Author and Editor: Gabriella Grace

Thrifting:
Funky Fact: I once bought a $100 painting at Portland Habitat for Humanity, I took it to an art dealer and it appraised for over $5,000.

Portland, Oregon is known for its unique and vibrant shopping scene, with a wide variety of consignment and thrift stores to choose from. Whether you’re a seasoned thrifter or new to the world of secondhand shopping, Portland has something for everyone. Here are some of the best consignment and thrift stores in Portland:

- Crossroads Trading Co.: This popular chain has two locations in Portland, one in the Pearl District and another in the Lloyd District. Crossroads is known for its high-quality, stylish clothing and accessories, with a wide selection of designer brands at discounted prices. They also have a great selection of shoes, bags, and other accessories.
- Buffalo Exchange: Another well-known chain, Buffalo Exchange has two locations in Portland, one on NE Broadway and another on SE Hawthorne. They specialize in trendy, fashionable clothing and accessories, with a focus on vintage and recycled items. They also offer a buy-sell-trade program, so you can trade in your gently used clothing for store credit.
- Red Light Clothing Exchange: Located in Portland’s Alberta Arts District, Red Light is a unique consignment store that focuses on sustainable fashion. They have a wide selection of gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories, with a focus on eco-friendly brands. They also have a great selection of vintage and one-of-a-kind items.
- The Real Mother Goose: This quirky, independent store has two locations in Portland, one in the Pearl District and another in Southeast Portland. The Real Mother Goose is known for its wide selection of vintage and retro clothing and accessories, with a focus on unique and unusual items. They also have a great selection of furniture and home decor.
- The Garment District: Located in Portland’s Kenton neighborhood, The Garment District is a consignment store that specializes in high-quality, designer clothing and accessories. They have a wide selection of gently used items, including brands like Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Hermes. They also have a great selection of vintage and one-of-a-kind items.
- Goodwills and the Goodwill Bins: A treasure trove of good deal! Look for the color of the week for half off items!
- Deseret Industries: Great prices and a very well-organized store. They are Goodwill’s competition, but with cheaper prices. 🙂
- T&C donation: Clothes, furniture, home goods and kitchen ware. They have it all. I only with there were more of them across the city.
- Habitat For Humanity: Check out the ReStore Locations. With a heavy amount of construction and renovation items. Some locations have home goods, antique furniture, clothing and outdoor/patio furnishings.
- Plato’s Closet: They have a great selection of brand-name clothing. They also buy, sell and trade.

Portland has a vibrant and diverse shopping scene, with a wide variety of consignment and thrift stores to choose from. Whether you’re looking for designer brands, vintage items, or sustainable fashion, you’ll find something to love in Portland. Happy shopping!

Keep Travel Funky.
