Thrift store for tween/teen

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Anonymous wrote:Just fyi- thrift store prices are not the what they used to be. If a tee shirt was $2.99, it’s $7.99 now. If a hoodie was $6.99, it’s $12.99+. Bring something to donate because many will give a coupon along with the donation receipt to get a discount to use that day.

I love Unique but it’s become like Michaels. I only buy there with a coupon. Mon and Thurs are 25% off days. If you go a different day take something to donate like PP said snd get a 20% coupon. I haven’t seen tshirts for 12.99 it I frequently get my kid under Armour shirts/shorts for $4-$8

I’m the one you’re quoting. I said hoodies, not tee shirts, are $12.99.

12.99 with $25% off for a good quality hoodie is still a good deal imo. Not a Walmart hoodie, I get under Armour and Nike hoodies in there a lot that look like new.

Under armour ones are more - maybe closer to $16-$19. Here’s an example of why I don’t think that’s such a good deal.

Under armour Amazon sale awhile ago had new hoodies for $16.50 (in late may 2022) https://slickdeals.net/f/15807493-under-armour-men-s-rival-fleece-full-zip-hoodie-16-5

So paying $16 (low end) to $19 (higher end) minus 25% = $12 for a used one at unique or $16 for a new one delivered to me.

[Anonymous]

^^ and $14.25 for some unique goodies with the coupon.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My teen likes Unique. The one on New Hampshire also has a value village next door.

Also a Unique in Wheaton. I've found some great items there.

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Planet Aid in Rockville. Somehow, skinny DD13 has been able to find clothes there that actually fit her in-between frame.

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Goodwill usually has dollar days

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Just fyi- thrift store prices are not the what they used to be. If a tee shirt was $2.99, it’s $7.99 now. If a hoodie was $6.99, it’s $12.99+. Bring something to donate because many will give a coupon along with the donation receipt to get a discount to use that day.

I love Unique but it’s become like Michaels. I only buy there with a coupon. Mon and Thurs are 25% off days. If you go a different day take something to donate like PP said snd get a 20% coupon. I haven’t seen tshirts for 12.99 it I frequently get my kid under Armour shirts/shorts for $4-$8

I’m the one you’re quoting. I said hoodies, not tee shirts, are $12.99.

12.99 with $25% off for a good quality hoodie is still a good deal imo. Not a Walmart hoodie, I get under Armour and Nike hoodies in there a lot that look like new.

If you shop clearance you can get that stuff new for that price or lower.

[Anonymous]

Wee sale is coming to PG county again. They usually have a good tween section.

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I'm wanting to tell those that like thrifting about a new art & craft supplies thrift store in Germantown, MD. It offers "pay what you can" pricing (no prices on any object in the store!) and sells anything sold by the big-box art or craft stores as well as a lot of vintage and antique items. 100% of the proceeds benefits BlackRock Center for the Arts programming. The next sale is at BlackRock on 12/14 from 2-6:30. Starting in January, 2025 the store will be open every Saturday from 12-4:00. Please direct any questions to [e-mail]. Hope to see you there -- tell all of the crafters & artists in your life!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just fyi- thrift store prices are not the what they used to be. If a tee shirt was $2.99, it’s $7.99 now. If a hoodie was $6.99, it’s $12.99+. Bring something to donate because many will give a coupon along with the donation receipt to get a discount to use that day.

I have also noticed price of clothing at the thrift stores have gone up significantly.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm wanting to tell those that like thrifting about a new art & craft supplies thrift store in Germantown, MD. It offers "pay what you can" pricing (no prices on any object in the store!) and sells anything sold by the big-box art or craft stores as well as a lot of vintage and antique items. 100% of the proceeds benefits BlackRock Center for the Arts programming. The next sale is at BlackRock on 12/14 from 2-6:30. Starting in January, 2025 the store will be open every Saturday from 12-4:00. Please direct any questions to [e-mail]. Hope to see you there -- tell all of the crafters & artists in your life!

What a great concept

[Anonymous]

one of the great benefits of buying clothes at thrift stores is the benefit to the environment. The above theoretical price comparisons fail to take that into account.

But the suggestions of stores is useful! Though this thread is a little old. Urban Thrift has, sadly, closed.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:My teen likes Unique. The one on New Hampshire also has a value village next door.

My kid and friends are there often! It is completely hit or miss, but they've gotten some amazing things. I've gotten great Levis and a few nice blouses for myself.

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Be sure to wash them thoroughly before letting them get in contact with your other clothing or carpet even. Lice, eggs, bedbug eggs, toxic chemicals, etc.
Most stores don't launder donations.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just fyi- thrift store prices are not the what they used to be. If a tee shirt was $2.99, it’s $7.99 now. If a hoodie was $6.99, it’s $12.99+. Bring something to donate because many will give a coupon along with the donation receipt to get a discount to use that day.

+1. Unique is not cheap.