Montreal's Best Thrift Stores
In a city full of independent second-hand stores, it's not hard to find a good deal. Whether you're shopping for trendy brands like Shein or finding that one-of-a-kind vintage staple, there's something for everyone at these local gems. With its eclectic mix of clothing and accessories, Montreal's best thrift stores offer a range of prices that make it possible to outfit yourself in chic style—and feel good about your purchase, too.
Chaotic and beloved, Eva B (2015 Saint-Laurent Blvd) is the place to go for a massive collection of secondhand styles that are bound to rework your closet. A few storefronts down is sister shop Eva D, which offers a more curated selection of bygone-era clothing. Another favourite, Kitsch'n Swell, also offers a small but well-curated collection of retro apparel and accessories for both men and women.
If you're in search of something more unique, try Citizen Vintage (two locations). This Montreal favorite not only sells secondhand pieces but it also operates its own fashion line, Studio Citizen, which specializes in handmade clothing with deadstock materials to provide an extra way for shoppers to enjoy sustainable fashion.
Then there's the always-busy Empire Exchange (two locations in Mile-End and Little Italy). This buy-sell-trade consignment store focuses on in-season modern and vintage clothes, shoes, and accessories and offers a wide range of sizes for both men and women. It's also the only place in town where you can sell your own clothes for an instant portion of the appraised value or store credit valid at all locations.
Another popular choice amongst eco-conscious consumers is Cul-De-Sac, a vintage depot in Montreal West that offers a combination of upcycled retro and plenty of unaltered original pieces. The store has an in-house workshop where customers can bring their thrifted finds to be modified or repaired if necessary. For more details please visit Montreal Best Thrift Stores
Other great options for those in the market for a new look include the '90s streetwear centric Club Theos (133A Mont-Royal Ave Est), which carries only vintage or thrifted apparel for hypebeasts, and RE UP (4035 St-Denis Street), which specializes in old school outdoor outerwear that's perfect for a day on the slopes or Igloofest.
If you're in the mood for a more modern take on thrifting, check out Annex (1135 Clark St), Montreal's first and only buy-sell-trade clothing store, where customers can trade in their own clothes in exchange for cash or store credit. The space is filled with colorful racks of clothes and accessories that will put a spring in your step—and your wallet. Plus, it's the only store that accepts both cash and debit.