Vivant Vintage

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What a gem of a store! 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. read more

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As someone who really tries to buy second hand, even when on Newbury in the face of hot&new clothes, 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! read more

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Quaint little thrift/vintage clothing store with not not so quaint astronomical/comical unjustifiable (imho) prices. The mural outside by Hiero Veiga https://instagram.com/hieroveiga?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= is beautiful though. read more

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Mikey W.

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A cool little treasure just off the beaten path. Lots of nice and curated vintage and rare t-shirts and clothes packed in here, so there's something for everyone. The prices can be a bit high for some items (the have the original Nirvana T-shirt for $900 which IYKYK is pretty rad) but also tons of very affordable and jackets and dresses. Not a huge space but very well laid out with plenty to explore! Also has a great selection of records too. read more

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Justin P.

Thanks for your lovely review Mikey! We are really hoping to move…

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Nishka M.

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I loved the selection at Vivant Vintage! The staff was also super helpful and accommodating :) will definitely be coming back! read more

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Caty B.

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The sizing seemed to be pretty straight, but I liked their collection of local artisan wares! Cool jewelry too.

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Nikki N.

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LOVE VV. Very stylish and friendly staff. Definitely coming back every season for some nice gems. read more

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This place is top notch. Really helpful and stylish staff will help you to find cool clothes that suit you. The store has an amazing selection of jeans as well as tons of unique and super cool vintage items. Plus, everything is very reasonably priced. read more

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Laresa M.

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I'm sad I only learned of this place after living here for two years and now moving away. They were having a sale, BOGO 50% clothing. I found a Patagonia jacket which fit perfectly and was an amazing price without the sale. I also found a vintage camera for my dad for Christmas which I think he'll love. They had so many great things and the employees were nice and helpful. It's in an easy location to get to with free street parking. read more

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Best vintage denim selection I've seen in quite a while. Denim jackets, jeans for everyone. Well curated and reasonably priced. Whomever buys for the store, bravo! This denim head was pleased read more

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Austin G.

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Vivant Vintage is a large antique store with vintage everything from clothes to records to knick-knacks. In addition, they seel several local goods like beard lotion and soaps. The staff are friendly and will help you navigate their shop. It's such a fun find in a cool part of Boston! read more

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Julia M.

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Girls that work here were incredibly helpful! They didn't have our size leather jacket on the floor. They found one in the back and on a second trip tuned us in to some leather conditioner. Side note-they took care of my girls who showed up super thirsty. Lots of sweet procured items to flip through! read more

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Caroline M.

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Love the vibes. Awesome selection also love the jewelry selection. Everyone super nice and friendly! Would definitely recommend checking it out! read more

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Charles K.

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Awesome spot! Found some great vintage Levi's and the staff was super helpful. Store was well organized and had a great selection.

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Michael C.

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Great service, great staff, great value and prices !!! amazing selections and in a great spot

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Really helpful staff & a great selection. Gemma was the perfect help we needed. We'll certainly be back!

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Natalie M.

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I've been here twice, purchased once. I am super picky about denim and 90% of what I own is vintage. As much as I love scouring thrift stores and eBay for the particular pairs I love, it's also exhausting. Anyone who wears vintage denim knows it's part luck, part knowing specific brand+year+ size. Both times I've gone to Vivant, I've been able to tell the staff exactly the type of style I want and they can pull it. And I'm not asking them "I want high rise" ... I'm asking them "I want high rise slim fitting tapered similar to mid 90s Calvin Klein easy fit". They're that knowledgable, and they always show me comparable options so I can lengthen my list of acceptable vintage jean styles. Today I bought a pair of Levi's 912's and they've got the rare white R-only tab. Certainly, it's more expensive than buying off secondhand sellers but $70 is extremely reasonable. also, words cannot express how grateful I am that they actually measure, mark, and categorize the denim wall like it's purchasing new. I will willingly pay more for that service alone. read more

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Justin P.

Thank you so much Natalie! We pride ourselves on our extensive…

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Lucy H.

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My favorite vintage store in the Boston area I make sure to come here whenever I'm home visiting family. The best vintage jean collection and much much more. Check out their ring collection too :) read more

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Gabriella P.

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First time going here and I loved it! Amazing selection of vintage :) I recommend going during the sterling silver events read more

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Fernando G.

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Not overpriced, nice workers, a great selection of clothes and different types of vintage things. I loved it happy I came to visit it during my trip. Got myself a great daredevil shirt! read more

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Vivant is a fantastic place to find extremely cool, wearable items for every gender. Their selection is comprised of vintage dresses, fuzzy fleeces, tops, bottoms, and accessories. On my visit, I spied a Ferragamo dress, a FUBU jumpsuit, 90's rave skirts, and plenty of Hawaiian shirts. This store is well-curated, smartly priced and the staff is friendly and helpful. read more

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Dylan J.

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Great staff and amazing selection of jewelry, will definitely be going back! Lots of accessories for your wardrobe

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Leah H.

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they have the cutest stuff and such nice and friendly workers!! Really big selection too. Go check it out!

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Aum T.

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Insane collection, well worth a search through. Great staff/music selection. Peep the stamps

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Dantay G.

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excellent customer service and a great selection of pieces to select from. would love a slightly bigger jewelry collection specifically earrings. read more

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Hannah W.

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This spot is everything you'd want in a vintage store! Clothes in a variety of sizes with a cliche retro aesthetic, cool jewelry & trinkets, and the staff was wonderful! Definitely will be coming back read more

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Wendy S.

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Vivant is like rifling through your cool older brother's closet! They *always* have what I need to finish an outfit. At this point, I go there to look for something specific before I go anywhere else. I love their sterling silver vintage jewelry and silk scarves, and I'm ooobbsessd with their European workwear, vintage Levi's and letterman jackets. Nice people to boot! Shop local. read more

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Justin P.

Thanks Wendy! The European workwear is one of our favorites too :)

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Ray M.

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Charming place with great staff. Mostly vintage clothing but a smattering of other interesting stuff as well. Went with my 5 year old and the staff were nice enough to go in the back and find some old matchbox cars for him at a greatly discounted price. Really appreciated this kind gesture! read more

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Genevieve K.

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Great selection, great prices. Extremely welcoming staff. The store is organized, clean and an overall great environment!

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Jordan L.

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Great jewelry selection and friendly staff! I saw them on social media and thought I would check them out!

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Love this place! Always finding cool jewelry and clothes. They have all of there rings sorted by size. Highly recommend adding this store to your boston thrifting finds. read more

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Peter S.

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Got some nice rings and denims; looking good, feeling great;best vintage stuff in Boston.

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Carina H.

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bought a vintage betsy johnson lingerie top and absolutely love it! highly recommend :))))

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very unique pieces, the store was very clean and the staff were super friendly ! prices are very fair

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Kristian B.

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I am a huge fan of this wonderful, weird little shop. It's full of so many interesting things, great accessories and beautiful pieces of clothing. I could spend hours (and soooo much money) in Vivant Vintage. The staff is super friendly and helpful, and they have two dressing rooms so you can make sure stuff actually fits before you commit to it. They have a huge selection of gorgeous rings as well. Vivant Vintage is pricier than your average thrift store, but it's well worth it - you can tell that every piece has been carefully selected for good reason. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

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Jacob C.

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Cute shop! Cute staff! ;) Gumby, t-shirts, and sterling silver. What more could u ask for ?

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Alyssa M.

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Awesome selection of vintage apparel! Definitely not cheap but still affordable. They also have a great selection of shoes, bags and even old cameras. Definitely check this quiet, eclectic gem hidden in Allston. read more

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We love Vivant vintage, they have the best vintage selections in Boston, especially their jewelry! Highly recommend :)

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A great new local gem! Has it's own special niche when compared with similar local shops. Friendly staff right when you walk in the door! Lots to look at, decent prices but some high end stuff too, like custom designer clothing & jewelry also made locally! This would be a good place to find some treasures. there is an incense factory next door so the place has a distinct but pleasant smell. If you walk by here you should stop in. read more

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I love this little local shop!! It brings such character to the neighborhood. They always have the coolest stuff too, a wide variety of vintage and unique pieces in great condition. Once they had this awesome working space-themed pinball machine from the 70's in there. I've seen alligator skin bags, magicians kits, shipping trunks, you name it. The owners are also incredibly nice and always happy to help you find what you're looking for - they helped me find the perfect odd-sized bedside table that I needed and I also got this rad vintage spoon ring that's my absolute favorite. And if they don't have what you need, the owners are the ones who go out and shop for the store personally so they've often offered to keep an eye out for specific items I'm after. It's not often you find that kind of service anywhere, let alone in Boston. Can't beat the prices too!! read more

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151 Harvard Ave
Boston, MA 02134
Allston/Brighton
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(617) 375-0100
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http://www.vivantvintage.com/

Hours

What time does Vivant Vintage open?

Vivant Vintage opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Vivant Vintage close?

Vivant Vintage closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Vivant Vintage closes at 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Vivant Vintage take credit cards?

Yes, Vivant Vintage takes credit cards.

Services

Is Vivant Vintage by appointment only?

No, Vivant Vintage is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Vivant Vintage allow dogs?

Yes, Vivant Vintage allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Vivant Vintage have bike parking?

Yes, Vivant Vintage has bike parking.

Does Vivant Vintage have parking?

Yes, Vivant Vintage has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Vivant Vintage wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Vivant Vintage is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

We offer an extensive collection of vintage clothing, sterling jewelry and accessories. Our entire inventory is available for rental to Film and Theater companies, as well as working Artists and Photographers. We also feature local handmade designer clothing and jewelry. Our staff of stylists are ready to help you find exactly what you're looking for!

History

Established in 2014.

It all started with an armoire-esque tiny house on wheels loaded with vintage clothes, and pulled by a boy on a tricycle with a head full of dreams. Well ladies and gentlemen- These dreams, they seemed to be coming true. The Traveling Spectacular had actually grown and it needed a homebase. Thus, Vivant was born. Now introducing Vivant's latest Allston Project- The Bargain Basement Warehouse! This will be our biggest location yet, featuring over 3,500 of vintage clothing on 2 floors, with an entire basement of bargains and sale items. This new space will also feature a vintage arcade, as well as more events and programming for the community.

Meet the Business Owner: Justin P.

Justin Pomerleau is the founder of Vivant Vintage, as well as Le Pants King and The Traveling Spectacular. Through his business endeavors, Pomerleau showcases his background in the interdisciplinary arts. Vivant is exhibition of Pomerleau's flair for Fashion, Styling, creative merchandising, handpainted signage, and his overall artistic aesthetic.

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Review Highlights - Vivant Vintage

“Lots of nice and curated vintage and rare t-shirts and clothes packed in here, so there's something for everyone.”

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Pete P.

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This isn't a flea market or thrift store I'm sure there making money off the "I'm from crazy ,freaky Allston for a year, until it's out of my system " this is a guy who knows what he's got and ur going to pay top dollar. Hopefully he's a local and making money off the " im so artistic n different then the rest of the world because my parents are supporting men don't tell them but Allston is very safe " Milk them for what they're worth"and then they can take pics of themselves on walking bridge in front of all the locks on the fence because I'm wacky lol. I liked that spot much better b4 they put the barrier down sidewalk at bottom of foot bridge ( It gave us a true feeling of who was living in our neighborhood) they couldn't cross a street after walking bridge to save there lives lol. Good luck to owner , maybe one day he'll be a Nelk boy ? read more

Richard D.

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Vivant has so many amazing finds. Some of my favorite shirts are from this place. Great staff, super friendly and they all really know the history of the pieces. Best vintage store in Boston. Highly recommended for something cool to do during the day, or for a one or a kind piece of clothing. They even do sweet events! A++ read more

Lukas W.

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8 years ago

They were very helpful help me find a gift for my girlfriend in there. She loves vintage jewelry and this was the perfect place to go. She loved her gift, thanks Vivant Vintage! read more

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Best selection to choose from! They have pieces for everyone and with great prices, you are bound to leave with something every time! One of the best stores in Boston read more

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By far one of the greatest vintage stores in the area based on amazing things, attitude and willingness to share knowledge. thanks so much guys read more

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This store is one of the best thrift shops in Boston. They have a wide variety of variety jackets , among other stuff! Really nice place. 5/5 read more

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2 years ago

found the coolest belt buckle everrr definitely coming back. the staff was excellent. Jemma helped me out big time

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5 years ago

amazing place! Selection is perfect and the staff is so friendly. if you are visiting Boston please stop by!

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Such a cool store! I love how nice and friendly everyone was. Great selection of clothes and jewelry

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very friendly staff! always a good selection of clothing

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40 South Street

4.4

(51 reviews)

Managed to get the BEST vintage sweater coat this past year. This store has an ever-changing…read moreselection of high quality vintage apparel. If you have never visited 40 South Street in JP, now is the time!

Went here with some friends with really high hopes because of everyone saying it's a great place…read more However, we found the owner to be quite rude. Me and my friends were searching through the clothing and making sure to fold everything back up once we were done and the owner came over to us and made a few comments about us making a mess and then was watching over our shoulders the whole time. In my very personal opinion if you want someone to buy something from you maybe don't be so demeaning to them

Retrospect

4.8

(5 reviews)

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.

Diversity Consignment

4.8

(10 reviews)

" Better then sliced bread " This diversity consignment…read moreshop is everything. The vibe is everyone belongs and I love that . I am new to the consignment game about a year in . However this consignment shop is very comfortable and just not like the other consignment ms . Big selection and store is organized and the vibe is welcoming.

We came here on our anniversary to pick out outfits for each other for dinner. There's a great…read moreselection of clothes for all, men, women, nonbinary, etc. They don't have dedicated parking, but the public parking behind the buildings on the strip is easy to get into. When we went in, both staff members were friendly and super helpful. They let us know there was more downstairs, didn't even realize there was a downstairs! I picked out a great top and pants for my husband and he picked out a cute dress with jean jacket for me. The clothes were weather appropriate but there are also options for cold weather in various spots because it was still getting cold at night in Boston. The probably best part was all the art that was available from independent artists. I got so many stickers and posters to gift and hang in my house. Cat tarot cards are great and I'm so happy we stopped in here because the vibe was 10000% better for us than other thrift shops. I also got book earrings, an elephant bracelet, and another pair of earrings. . The prices are reasonable and there's some great things in there even from the 90s.

Thrifty Threads

4.1

(9 reviews)

Fantastic selection, well organized, great prices and varied mix of labels. Found so many…read moretreasures-Rag and Bone and AG jeans, L'Agence top, Re/Done shorts, belts and lots of other items.

Thrifty Threads is such a special place. It's completely run by volunteers, and every dollar goes…read moreback into the community. I love that they don't just sell donations -- they also share a lot of what they receive with other local nonprofits for free. The store is always clean and easy to browse, and the prices are super fair (honestly waaaay better than Goodwill). The volunteers are friendly and genuinely care about what they do, which makes the whole experience feel good. Shopping here feels like being part of something positive.

Castanet

4.3

(21 reviews)

What a hidden gem! Not so hidden! This store has such a great variety of items and sizes. It is…read moreclean and organize. It is a place I will visit every time I am in town.

The owner helped me pick out a dress for a wedding. she was so helpful, and the dress we found was…read moreabsolutely perfect. I was so comfortable and confident. absolutely recommend.

Found Boston

4.3

(4 reviews)

Heard about this place on Tik Tok so I had to check it out. They have two stores with one of them…read morebeing a bit smaller and the other store having the charm bar and more clothing. I immediately went to the charm bar and was so happy to see the prices were affordable. For the necklace it was $20 and each charm costing $5. For an additional $5 you could have a staff member assemble your necklace which I opted for. Sam was super helpful with suggesting how to spread out the charms to make sure they looked good. I am super happy with how it turned out. I will have to be back to see more of their clothing options because they had a good variety! Definitely give them a visit.

This place popped up in my search for vintage stores in Cambridge. I happened to visit the day they…read morewere doing a digital camera pop-up, so there was a long line to get Canon and Nikon vintage cameras for just under $200. One of my friends was interested in this event, so I got to look at the clothing while we waited. They have some very nice jeans that were in the $30-$70 range. It seemed like a contrasting mix of cool finds but also older style clothing that could have come from a TJ Maxx. They had jackets that looked like ones my parents had worn years ago and now keep in the back of a closet. Overall, there was a nice selection but personally I thought the quality was variable, and most items seemed overpriced for how they looked.

Upstairs Downstairs Home

4.5

(20 reviews)

This is one of my favorite stores and I haven't been there for a while, but since it's the holiday…read moreseason something called out to me with their decoration. Very nice things with prices that are matching with the value and the quality of the vintage items. if you want well crafted high-end items, come here. It's very inspirational for somebody like me who likes beautiful things.

Nothing special. Everyday items that can be found almost anywhere. The selection could be better…read morefor what you would expect to find on Charles St.

Vivant Vintage

3.6

(5 reviews)

New clothing store on Newbury Street! They sell vintage clothing and accessories from a ton of…read moredifferent brands, and have a fitting room so you can try on pieces. Staff was friendly as well. This is their second location, first one being in Allston. Check it out!

I just stopped in to use the photobooth. I read that it only takes cash, which is true - only $1s…read moreand $5s. It's $5 for 2 photostrips. You can fit 1-2 people in the booth and it's right at the entrance tot he store

Rick Walker's

4.3

(33 reviews)