Whether you are a back to school student looking for a new wardrobe, or just trying to find places to go out with friends, it is nice to know of local vintage clothing stores. Here is our list of the top five vintage and thrift spots to visit in San Antonio.
The Garden Clothing Exchange
If you are looking for Harley Davidson pieces, this is the place for you. They hold a vast collection of HD pieces ranging from around $10-$30, all unique in their own ways. This store’s denim options are vast, as well as their graphic tees. They have some shelves in the back that hold accessories, and there is a changing room so you can try everything on. It has a nice environment, with cool music and friendly employees. Prices are on the cheaper end from others on this list, averaging around $20-$30. Overall, it is a fun place to take friends and do some casual shopping.
Grey Moon Vintage
Grey Moon Vintage is a smaller store, being set up inside of a converted van. It is an extremely unique spot to visit, and it feels magical inside. The owners are very inviting and nice, and it is always an enjoyable experience sifting through the racks. The clothing here is more on the pricey side, but there are some $15 racks out front that consist of bold prints and graphic tees. Lots of graphic tee options here, as well as fun patterned tops. There is a changing room in the back of the van if you are wanting to try any pieces on.
Wear House
Wear House has a really nice environment, and shares the space with a record store. The clothing itself is more on the pricey end, with costs averaging around $40 per piece. Pants are around $50, shirts around $30, but you can find exceptions along with a $15 rack out front. There are accessories and shoes for sale which range in price but are fun to check out. There is not a designated fitting room but you are allowed to try things on in the restroom and see how they fit. If you have the money to spend, the clothing is really unique. If not, Wear House is a nice space to explore and hangout.
Thrift Thru + Hype Goods
This is another store that offers a two-in-one. Hype Goods is closer to the entrance while the Thrift Thru is in the back, but both stores have their own contributions to the space. Hype Goods is especially nice if you are into video games, as they have a lot of clothing and memorabilia that cater to that. There is a section of the space called the Bodega that offers comic books, stuffed animals, etc. There are skateboards and shoes for sale. Prices for their graphic tees were around $30. The Thrift Thru is in the same building, they also had cheaper prices and more accessories such as jewelry and hair clips. They have a $10 rack and lots of funky tops being sold.
House of Trends
House of Trends carries a variety of items from sweatshirts to dainty tops. They have a lot of denim shorts in a wide range of sizes, so if you need denim shorts, this is a great spot to check out. In this store, prices average around $30, but there are $5 clothing bins making it a more budget friendly space. And, there is a fitting room in the back as well. The owner is inviting and it is a clean and cohesive space that makes going through racks easy.
Although this is a small list compared to all that San Antonio has to offer, these stores are some that are fun to explore and have a variety of clothing for any and all styles.
sai • Sep 3, 2024 at 1:46 pm
this was so helpful!! will definitely be checking these out 🙂