Your Guide to Vintage Shops in Philadelphia

Leaning into the retro and funky side of fashion, the racks at B-Bop Vintage burst with bold colors and psychedelic patterns. While the showroom covers a wide variety of fashion eras, styles from the 1960s and 1970s — polka-dotted blouses and hue-saturated dresses — stand out against the shop’s pastel, pink walls. In addition to womenswear, the shop carries a curated collection of accessories — jewelry, sunglasses and shoes — making it a great place to pick up the perfect personality piece or revamp your entire wardrobe.

Curated with a special eye for statement-making colors, prints and graphics, Big Top injects the Philadelphia vintage scene with its special brand of colorful and cool fashions. Dressing both fashionable kids and their stylish adults, the Port Richmond store carries a constantly rotating inventory of casual tees, shorts and jeans, cozy sweaters and sweatshirts, flowy dresses and more. If you’re in search of a particular look or vibe, the shop’s knowledgeable sales team is happy to help peruse the racks for potential pieces.

A massive collection of vintage fashions and deals hide among North Philly’s warehouses and ex-factories. Home to both Bulk Vintage Clothing and its upstairs neighbor Briar Vintage, this D Street warehouse is typically reserved for retail professionals stocking their shops. However, on select days, the warehouse opens its doors for the general public to rummage through its racks and shelves and carts and bins of fine vintage goods, ranging from Victorian-era accessories to 2000s ensembles. Be sure to give both stores a follow on Instagram to stay in the know about upcoming open houses.

For sneakerheads and streetwear enthusiasts, this Midtown Village consignment shop is about as close to Disneyland or heaven as you can get. Owned by Phillip Moore, Common Ground offers exclusive collectible sneakers and vintage pieces —  a wall of Air Jordans going back to the original Ones catches the eye — and features rare, sold-out merch from prominent sportswear brands like Supreme and Bape. Retro jerseys and old-school tees emblazoned with pop culture references, like Mike Tyson or Astro Boy, also grace the store’s racks.

Good’s Vintage focuses on the shinier side of secondhand: high-quality jewelry, watches, furniture and home decor sourced from around the world. The Italian Market store carries accessories for both men and women, and the price tag can range from less than $40 to well over $1,500. The well-studied staff is happy to answer any questions you might have about the collection, but if you’re unable to make it into the Bella Vista store, items can be purchased via the official website and shoppable Instagram page.

A major player on the scene for two decades, this vintage variety store is known for having that good good — eclectic furniture, eye-catching home decor, hard-to-find collectibles  — for fair prices and has inspired a loyal following (as told by its 60,000-plus fans on Instagram and countless more IRL). Owner Mike Supermodel tailors the inventory at each of his four stores to meet the needs of the neighborhood it calls home. Can’t stop by a store? Keep an eye on the store’s IG, as some of Jinxed’s funkiest finds are posted to and sold via the app.

Eilidh Macintyre’s Frankford Avenue boutique channels the essence of an old-school dress shop with personalized service, high-quality pieces and a touch of luxury. Catering to women with a sharp sense of fashion, the store outfits them in timeless special-occasion frocks and gorgeous bridal gowns. Alongside pretty apparel and accessories, the shop carries a collection of artisan goods created by local women makers. This commitment to supporting the community caught the eye of Netflix’s Queer Eye, leading to the boutique’s appearance on season five.

Sitting at the intersection of style and sustainability, this Fabric Row boutique first opened its doors 12 years ago, exclusively selling vintage ware and jewelry handmade by the owner, Chelsea Pearce. Over the years, the store’s offerings have expanded to include handcrafted accessories by other makers, eco-minded home decor, sustainably made children’s toys and more. Still, the boutique boasts a beautiful collection of highly curated, quality second-hand designer fashions and accessories in its welcoming and calm showroom.

In his South Philadelphia showroom, Keesean Moore curates an experience reminiscent of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Each piece tells a different story and comes from a different corner of the globe; just in the place of rare Mary Casset and Van Gough works of art, you find authentic James Galanos and Hermès masterpieces. The store’s high-fashion couture spans over a century, and only pieces in the best condition make it to the shelves. While the price tag is on the higher end compared to other vintage purveyors (typically ranging between $125 and $1,000), Moore Vintage Archive is a must-visit for any student of style or aspiring fashion historian.

Inclusivity is at the heart of the operation at this vintage goods store located in South Philly’s Bok Building. Created with every body in mind, NONI’s collection of high-quality vintage threads runs from size 6X through extra small. In addition to apparel, shoppers find vintage books, vinyls and home goods filling the store as well as candles, books and gifts made by artisans from around the country.

Vintage is about variety, and this little stretch of East Passyunk Ave is home to two vintage go-tos with very different styles. Less curated than other places around town, N.R.S. Boutique is one of the more affordably priced ones, making it a great place for secondhand shopping newbies. Its vintage clothing, knickknacks, sunnies and jewelry are displayed alongside sports memorabilia custom-designed by the store’s owner Nicole Rae Styer. N.R.S.’s nextdoor neighbor, Mesh, focuses mainly on classic styles for both men and women from the 1960s to 1980s.

This South Philly staple straddles the line between vintage and thrift. Like most thrift stores, Philly Aids Thrift accepts item donations and has a philanthropic mission, in this case, to support organizations fighting against HIV/AIDS. However, on the shop’s second floor, vintage enthusiasts find a section specially curated with vintage clothing, furniture and knickknacks. Even more, with a little bit of time and patience, it’s not uncommon to find vintage gems hiding among the racks and bins throughout the rest of the store as well.

A vintage enthusiast’s playground, The Raxx Vintage Emporium has 5,000 square feet of space to fill with funky fashions, accessories, home goods and more. The collection is curated according to current trends — looking at you, throwback collegiate wear and Y2K minis — and changes with the season. While in the area, don’t miss nearby Retrospect. Retrospect has a smaller footprint and a charitable mission, selling hand-sourced vintage clothing, home decor and more in support of the Goodwill Industries of Southern New Jersey and Philadelphia.

Retro Rewind began as a clothing boutique on wheels, popping up and bringing the (shopping) party — complete with music and impromptu dancing — to neighborhoods and events around the city. The mobile shopping experience has traded in its wheels for a brick-and-mortar in Brewerytown. Specializing in bold vintage and thrift apparel, shoes, jewelry and more for both men and women, RetroRewind continues to supply all the fashion and fun vibes shoppers have come to expect.

For years, savvy sneakerheads have made their way to upscale resale shop Suplex Vintage for limited-edition Yeezys, Jordans and other fresh-out-of-the-box kicks. The South Street shop’s collection of coveted goods has expanded to include vintage jerseys and sportswear repping the hometown teams, a killer collection of old-school Harley Davidson merch and other throwback T-shirts. Farther down on South Street, younger sibling Suplex Vintage Wrestling joins the original location with a focus on vintage wrestling memorabilia, from throwback Wrestlemania tees to WWE superstar action figures.

This Fabric Row boutique’s collection packs a punch, specializing in styles and fashions from the ’60s through the ’90s with a side of Y2K fun. Whether you’re looking to add a bit of personality to your already fashionable wardrobe or put together a showstopping ensemble for a throwback-themed party, the racks at Sweet Peel are a treasure trove of silhouettes, textures, patterns and more.

At times puzzling, often surprising and sometimes downright strange, this vintage emporium’s massive collection keeps secondhand sleuths and expert thrifters on their toes. Thunderbird Salvage manages to fill not one but two locations (one of which used to be a church) with an eclectic variety of vintage goods. You never know what you might find, as the inventory can range from gorgeous, retro furniture to interesting knickknacks and antique oddities (a certain life-like squirrel mount comes to mind).

This Fishtown shop is a local go-to for super affordable, secondhand designer threads, but what sets the place apart is its second-floor showroom housing its vintage wear. Filled with racks of rare tees and dresses harkening back to past eras, the area also showcases the store’s collection of “upcycled” pieces: slightly damaged bags or jackets that instead of passing up, the team turned into brand-new designs using their fashion expertise, paint and/or bleach.

This minimalist Old City boutique’s inventory of pretty and feminine fabrics, silhouettes and accessories has caught the eye of national names like Goop and Condé Nast Traveler, as well as many fashionable Philadelphians with an appreciation for craftsmanship and style. Up-and-coming designers, indie labels, local names and high-quality vintage finds all share the carefully curated racks. With a focus on showcasing brands with a commitment to sustainability, the collection features a mix of neutrals and colors, interesting textures and textiles.

The vintage eyewear dealer to the stars, Julian Emani (aka Vintage Julz), outfits pop and rap royalty — the late Pop Smoke, Philly’s own Meek Mill and Lil Uzi Vert, and Grammy Award winner Lady Gaga, among others — in classic shades. But you don’t have to be an international superstar to shop Julz’s collection of high-quality vintage specs. His South Street shop boasts an impressive collection of major label designers including Cartier, Jean Paul Gaultier and Christian Dior. Fun fact for hip-hop heads: The iconic Cartier glasses Pop Smoke donned on the cover of his Meet the Woo 2 mixtape? They were from Vintage Julz.

The most stylish classroom you’ve ever seen, Queen Village’s Wayward Collection grew out of owner Haley Pelton’s interest in learning where modern-day fashion trends originated. A self-proclaimed “lifelong fashion obsessive” and “longtime vintage collector,” Pelton curates the racks of her shop with the same passion and curiosity that fuels her own personal sense of style. At the Wayward Collective, trendsetting fashionistas find a classy collection of vintage luxury, designer and high-quality goods spanning the late 1800s through the 1990s.