My kind of store- small, packed to the gills and curated with a fascinating collection of…read morethings-antiques, oddities, religious ephemera. The staff are happy to answer any questions, even if you're just browsing and are curious what you're looking at.

The current photos really don't show the sheer amount of antiques that this shop has which is a…read moregood thing. I went on an antique run and Anastacia's was top quality compared to other shops. Whoever buys for Anastacia's really has a good eye for antiques. The stuff they have here is really rare and unique. This is not a junk Knick knack shop and most of the items have a price tag to reflect how unique they are. Lots of 1800's to turn of the century items you won't find anywhere else with a museum quality presentation and feel. Check them out!

Quirky little store with interesting things to buy. I always make a point of visiting once a month.read more

I stopped by Jinxed on Washington Ave after having lunch nearby. I was drawn in by the open garage…read moredoor exposing the beautiful furniture pieces they have for sale inside. They are currently requiring masks for entry, in compliance with the new city mandates. The main entrance leads you into a beautiful little plant shop area. They have incredible planters and a wide variety of plant options. I saw a pineapple growing while inside and was so impressed! The store itself offers fairly priced vintage and used furniture, decor, and clothing items. I was shocked to see how inexpensive some items were! I am in need of a small couch and they had some options, but I couldn't find anything that matched my decor. I will definitely return to see what they have in the coming weeks!

Circa Gallery is a rabbit hole thrift store in the best way possible. From the uncanny mannequin of…read morethe little girl displayed on the sidewalk outside to the seasonal displays carefully curated in the windows to the narrow aisles packed with, well, everything, this is a second-hand treasure seekers must-check-out shop. You will want to take your time perusing the shelves of glassware, jewelry, knick-knacks, cigar boxes, dolls, books, trinket boxes, DVDs, & CDs, & ephemera of all kinds. For the art students looking for found objects for shadow boxes & mixed-media pieces, there's a lot to comb through here. If you are looking specifically for used classical & Broadway musical CDs, this is a good resource for that kind of music. I donated 8 wooden cigar boxes to Circa, & Michael, the owner let me have a catalogue on the surrealist Yves Tanguy as a trade. Much appreciated! He's cool to chat with. His shop is a labor of love & collecting. Check it out. I asked permission from Michael if I could take a picture of the mannequin girl. Voila.

This is a stunning collection of various pieces of American history and certainly worth a visit…read more The collection certainly gets 5 stars, as every piece is immaculate and the books are in pristine collection. Certainly worth stopping. I do hope the management can learn customer service. I entered because the shop looked charming and I wanted to buy unique gifts for family this Christmas. I have been to shops like this before with "no photos" signs, which I follow. This shop had no signs. No one said hello when I came in, someone went to take a dog for a walk. No problem. I was taking a few photos to decide what gifts to get, texting other family members to decide what to get. There were no humans in the photos, and nothing was art. At one point the man behind the counter said "you should really ask before you take pictures." I apologized and asked if I should delete them. He said no then went on to tell me that at my age I should know how to be polite. I apologized again and told him that some oddity shops like photos used on social media and there was no sign. He then went on to tell me I should know better, which resulted in him telling me that I can't take criticism. It was a bizarre interaction. He told me to leave, which is his right. So I left without buying anything. It was an odd interaction and I hope that they put up a sign if photos are something they do not want taken. I hope that the 5 stars is "polite" enough for them.

When I travel, my #1 thing to do (after museums!) is to find a city's best collection of thrift and…read morevintage stores. After some online research, Cactus Collective made the list, along with many other gems in Queen Village, and I'd have to say I had my best scores there. The two ladies working there were very warm and inviting when I entered, but also were cool with giving me my space to dig around--I never felt pressured, which I've found most helpful when perusing unique vintage items. The store has a very distinctive Southwestern personality that sets it apart from other vintage stores in the city. Though it's a small space, the clothes, accessories, and gifts were all merchandised in a way to make the customer feel as if they're shopping in someone's private closet. Later, after following the store on Instagram, I had questions about some items I was interested in buying via their online store. I received quick responses and the owner was patient with all my questions, and they shipped my item within 24 hours. No doubt will I be buying from CC again, and I'm already looking forward to my next Philly trip so that I can revisit in person.

My second favorite vintage store in Philadelphia! It's small, but Big with cute vintage finds! The…read moreowner, I think she is the owner because she is always there, is plesant and she wears the cutest hats!!! Whenever I am on South Street I stop in. The prices are ok, the one of a kind peices are worth the money and the trip!

Quirky queer bookstore with a great selection of both used and new books covering a wide variety of…read moretopics. There are plenty of community resources at the front of the store, as well as some thrifted clothes. Books are fairly priced, clothes are fairly expensive. Limited seating, but all very cozy if you can snag a spot. Unfortunately there are no bathrooms. The shop is 3 stories tall, each story with a unique vibe. Excellent customer service and employees give great recommendations!

This store is huge and has a great variety of both new and used books, dvds, clothes, and more. It…read moreis definitely heavier on the books than anything else, but if you keep walking around the store you'll find new things everywhere you go. They have a heavy focus on LGBTQ+ options, which can be really hard to find elsewhere! The people working were very kind and friendly and the prices were actually pretty good as well. It's a cute place that feels like an old house and I recommend even just to look around.

This antique store is unbelievable. Three gigantic floors a filled with an abundance of…read morearchitectural artifacts some of the most exquisite conditions. Only downside is that prices are unfortunately very high.

This place is super cool to walk around in and explore. .. it's kind of like a museum with so many…read moredifferent pieces from tiles to statues, furniture to lighting and signage to random artifacts. Some things are quite expensive however, many items are in line with its value. Many items are in mint or quite good condition and VERY OLD. Most items are from the early 1900s, a few pre-date that and there are a couple random items like magazines, newspapers, etc. from the 1980s.

One of my favorite stores in Philly. I always come here when I need a gift for someone because…read morethere is such unique stuff. That being said I always end up getting myself something while there. There's always something no matter your budget, I have purchased mirrors, pictures, countless scarves, tiles, and figurines. Oh their jewlery is always reasonably priced and cute. Everyone that works there is super friendly and helpful! I kind of miss the OG store because it was so cool and multiple stories. I've been supporting Eyes since at least 2014 and will for as long as I can!

I first spotted this shop when I was grabbing a Cheesesteak near by. I thought it was some kind of…read moreglasses shop and was just going to overlook it but the display was so eclectic I just had to stop in. I was greeted immediately as I walked in and informed of the layout of the store and sales of the day. They have a beautiful selection of handcrafted pieces from all around, the staff is kind and attentive. All very stylish! It's a great place to get a gift for someone or add a unique piece to your own collection. I left with a beautifully beaded octopus keychain and my mother got some sterling silver gemstone earrings. All at reasonable prices. I love unique stores like this.

A wonderful thrift store where 100% of proceeds go towards Project HOME and breaking the cycle of…read morepoverty! I live very close to Home Spun so in the process of moving I donated everything from clothes to vacuum cleaners. The really wonderful thing about Home Spun is that anything they can't sell in the store (cutting boards and irons and the like) they offer to the residents of Project HOME for free. So if you're looking to donate, I highly recommend you donate here! I stopped by yesterday (for the first time) to check out their clothing selection, and was really impressed with some of the finds. I bought two designer work dresses for $6 each (normally dresses are $10, but they had a 40% off sale)! Shirts, skirts, and pants are even cheaper, so whatever you're looking for, I definitely recommend stopping by Home Spun to check out their selection (and to support a great cause!)

My husband and I will go out of our way to come here once every so often :) We live outside the…read morecity, but the 45 minutes commute is worth to visit this little store. First of all, Project HOME is a wonderful cause that I encourage anyone to support. 100% goes back to their organization that helps homelessness. Second, I have found clothes such as a vintage dress from J. Crew, a business dress from Theory, and other great finds -- and I have never spent more than $10.00 each visit. Third, the staff are wonderful. They are so friendly, welcoming, and helpful. If you have clothes to donate, please consider donating here! And if you are around the city looking for a thrift store to shop at, come give this boutique a try!