Prep Your Fall Wardrobe With Portland’s Best Thrift Shops
As the weather turns wetter and colder, many of us are going to be looking for new clothes for the season. But whether you’re trying to limit your impact on the environment or are just into scoring deals, our city has an overwhelming amount of good thrift and vintage stores for you. So many in fact, it can feel overwhelming just knowing where to start. Today we’re listening back to a conversation with Jay Flewelling, a self-proclaimed “thrift store junky” and a local comedian. He’s sharing all his best thrifting tips on where to go, for whatever you’re hoping to find, without having to spend too much.
This conversation first aired on June 12, 2024
Discussed in Today’s Episode:
- Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette
- Value Village
- Union Gospel Mission
- Estate Sale Finder
- William Temple House
- ReTails
- Red White & Blue
- Deseret Industries
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