hear ... the pricing." Now, I will say, I am 90% a reseller, but I also gift, source for friends, and keep items I find. Historically, thrift stores help the community to afford items for a cheaper price. They also keep things out of landfills. I found a few items at Unique at reasonable prices, so I did not come up completely empty handed! The biggest criticism I have about this place, as well as sister stores like 2ndAve, is the inconsistent pricing and often high pricing for items that are not even okay used. read more

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This is one of the best thrift stores I've been to in a long time! I'm a big Unique Thrift fan already but holy cow this was great! They have a huge shoe/ jewelry/ bag/ accessories section right when you walk in that is amazing! It's really well organized and the largest accessories section I've seen at a Unique Thrift. They have tons and tons of clothing racks! I found some real gems in including a 100% linen shirt and three pairs of shorts. Each item is priced differently and the items are sorted by category and size. These thrift stores give you a 20% off coupon if you donate something. They also have 25% discount days on Mondays and Thursdays, so those days are pretty busy. read more

Random thrift store...first you think you're waning through an international mall. Then you get with a warehouse of a thrift store. Aisles and aisles of clothes and treasures! Come with patience, hand sanitizer and good vibes, I found amazing stuff here.... Athleta, Pendleton, Banana, North Face and more! read more

Unique - Thrift Stores Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

I'm a fan of Unique thrift but there are definite pros and cons to the experience. PROS - HUGE space - well organized - pretty clean - 20% off coupon when you make a donation - big parking lot - good variety of clothing, seasonal, toys, home goods, etc - bundled goods like office supplies and toys make for good deals CONS - no fitting room - watch the prices carefully as some things are way overpriced for thrift shop (think $5 for an item that still has the $1 dollar store price tag on it) - a fair amount of broken/damaged items on the shelves I've found some real gems here, but you need to be prepared to hunt! read more

I am so disappointed with shopping at Unique. The prices at this thrift store have become astronomical. Art is priced as if you are shopping at an upscale gallery. They have mediocre art priced as high as $89.99. They treat the art like it is junk; it is crammed on the shelves and it is stacked haphazardly on the floor. The bric-a-brac is not much better. While they offer a diverse array of tchotchkes they too are exorbitantly overpriced and they are crammed together on the shelves, and have a junky appearance. I commiserated with a customer who wanted to buy a small night light with Blessed mother and the Christ child. it was made in China and I would estimate the value to be around $5; they had it priced at $29.99. They were selling a small Willow tree angel for $14.99; you can get a new one at the Hallmark store in its box for that price or less. I also went into the aisle where they had random picture frames. The aisle was crammed with picture frames which were haphazardly arranged. visually it was unappealing and the art frames on the lower shelf were stacked in a way that they were inaccessible.So here is the dilemma; this is a junky thrift shop that is trying to pretend that it is a boutique and it is not happening. I am all in favor of supporting charity thrift stores but this store is unfairly pricing these donated goods such that the people who depend on thrift shopping to add special things or necessities cannot afford them. Shame on this store. Register your disdain by not buying this merchandise. Also provide feedback to alert others. read more

Incredible place. Very well stocked and organized. They have sales on different days so you can plan ahead to save more. The condition is variable from poor to new with tags. Overall worth a visit. Some casual brands... Zara, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Keen, Naturalizer, etc. read more

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Large selection. The largest thrift store I've been in. Many of the dresses I got were brand new with tags on. The associates by the register was helpful and had a pleasant attitude. I will come again. read more

The store is well organize, and items are easy to find without a lot of searching. The prices were moderate and the senior discount is generous. I will definitely shop here again read more

Everything is grossly over priced. Especially bad over the last few years. Not everyone is thrift shopping to resell. I'll never donate to them or shop there again. This is a for profit not a charity based thrift store. read more

Pretty good thrift store. It's quite huge, so there's a lot to choose from. Things are well organized. They offer clothes, shoes, coats, kitchen items, electronics, books, kids toys, curtains, seasonal decorations, and furniture. Some things are not worth it so it's good to have a since of awareness of the current value for things. For example, I saw a used crock in good shape, barely used pot for $13, but you could get a brand new for $19 in Walmart. They have specific discount days on certain days of the week for increased savings. read more

Unique - Plenty of holiday decorations. - Thrift Stores Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

(Before I start this review I want to say that even though the outdoor signage says Unique Thrift, this is a for profit organization. If you are patient, you can find some items like board games or books for steep discounts. Otherwise, do not expect a small bill for a large haul.) This place is huge. They have a plethora of everything; books, home decor, women's clothing, you name it. I would suggest having an idea of what you are shopping for before heading in as it is super easy to get distracted or overwhelmed. As far as the stock goes it is not bad. There were a lot of brands I was unfamiliar with and a lot from familiar fast fashion brands like Shein, Forever 21, etc and all the clothes are organized by their respective categories. (Pants, tops, dresses, tshirts, etc) If you're looking to snag brand names at a deal know that this store is also familiar with brand popularity and prices accordingly. After being at the store for almost an hour I bought absolutely nothing. Maybe I didn't look hard enough. Maybe a lot of similar items are donated. Unclear. TLDR; I give this thrift store four stars for the size, organization, and hard working staff that tries to make the store easier to shop at. I dock a star for the prices and mediocre selection. read more

A diversity of very interesting things and the people there are extremely nice and seemed very well-versed in the subject of art

I went to Unique for the very first time this past week. First of all, I have been missing out! This has to be one of the largest thrift stores I've ever seen the rows were endless and packed. For anyone who is worried that resellers are taking all the good stuff from thrift stores fear not. Once you see with your own eyes the endless racks of disposed clothing you will have a pretty good idea that we have way too many garments out there needing homes. I found the prices to be fair. It's interesting which brands they price high and others not. There were tons of people shopping and I found the crowd to be friendly and respectful. I do feel bad for the employees who roll out the new merchandise, shoppers fall on the new racks to get the first look immediately. I highly recommend visiting if you love thrifting they had something for everyone! read more

Such a huge store with a large range of departments. So much fun to go and find useful items and clothing!

Way overpriced. Going to have to agree with other reviewers when it comes to most items being broken or missing pieces. Items that looked like school projects or crafted with Elmer's glue and stickers were priced at $5. I seek out thrift stores to find decent items for decent prices - I regret choosing this store to spend my afternoon. read more

This store is charging prices that are outrageous for a thrift shop. I ran across several items that were new because they were still in the unopened original packaging. The Marshalls sticker was very plain to see but this store charged double the original purchase price. When I asked about it they seemed to not understand English and just shook their heads. It's so disheartening that this merchant can receive free donations and charge these types of prices. Unbelievable! read more

EMPLOYEES SETTING PRICES ARE OUT OF TOUCH WITH REASONABLE MARKET PRICES FOR THEIR JUNK. Selling items at lower prices would help move inventory faster. It's amusing to see a used item priced similarly to what you'd find NEW OR USED on Amazon. ALMOST EVERYTHING THEY SELL WAS DONATED but yet they mark the prices like they're a high end botique. My main concern is their pricing. Thrift stores are supposed to offer affordable goods, but the prices here are ridiculously high. read more

I needed somewhere to voice a formal complaint with this store. In my opinion, what they are doing is selfish and wrong. This store used to be a fun place to find gems and hang out with friends. Unfortunately now, it is an overcrowded mess where you can find things that you could buy brand new for $10 for $100. The last time I was at the thrift store, I saw a poster for sale for $900. Calling this a thrift store is not accurate - they are taking advantage of their customers. They use Google Lens to research the items they get for free and mark up the costs tenfold (singular flat sheets for $20, jackets for $39.99, pants for $40...) - but this is not a consignment or antique mall, no, they still label themselves as a "thrift store". You can't even argue the sustainability of thrifting because the items aren't good quality/natural fibers/long lasting. They have Shein for $15. When I asked about the $900 poster, they (including the manager) could not explain the high price and could also not direct me to how to the chose that price for the item/why it was worth so much. They seemed annoyed with me asking. It feels sad and shady that they are making thrifting inaccessible and I hope this review sheds some light on how they can make things better. They need to keep the store organized, lower prices, and be kind to customers. Goodwill is a much better option as they have pricing per item type which avoids markups for brand names. read more

Unique - Thrift Stores Near Me - Falls Church, Virginia

Better mangers. The two older foreign women that work bith day and night have a nasty attitude. They are very rude to the customers as if that's not their job to assist in a nice friendly manner. The young Mgr is good. Unique has gone down in the past 5 years. read more

Love how big it is however, it's not as clean as other stores and there are no dressing rooms. Size ordered is nice and the individual pricing is a blessing and curse for some things. I wouldn't go here if you're a reseller but if you have to time to hunt for some gems this is the place! read more

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Huge huge huge Be patient Lots to see You will find something if you look Well laid out Tidy Highly recommend read more

I don't get it. Maybe I lack "thrifting technique!" I decided to try thrifting for some preloved designer pieces. Unique was full of low end brands like Merona from Target. I didn't see anything on the racks that I wanted. This was polyester heaven! If you're looking for cheap brands at cheap prices then this store will work because new/new-ish pairs of women's shoes average $7 to$12 and dresses run about the same. I was looking for pieces that aren't affordable new, so I invested almost an hour and left disappointed. The huge size of Unique might offer lots of opportunities for the right customers but I won't be back. read more

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Been going here for years not anymore. Really $12,99 for a used sweatshirt. $8.99 for a used tank top. The jewelry prices are ridiculous. Dollar store necklaces 12.99. Even with discount on some items too rich for my blood. I'll have to find a new favorite. Bye bye read more

I wish I could give negative stars. I have a motorized scooter that I wanted to donate to them. It doesn't start, but a mechanic could probably fix it in less than 5 minutes (I CLEARLY TOLD THEM THIS). They assured me that they would take it. When I got to Unique, they turned me away. They told me "Sorry, the person who told you we'd take it didn't know the policy." Waste my time and energy. I will NEVER shop or donate here ever again. read more

Unique has raised their prices to the point of obscenity. You're better off going to Marshalls, Home goods, TJ Maxx, or Ross. Many of their home goods are broken and still, they are charging full price as if they are in an upscale store. TERRIBLE read more

I'm giving this place a four star review, because even though it's a little bit messy and sometimes chaotic, I still enjoy, browsing the aisles. Thursday us club member day, that's why it's so busy. Have found a few gems over the years. read more

It's been a while since I went thrifting and this location is HUGE. Large selections and everything is good for price. Whatever the price on the tag is, when you come to check yourself out, there might be an even discounted price. Got such a cute skirt and lots of items for under $6. The store has great selection but also messy. Pros is that there is also a self check out so you wont have to wait that long in line. This will probably be my fav. thrift stores based on the huge selections they have and the price. The parking is very busy at all times so keep that in mind. Here's a few items I got. read more

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Agreed with other reviews. People donate for free. Selling it back with expensive price tags for used items. Take too much time to find stuffs. Importantly, you CANNOT RETURN. NO FITTING ROOM. Only exchange within 14 days , BUT you have to buy back on the same day. And you know, it took so much time to find things again. Do you know? The average annual salary of Unique Thrift CEOs are $686,683, ranging from $525,392 to $865,522. The U.S. President's salary is $400,000, plus a $50,000 expense account. Figure it out! read more

Nothing really "Unique " about it. If you're into large thrift stores, you might like it here. It is a strange spot, and competing with "people of Walmart." A lot of people really like this. I believe some proceeds go to charitable causes, but am unsure of who benefits or what the percentages are. To me there's just a lot of unnecessary items. As a "when in doubt throw it out type," I respect others may have a different opinion. That's totally cool as we all are wired differently. Thank goodness for that. Yet I just didn't see anything worthwhile here. There are some household items, but as a minimalist, nothing that was needed. read more

This place is amazing!!! It's well organized, lots of signage, and plenty of stuff! I went in to look for something so random obscure, a slice of fake cake as a prop for a Marie Antoinette costume. I can't believe I found it for 99 cents! It was a bank so I can easily work with it utilizing the slot and the hole in the bottom. It was also in a protective baggie like most small items. I highly recommend this place for pure entertainment as well as finding stuff. Lots of decorative pieces, serving pieces, and items for crafts. Tons and tons of clothes. I went on a weekday so it wasn't so crowded. read more

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I've gotten a lot of really great stuff at Unique over the years, but I recently found myself in immediate need of business casual work clothes that wouldn't break the bank, and I found one of my favorite finds of all time...a J. Crew Schoolboy blazer, (currently listed on their website for $198) for $3.99. I actually feel a little guilty for getting it so cheap! I really like how Unique sorts their clothes, and I appreciate that almost everything is by size. I can get really overwhelmed in busy places like this, but the organization keeps my stress to a minimum. It can absolutely be a hit or miss place, but when it hits it REALLY hits. I recommend shopping here for people who love thrifting, or people who hate thrifting but need cheap(er than retail) stuff. I'm sure you'll find something interesting! read more

So let's get this out of the way: Unique is not the place you go for best deals in thrifting (that would Goodwill, Salvation Army). Nor is this the place to find rare finds like antiques or war treasures. Unique is the place to go for the biggest selection in thrifting. They have all the usual categories (men, women, kids clothing; furniture, jewelry, shoes, bags, hats, houseware, kitchenware, pictures, games, etc). Just a lot more of them. See pics. When you first walk in there a few small shops if you want to dabble in that. They mostly are just used electronics and trinkets. I didn't think they were worth my time. Everything is laid out in aisles. The clothing aisles are pretty well labeled. They have dividers for the sizes. I like that they organize it so that the same sizes are all in one area so you don't have to be running all over the place to get different types of clothing for your size. Everything is individually tagged and priced. (unlike Goodwill where all items in the same category is one flat price). The pricing varies depending on the brand name and the condition. The well known brands can be seen several dollars more than a similar non-branded item. Though someone needs to tell whoever is pricing these that Target and Walmart brands like "No Boundaries", "Mossimo", "Merona" should not marked as name brands...I have found used shirts from those stores at the same price as brand new new store lol....Though conversely I have found certain big name brands marked low because they are not the hottest brands today's fashion but they are still quality brands. So you do still need to take the time to get the good finds. I so wish they would group like colored clothing together. But I guess there are always just too many people rehanging things that this would be impossible. It is basically a warehouse so it is not the cleanest place. They no longer have fitting rooms open because of COVID. But they do have mirrors at the ends of aisles so you can at least see yourself in the clothes. Now it is all self checkout and employees will hover around to help you as needed. They do have discounts on certain days of the week if you sign up for their membership (free to join). Every 100 points, you get 20% off on your next purchase. Weekends it is always very crowded. So if you live close and can go during the week I would recommend this. They don't accept returns on more items except clothing, which you can exchange within 14 days. read more

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It's a nice store but shouldn't be overpricing items since they're basically getting these stuff for free :/

Here's why I'm done going to unique. The original price tag on this item on the bottom - $14.99 Unique's price tag? $19.99 How is that Thrifting if you're buying it for more than it was ?? I used to come here growing up, but their prices have become absolutely obscene and it's not worth it. There are other thrift stores in the area that are much more affordable and reasonably priced. Skip Unique! It's not a thrift, they've gone greedy. read more

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Just want to echo that it's true- almost all toys, decorations and home goods are broken or missing parts but are priced at full MSRP or more. Have many a time seen damaged items priced 2-3 times above retail. The return policy is atrocious. Everything is buyer beware. Get home and the battery-less toy priced as if new is completely inoperable when you put in batteries? You're stuck with it. Lamp doesn't work? It's yours! Extension cord fritzed? Idk, use it to bind something bc it's definitely yours. Arrived home multiple times with only one of a pair of shoes after using their own cashiers and nothing could be done. At this point, I may have lost more than I potentially saved. They would do better if they had some sort of regulated pricing but I do believe management pushes some predatory behaviors. I have seen staff questioning people at the register aggressively as if to accuse them of theft or shoplifting when items are missing price tags. Also, they use permanent red marker on the soles of "nicer" shoe brands. As theft prevention? This marker bleeds when packaged with other items so my white shoe purchase is suddenly red, and again, it's my fault that their marker damaged my purchase. It just ends up feeling like a slimy gotcha. Absolutely there's Google Lens unsold Ebay pricing. Thrift shoppers shouldn't feel shamed for coming in to look for bargains. The promise of a bargain is why Unique has foot traffic at all and why shoppers are willing to overlook that an item is used, damaged and from 3-8 years ago. read more

Whenever I have thirty minutes to kill, I love stopping by Unique Thrift Store. Searching through the aisles is always a treasure hunt and I've walked away with some one-of-a-kind home decor (their basket section is my jam) or clothing. They update their stock frequently and everything they sell is seasonable. My two best finds of the year is a pristine emerald green wool baby jacket with gold buttons from Janie and Jack for less than $5 and a plethora of cute Japanese to-go boxes, wax paper, and other baking accoutrements. As I've mentioned before, this spot is a little bit more pricier than the average Goodwill but I always have tons of fun whenever I visit. read more

Skip this location. The goods are overpriced. If money is an issue for you, many clothing stores have cheaper stuff on sale, and you can try them on. This location has no fitting room or a return policy. Only an exchange policy, valid for 7 days. Predatory pricing galore, with items priced more than buying them new at times. Plus I have had bad experiences with the management. They get called over for one price check and end up doubling the prices for every item in my basket. They were all "priced wrong." So shop here at your own peril, and if you do shop here, walk away from your purchase if you need to involve management in your purchase for any form of assistance. read more

While Unique has a decent variety of clothing items and knick knacks, prices have become ridiculously high. Purses that were once listed for $34.99 behind the counter, a year ago, are now listed for $69.99. When I shared my frustration over the insane increase in pricing with the manager he told me "someone will want it". Some items are priced more than what they are brand-new. While all businesses have had to increase prices due to inflation, Unique has just become overtly greedy. read more

My all-time favorite thrift store in the area! Every time I'm out near Mosaic I make sure to stop by. Some of my favorite clothing items in my closet came from Unique and I get lots of compliments on them. They have a great selection of children's clothes and they're great for all my friends with little kids. They also give you a discount on specific days and if you bring in items to donate. Great place to visit if you're cleaning out your closets and making it a goal to reuse and recycle more in 2023! read more

Have written multiple reviews of this thrift store. It is simply superlative. Have been away from here for months. Returned and decided to indulge in my favorite distraction -- thrifting. But frankly, Unique is so good I pretty exclusively come here when in town. Today's (bandit level!) haul: a specific rice rinsing bowl that normally costs $8 online. Was at Unique for $1. A n d an Instant Pot, 6 qt size, metal insert bowl for $6. Currently listed at $30 online. This is a heavy, solid bowl, with the Instant Pot level/measure markings, not a cheap knockoff. ALSO -- it was 25% off Thursday (for Super Savers); so reduce the price by that as well. Fun! Are you a senior citizen? There's a discount day for that, too. They had two vertical rotisseries which I know are several times more expensive on eBay. Healthy cooking if you purchase for your own use. So many (gourmet and unique) kitchen gadgets at this store. Always. Most of the furniture was cleaned out today. Some new changes -- self checkout lanes! And lots of them. Long waiting lines at checkout had always been an issue. Excellent improvement. Shoe displays have more overview and space now. Also good. Gotta love it. Go, check it out. You are likely to find something you've always wanted and didn't want to spend the "new" price on. Caution. I am convinced this store is addictive. read more

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