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Shop 'til you drop — but just don't drop a fortune. For label-loving fashionistas, gently used clothing is the answer to scoring designer brands and striking ensembles at bargain prices. With spring cleaning underway -- discarded apparel, shoes, purses and jewelry in good condition will find an afterlife in Atlanta's vintage stores, where formerly pricey fashion labels are available for less. Secondhand shopping can be daunting for first-timers, so look to this roundup of local re-sale, vintage and thrift stores for guidance. Where: 1057 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE; The rundown: Open for the past three years in Midtown, Buffalo Exchange practices a "style over brand" approach with its merchandise, which includes men's and women's clothing, outerwear, shoes, hats and accessories — all in excellent condition. If the name sounds familiar it's because the resale shop is a chain with locations across the country. At Buffalo Exchange, nearly 85 percent of inventory comes from public sellers, and the rest of the merchandise is brand new from vendors (but at a much lower cost than at traditional retailers).
Many items can be returned within five days, excluding "final sale" specials. Price range: As low as $7-$8 and up to $100+ for leather goods. Brands: J. Crew, Madewell, Anthropologie, and familiar boldface name apparel from shops like Neiman Marcus, Barneys, Elizabeth and James, as well as unique '60s-'70s vintage items that match today's trends. Don't be surprised to find: Vintage Louis Vuitton suitcases, Adidas Yeezy Boosts, vintage sterling silver jewelry and Southwest jewelry. Tips: BYOB, as in Bring You Own Bag. Buffalo Exchange is a green store that encourages its customers to donate to local charities with its Tokens for Bags program. Guests receive tokens valued at 5 cents that they can give to one of the store's sponsored charities on a donation wall. Optimal times are Friday and Saturday, when many sellers unload their clothes and the turnaround time for newly stocked items is under an hour. Specials: Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 with special items priced at $1, including jewelry, shoes, T-shirts and shorts.
All proceeds go to charity. Where: 1111 Euclid Ave. NE; The rundown: A favorite among hipsters — naturally, it is in L5P — Rag-o-Rama specializes in men's and women's gently used vintage and contemporary apparel. The buy-sell-trade store's mixed bag inventory includes casual wear, like edgy pop culture T-shirts, tops and shorts, and some items that blur the lines between costume (perfect for theme parties) and '80s kitsch. Brands: Levi's, Ann Taylor, Umbro, Betsey Johnson, Polo, Gap and manufacturers found in Urban Outfitters. Don't be surprised to find: Alexander Wang and boldface name accessories from Christian Dior and Louis Vuitton. Tip: BYOB, Bring Your Own Bag. Like Buffalo Exchange, guests receive tokens valued at 5 cents that they can give to one of the store's sponsored charities in lieu of paper or plastic. Where: 3202 Paces Ferry Place NW (main store); The Rundown: With brands like Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Christian Louboutin and more upmarket designers, Labels is an apt name for this boutique that has several bungalow-style specialty shops lining Paces Ferry Place.
The rundown: Luck has everything to do with the bounty of vintage and vintage-inspired threads at this Midtown thrift shop.
futon mattress for bunk bedAuthentic to the past, Lucky Exchange opts for timeless silhouettes like sheath dresses and wrap-skirts instead of retro kitsch.
natural fiber mattress pads Brands: Old favorites like Members Only to contemporary designers like Tori Burch and Prada. Don't be surprised to find: Concert tour and '80s T-shirts, sequins, statement jewelry and a large selection of cowboy boots. Tip: Check out Lucky Exchange's Facebook page for coupons and alerts on deals like BOGO (buy one, get one) dresses and clearance sales. The Junior League's Nearly New Shop Where: 2927 N. Druid Hills Road The rundown: The Junior League of Atlanta is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting women, children and the community.
With a reputation for serving the public while in pearls, these stylish ladies supply the Nearly-New Shop with ensembles from their own closets. Brands: Diane von Furstenberg, Tory Burch, Ann Taylor and Banana Republic. Don't be surprised to find: Home goods, jewelry, men's clothes, toys, and a boutique-style layout with top-notch customer service. Tip: Many items are 50 percent off during holidays. Follow the Nearly New Shop's Facebook page for style advice and sales alerts. Where: 428 Moreland Ave., Little Five Points The rundown: Part costume shop, part vintage store, the independently owned (since 1993) gem in Little Five Points has two floors of used and new fashion. Brands: Betsey Johnson, Banana Republic, Gap and lesser-known, but unique labels. Don't be surprised to find: Go-go boots, tutus, costume jewelry, tribute T-shirts and tie-dye shirts. Tip: Visit the Psycho Sisters' website for coupons and monitor the store's Facebook page for more.
Goodwill of North Georgia - Buckhead Where: 3906 Roswell Road; The rundown: Shop for a good cause at Goodwill of North Georgia, Buckhead. The non-profit organization provides job-search resources and skills training to help put Georgians back to work. This location boasts large aisles and a variety of apparel options for men and women, particularly for suits, shoes and dress-to-impress job interview attire. Racks are restocked throughout the day and every 21 days the sales floor is refreshed. Brands: Many current items from Gap, Kate Spade, Anne Klein, Dooney and Bourke, Brighton, Cole Haan and contemporary budget-friendly labels. Don't be surprised to find: Lily Pultzier, Juicy Couture and Anthropologie. Tip: Weekends attract large crowds, so aim for weekdays. Seniors enjoy an extra 25 percent off on Tuesdays. Weeklong sales include 50 percent off items designated with a "color of the week" sticker, but the best finds are at the beginning of the week. Salvation Army Thrift Store - Midtown