As a self-defined thrifter, one who takes pride in finding great clothes for great prices.. this…read moreisn't the place for me. It was hard to find anything under $20 (even used T-shirts!!!) so that was a little disappointing. The selection of denim jackets was exceptionally impressive though. But this is definitely a high end pricey shop. If you're looking for good bargains, I wouldn't recommend coming here. However, if you're looking to find unique items at any cost, this would be the place for you!

Bought a pair of high-waist jeans that fit me like a dream! Thrifting can always be hit or miss,…read moreand I happened to get lucky this time around. The employees are friendly, and I was able to easily try on clothing.

Local 23 recently moved to a new location a couple of blocks from the original, and while I will…read morealways mourn the never-ending charm of the Bernard spot, what with the fitting rooms made from a bathroom and a coat closet, the ceiling falling down and the floor coming up.... it was clearly necessary! The new space on Boulevard Saint-Laurent is gorgeous, and much easier to shop (as in no squatting down to look at racks) and has much more room in general. They've kept a few small elements of the old place (hilarious vintage decor) which I'm very happy about, because honestly, it was the second best part of the store! The quality of the vintage stock seems to have improved, in that the less interesting flimsy modern pieces are pretty much gone. Not much else has changed other than the name/branding ( Local x annex) -- they still do their 30% and 50% markdowns, and the pricing seems about the same. Hopefully the new store will have air conditioning in the summer!!

The store is well-curated (smallish). I visited several embarrassment of riches (and rags)…read moreestablishments in Montreal and this is not one of them. I left the store after purchasing two awesome, reasonably priced items. But then I had problems with my bixi (there's a station outside the store.) I went back into the store and the store clerk kindly let me use her phone to call bixi. (Thanks again!)

I am a thrifter and love finding local thrift shops whenever I'm on my travels...today we stumbled…read moreupon Eva B and it was such a delight Three words to describe this place: fun, quirky and nostalgic I was able to find a couple Disney vintage items and had so much fun combing the racks for more treasures. They have a wide selection and the items are well organized and maintained What's unique about this spot is they also have a cafe on the ground floor! My mom got a bowl of their soup and she gave it 2 big thumbs up ...the staff was also so welcoming and kind. If you're looking for a special place to see and shop while you're in Montreal, check out Eva B!

Very nice crowd. Bilingual! Thank you! Prepared me an excellent samosa and expresso, for about 4 or…read more5 CAD! Absolutely ridiculous! Their clothing, as a short figure male, wasn't desirable for me. However, the philosophy of the establishment was obvious and good. I would visit here often if I lived in Montreal!

Low prices and awesome selection! Owner was very nice and willing to negotiate prices.read more

Middle of the road thrift store…read more On one hand they have really great selection. But, am I interested to pay 150$ for a vintage dress because it's vintage silk...Maybe not. If you are grossed out by places like "village des valeurs" and renaissances. It's a great place for you since all the good stuff is already skimmed out. In fact, there is a few stores like this one almost neighbouring each other so if you want the full experience. Look around on Saint-Laurent. This is a great place for a stop.

There are no price tags, just price areas, and instead of just marking the prices properly, they…read moreleave a secret mark on each item. But they won't tell you what the mark is. So beware that if you pick up an item from a 10$ area it might be there by mistake and you'll only find out when you come to pay, and they get very aggressive when you try to understand how the system works. Clothes are cool, just assume the price can be anything between 5 to 65$, location doesn't mean much.

After gobbling up poutine at Mange-moi, some friends and I decided to check out the shops on…read moreMont-Royal. What drew me to this place instantly was the yellow exterior, Aboriginal chief logo, and an appealing $10 sign. I had the impression it would be like the Black Market vintage store in Toronto - and it was. Almost all of the items were $10, except for some sweaters that were $25. There was a good selection of cool unisex t-shirts ranging from funny to raunchy, which amused the guys. They also have a nice variety of vintage clothing. There were flowy button-up blouses when you first walked in. Then to the right (in a different room) were plaid shirts, tops, sweaters, sweater vests, and cowboy boots. I found a lovely denim shirt for TEN BUCKS. Overall they are well organized, but I think it's also due to the fact that they don't have very much merchandise. I'd suggest you pop in for a quick peek and see if you fancy anything. It'll be hit or miss, but if you find something it'll definitely be a steal!

I became a member about 2 months ago. I saw a few people sharing online review on instagram and had…read moreto check for myself. I brought my sister with me and now we go as a girl night out. I seem to always go on the same day, heard Saturday and Sunday are the best day. Because more people go on Friday and Saturday. I got my friend to sign up! Honestly it has change my closet I love to go thrift shopping but I come home to discover a broken stitch or a stain. I love that before making it to the shwapclub they have been inspected one by one. You still need to check your white because of fondation stains. I have been trying to have a more minimalist wardrobe so I pack a few bag of clothing items and give one to my sister and keep the other one. I love that any items is a credit, purse, jeans, bikini... not every item you will bring will get accepted they have to be in great condition, in saison and have style. They have 6 change room for you to try on before you use your credits. They accept any brand other then ones that have been closed. To make sure things are still up to date. You can pay for a membership or every time you go. The owner is so lovely, she was there to help tonight.

Shwap Club may seem like your average, young, hip vintage store, but don't be fooled. This place is…read morenothing short of revolutionary. How it works: Go through your closet, looking for gently worn clothes, shoes, purses and/or jackets. Like that gorgeous dress you bought on sale at Zara but don't really fit into anymore. Or that neon shirt your favorite aunt got you for Christmas but you never wore. As the saying goes, one woman's trash is another woman's treasure! Bring your goodies to Shwap Club, where a lovely girl will sort through your bag and give you one credit for every item that makes the cut. That means clothes in good condition without holes, stains, etc. Pay $12 per visit or $85 for an unlimited annual membership. Then, start treasure hunting! You can leave with as many items as your # of credits, no matter the type of clothing. The store is neat and cozy, with a mid-century sitting area in the front and curated clothes separated according to category and color. The experience is relaxing yet thrilling, as I never know what I will find. Updating my closet without spending a dime is awesome, but most importantly I'm glad that Shwap Club has made me more mindful of my spending habits, helping me contribute less and less to mass consumerism. It's made me that much more appreciative of our planet.

This renaissance is huge! 4 floors. It just doesn't have that good of a selection. Their books are…read moremainly french and in bad condition. The clothes are all dated. And in general it just didn't seem as inviting as other renaissance shops I've been to. But if you're willing to look through everything thoroughly, you will probably find gems. I spotted an iPhone case by Apple, the silicone one, for $5! Too bad it wasn't for my phone model. Upside is there's a village des valeurs nearby so if you don't find anything you can walk 5 minutes and try another thrift store.

Renaissance is like a Salvation Army or Value Village with a solid focus on supporting the local…read morecommunity. This one is 3 stories under the weird and wonderful arches of the Plaza St Hubert. It's hit or miss because that's how second hand shopping works, , and I've never had the best luck here but I love it anyway.

I ordered masks online from Citizen Vintage last Sunday and chose pick-up expecting the masks to be…read moreready in a few days, or at least not on the following day which was a National Holiday. The next morning, I received a text message. The masks were indeed ready the very next day, on Victoria Day. Furthermore, they even included a hand-written Thank You note to express their appreciation of supporting their small business during these hard times. Oh and to add to it all, the designs of these masks are cool, the masks are quite affordable ($15) and they're made of quality fabric. I have nothing but positive to say about Citizen Vintage and I will make it a point to shop on their website again. Thank you for your great products, service and overall experience!

Citizen Vintage is a vintage clothing boutique located in the Mile End shopping district. Owned by…read moreRebecca and Lara, this independently-owned store has a limited selection in tops, dresses, and even their own line of clothing wear. There's also a very humble selection of men's pieces, but not too much and forgettable. I saw an Editorial Magazine canvas tote bag in the window, and I had to get my hands on it - it featured Clay Hickson's illustration, hand-screened right here in Montreal. I also found a cute pink sweatshirt to match (because, everyone knows I'm all about the hoodies/sweatshirts), so I purchased that as well. I was slightly annoyed, as the same canvas bag was found in another store a few blocks away that was $5 less T___T The female employee was super friendly and helpful, and you are more than welcome to have your items be put on hold while you shop some more. CCs are accepted. +Editorial Magazine with Clay Hickson's illustration pieces available +some items marked up more than other stores in the area T___T +friendly staff

As we were walking around the Plateau, my stepson wanted to check out this place. He's big on…read morevintage stuff and this store had lots of items like clothing and home stuff. There were many things to choose from both from the Men's side as well as the Women's area. Of course, the women's section was larger and more varied. A good thrift store option if you are in the area.

I've been turning a new leaf lately and shopping exclusively at second hand stores for the things I…read moreneed. My friend took me to this renaissance and I really liked it! They have a great selection of clothing and books. I managed to find two work appropriate shirts and one was Uniqlo! (one my favourite brands). I also found a book I liked for only $3.75. What I love about Renaissance is that they are tax free and they accept debit, credit, and cash! Lines are a bit long to try on, but that was to be expected.