I was already familiar with the Beacon Hill location, which I LOVE. I'd been meaning to check out…read moreVico Style's micro storefront, which is super cute and highly curated due to it being a different type of space. The emphasis at this location is on fine details that can be held up to a mirror rather than tried on: think accessories, outerwear, and small home accents. It's brilliant! And of course, the staff here are always incredible. They can answer any questions about materials, care, styling...anything you can think of, they know! And for such a cozy size, their selection is wild: everything is organized so efficiently, the volume of it is surprising when you realize. I really have to note the displays here, because they have created this magical effect. The shop has huge windows, which let in floods of daylight. They have arranged these stunning vintage scarves that simultaneously soften the brightness, and also accentuate it with colors, patterns, and textures. It's just a great effect that adds an extra vibrant energy to the space!

This shop is so beautifully curated with stylish vintage fashion pieces that can be worn by all…read moresizes. Celebrity stylists have been known to pop in to grab high fashion one of a kind items for their clients. The founder is so friendly and an amazing stylist. Highly recommend stopping in and checking out their pieces.

Stopped in here on a Sunday afternoon after seeing the sign outside. Wasn't sure what to expect but…read morewhat a gem - I was pleasantly surprised! Prices were very reasonable- I snagged a leather Patricia Nash bag for $20! They had good variety of sweaters, pants, skirts, accessories, and dressier items, all women's though. Well curated and will definitely be back!

We decided to hit up The Attic-Cambridge today! We dedicated our Sunday to discover some new thrift…read moreshops we haven't been to yet, & The Attic one of them. Located in Harvard Sq., they seem to be a pretty busy spot. Parking wasn't hard to find in this area on a Sunday. Upon entering, we were greeting by one of the workers. There was a clearance rack that they placed outside next to the entrance. Once you walk down the stairs, to your right is where most of the clothes are. Solid selection of denim & leather jackets, a little pricey compared to Goodwill/Savers but makes sense because they are more of a "vintage" clothing store. To the left of the stairs is where they have denim jeans & where you go to check out once you're finish with browsing. All sales are final like most thrift/vintage second hand shops. I found this denim jack with a brown leather collar today for $60. Thick & good quality. Lots of Wilsons leather jackets here. They also have a room with bins of clothes, for a low price, you can look through. I didn't have much luck with the bins, but seems like a lot of people did! Highly recommend.

Pretty sure I met the owner when I visited, super nice dude! Also the largest selection of VHS…read moretapes I've seen in a while, at good prices! Absolutely recommend this place, especially if you're looking for tapes.

Such a fun and funky shop and LOVE that they were open on a Monday as it's the only day I had to…read morePoke around! Great vibe and music and Pete was such a pleasure and shared great info!

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.

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.

What a gem of a store!…read more 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.

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

This thrift store has a little bit of everything you could possibly think of from an extensive…read morecollection of clothing, shoes, books, as well as some household items, frames, plates, cups, self-care items like lotions and soaps (some of which could make nice gifts), games, puzzles, and more. Their pricing is also very reasonable, for instance, a leather jacket in great condition was only $12 and a nice set of hand creams was $5. I'd definitely come back to spend more time to look through all the clothing.

A bright and open space filled with books, shoes, and clothing. There's a very limited selection of…read morehome goods and accessories. I didn't take anything home this time around, but I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area.

I arrived in Boston needing some last-minute items for an event, and I got lucky because this place…read morecame in clutch! Parking: Mostly street parking in the area. Feels: I'm not too familiar with Boston, but I was told this is one of the original areas of the city. There are lots of businesses and apartments nearby, so the neighborhood feels lively. The shop itself is pretty vibrant and spans two floors. They carry a wide range of apparel--from vintage pieces to newer items and even costumes. Customer Service: Awesome. The staff were friendly and welcoming. Overall: 5 stars. They had exactly what I needed, right when I needed it. If you're looking to refresh your wardrobe on a budget or find some unique costume pieces, this is definitely a spot worth checking out. Tip: Check out their "by the pound" section--you can score some really great deals there.

Yo....Garment District in Cambridge, MA completely flipped the script on me. Why was I expecting…read morethe whole 2 floors to look like a damn thrift dungeon with clothes on the floor??? Instead, Garment D. Is Organized, spotless and straight-up vibey. Two full floors to roam. Hot-pink walls, black-and-white checkerboard floors like stepping into an 80s music video. It's quirky, loud and proudly vintage. Everything's sorted with precision: pants with pants, denim with denim, tops with tops. These folks don't play around. And yeah, the majority of the clothing here is all use. But like I always do- I buy my stuff, take it home (or the cleaners), wash it and it snaps back looking like new. By the way- they do carry some new items- as in not used as well. My daughter and I bought some vintage denims, sweaters and a few other things. Zero mess. Zero stress. 100% unexpected.