Montreal Best Thrift Stores
For discerning shoppers who prefer to steer clear of the fast-fashion merch on offer at malls, Montreal’s thriving thrift scene is an affordable alternative. The city’s many secondhand stores—often referred to as friperies by locals—stock an assortment of vintage and retro styles at a fraction of the retail price.
Whether you’re looking for a ’90s shoulder pad–inspired jacket or a statement blazer in silky Isabel Marant fabric, there’s something gratifying about scoring a designer find on a shoestring budget. We’ve scoured the city for the best spots to score that next fashion treasure, from high-end vintage boutiques to secondhand clothing shops that cater to hypebeasts and fashionistas alike.
For those who are new to the thrifting game, we suggest heading to the multi–floor Floh Market (3637 Mont-Royal Avenue East). This huge shop is broken down into smaller sections where different fashion buyers display their fresh finds. Those who have more of a luxury taste can head to Le Dressing (1134A St–Laurent Boulevard), which carries unique secondhand styles like Thierry Mugler and Chanel pieces for reasonable prices. This thrift store also has its own fashion line—Studio Citizen—which is handmade with deadstock materials for an extra way to enjoy sustainable style without breaking the bank.
More of a curated, higher–end vintage store, Seconde Vintage (2021 St-Laurent Street) is one of the recent additions to the city’s burgeoning secondhand-store scene. Their tightly curated selections include vintage Thierry Mugler, Chanel and Issey Miyake pieces that you won’t find anywhere else in the city. They carry a variety of vintage styles for both men and women, with a particularly cool supreme collection.
Another favorite amongst savvy bargain hunters is Rhythme (3448 Saint-Laurent Boulevard). The tiny boutique stocks a wide range of both vintage and newer secondhand styles for both genders with an emphasis on workwear staples. Their best sellers are black–and–white art tees from the 90s.
Unlike other thrift stores that are overrun with clothing, the staff at Local 23 (4080 Bernard Street West) keeps the space tidy and well-organized. Founded by three vendors, the boutique specializes in ’90s vintage and carries an impressive stock of t–shirts and jean jackets—all for a relatively reasonable price. They have a $5 bin for single–stitch tees, too.
While the city’s many secondhand stores are great for scouring for that perfect tee or vintage jacket, we also recommend scouting your local yard sales and scrolling through Montreal’s Facebook Marketplace to get in on some of the best deals. Just keep in mind that the more you dig, the better your chances of finding a hidden gem. So, go ahead and get ready to sift through the ratty tees and 90s flare Levi’s for that perfect piece of secondhand fashion that’s sure to elevate your closet. Good luck!