Buy and sell used clothes at these Toronto consignment shops
Purchasing new usually means paying top dollar and watching your item depreciate the moment it leaves the store. Inject some adventure into your wardrobe by shopping the vintage racks and getting some cash on consignment for your used items at the same time.
Maggie's Farm
407 Roncesvalles Ave, Toronto, ON M6R 2N1Here’s a funky spot in Roncesvalles where guys and dolls can find that crazy little something that they didn’t know they needed. Maggie’s eclectic taste puts the emphasis on one-of-a-kind and eye-catching pieces. If you really don’t want to look like anyone else at the party, then the hand-screened T-shirts and funky footwear will do the trick. You'll also find antique milk-paint furniture and plenty of retro goodies to help you turn back the clock.
Off The Cuff
5 Broadway Ave, Toronto, ON M4P 1T7This is the place to unload your tired threads and put sweet cash back in your pocket. Or, if you’re looking to add to your wardrobe, browse the racks and stock up on some of the best names in the industry, from Armani to Zegna. If you don’t know where to start, just talk to Lee, the owner. He’s got great tips on how to look like a dapper gentleman, no matter what your budget.
Thrill of the Find
1172 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M4M 1L4Fashionistas love this place because not only does owner Mirielle have great connections when it comes to quality clothes, but she’s a seasoned pro at knowing what looks fabulous. There’s an impressive array of designer labels, as well as everyday clothes that look just as great. And, with the accessories available, there’s no way you can’t look model-gorgeous in an instant.
Cat's Meow The
180 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON M5R 2J1Trendy designer clothing and accessories quickly go out of style and can end up buried in your closet before the fashion cycle turns and they’re wearable again. You can avoid that here by consigning your designer wares. The Cat’s Meow focuses on clothes and accessories from the ‘20s to the ‘80s, with a strong emphasis on the ‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s. You can find hats, handbags, jewellery and clothing from a variety of labels, as well as hidden gems.
House Of Vintage Ltd.
1239 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M6K 1L5This vintage store in Parkdale has some of the most daring fashion pieces you’ll find anywhere. Fancy a fur coat made of Mongolian sheepskin? Quick, grab it before someone else does. Ugly Christmas sweater more your thing? Yep, you can probably find one – or several – of those, too. They also sell accessories to match any outfit you assemble and at the same reasonable prices.
