Finding hidden treasures in local vintage shops is exciting and it guarantees that your items are unique and one of a kind. Not to mention that shopping second-hand is the more sustainable, eco-friendly way to go. These are four of the best cities in the U.S. to shop vintage.
Greater Palm Springs, California
Since this area attracts a wide variety of travelers from festival-goers to snowbirds, you can expect all kinds of unexpected finds in the many antique vintage shops in the area. Palm Springs was a popular destination in the 1950s, so you can expect to see many items from that era.
Providence, Rhode Island
As home to one of the top fashion design schools in the country, Providence boasts quite a few excellent vintage shops. Most of the best spots are found within a 2-mile radius of the downtown area.
Seattle, Washington
The vintage shopping scene in Seattle is thriving. The best vintage malls are found in the Fermont, Ballard, and Georgetown neighborhoods, making it easy to hit a few shops on the same day.
Ann Arbor, Michigan
As a college town, Ann Arbor was home to many fashion-forward students over the years. This is evident in the city’s vintage shops. Dear Golden and The Getup are just two of the spots worth visiting if you’re on the lookout for vintage gems.
