Fall is finally here, with the phantom promise that Ohioans will finally get the chance to bundle up. Optimists can cash in on a new autumn wardrobe the old-fashioned way, by taking a tour through Cleveland’s many vintage and thrift clothing stores. With seemingly abundant new options for a unique experience, here are the top 25 vintage stores to explore.
Fall is finally here, with the phantom promise that Ohioans will finally get the chance to wear cold weather items. Lovers of sweaters and boots can cash in on a new fall wardrobe the old-fashioned way, by taking a tour through the Cleveland area’s many vintage and thrift clothing stores. With seemingly abundant new options for a unique experience, here are the top 25 vintage stores to explore.
Flower Child Vintage
11508 Clifton Blvd., 216-939-9933
Get a history lesson and look good doing it at Flower Child Vintage. Part vintage clothing store, part museum, Flower Child is the authority on all the pretty things the 20th century had to offer.
Photo via _maddie_wells/InstagramSweet Lorain
7105 Lorain Rd., 216-281-1959?
Named one of America’s 5 Best Vintage Stores, Sweet Lorain has cornered the market on accessible and affordable vintage clothes for all.
Photo via mandimakes/InstagramFuture No Future Vintage
16008 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, 216-228-0530?
Future No Future is an eclectic spot tucked away on Detroit Avenue housing some of the most impressive vintage finds in Cleveland. Come for the vintage, stay for the incredible clothing displays.
Photo via ufogirl/InstagramMoonstruck CLE
11917 Mayfield Rd, 216-533-1925?
Moonstruck is quite literally the new kid on the block, opening her doors in Little Italy in 2014. Already, the decadent storefront and curated Instagram has drawn a crowd.
Photo via 1sassysunflower/InstagramRetro Rosie
17110 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, 440-789-6932?
Don’t leave Detroit Avenue before taking a peek into Retro Rosie, the chain smoking 1950s housewife’s favorite vintage and antique store. This midcentury oasis of style is here to fulfill your Betty Draper fantasies, whatever they may be.
Photo via bel_amour09/InstagramChelsea’s Costumes & Vintage
1412 W. 116th St, 216-226-9147
For those who want to make an entrance, Chelsea’s is your girl. A blend between unique vintage finds and original costume pieces, Chelsea’s Costumes & Vintage is the next stop on that inevitable bachelorette party crawl.
Photo via killersharkworm/InstagramArrowhead Vintage & Handmade Goods
534 Cleveland Ave NW, Canton, 330-817-6723
The crafty crowd should flock to the Etsy-bait that is Arrowhead Vintage. A seamless combination of both vintage and handmade apparel and accessories, Arrowhead is a one-stop-shop for nostalgia.
Photo via secondhandjoes/InstagramSTAR POP Vintage + Modern
15813 Waterloo Rd, 216-965-2368
STAR POP specializes in clothing for the collector. Complete your “Stranger Things” cosplay at this retro pop culture paradise.
Photo via pottymouthworld/InstagramRe/Dress
17140 Madison Ave, Lakewood, 440-941-2482
Specializing in vintage and modern apparel for plus sized women, Re/Dress is a fun and affordable fashion staple of Lakewood. Highly recommended: the “Idgaf About Your Diet Susan” T-shirt.
Photo via oh.emmy.gee/InstagramColette’s Vintage
The pristine storefront, the dedicated following, Collete’s Vintage is a club you’ll want to join. With outfits from every era, this Canton classic is a go-to for all things vintage.
Photo via mandimakes/InstagramHidden Pearl Vintage
2206 Front St.,Cuyahoga Falls, 330-928-8230
Gaining attention from Teen Vogue and the Cleveland Plain Dealer, the magic of Hidden Pearl Vintage isn’t so hidden anymore. This treasure trove of a store specializes in 1970s fashion and costume accessories to bring the groove back to any outfit.
Photo via heyescapist/InstagramHighland Throwbacks
777 West Market St., Akron
New store Highland Throwbacks is only 1-year-old, but has already gained a dedicated following. Pop in to see the ’80s and ’90s streetwear, or wait to attend the store’s annual Street Jam.
Photo via unmovablestore/InstagramOld Soul Vintage Attire and Records
106 N. Main St.,Mansfield, 419-522-2313
The newest retailer to hit downtown Mansfield, Old Soul Vintage Attire and Records is full of throwbacks from the 1940s through the 1980s. The clothing shop doubles as a record store, giving customers an immersive experience.
Photo via mattysutts/InstagramA Signature Antiques & Vintage Clothing
2208 Front St.,
Cuyahoga Falls, 330-922-4528
With clothing and antiques dating back to the 1800s, A Signature Antiques & Vintage Clothing is pretty much the godfather of all vintage. A family owned business since 1996, A Signature truly is a landmark.
Photo via A Signature Antiques & Vintage/FacebookThe Steam Trunk
16 S Highland Ave., Akron
For those in a 1920s-adventurer-type mood, The Steam Trunk is the place to go. This men’s boutique houses all the Captain Morgan-drinking-rum energy you’re missing from your day-to-day.
Photo via mr.mattshaw/FacebookThriftique Showroom
5055 Richmond Rd., Bedford Heights, 216-378-2264
The euphoria in knowing you snagged a good deal is hard to describe. With affordable vintage clothing and furniture, Thriftique is one of the places where that feeling is abundant.
Photo via thrifitiqueshowroom/InstagramVintage Apparel: Made in Cleveland
1782 Coventry Rd., 248-535-3162
A mid-century masterpiece, Vintage Apparel:Made in Cleveland features never-before-worn clothes made from knitting mills in the ’60s, ’70s and ’80s. With a wide range of old-school knitwear, Vintage Apparel is the perfect place to get cozy for fall.
Photo via i.f.foundvintage/InstagramWhiskey Grade
20075 Chagrin Blvd
Shaker Heights, 1-877-555-9300?
Whiskey Grade offers a wide selection of vintage clothing, as well as its own “fuel-inspired” line of apparel. The desire to buy a Harley Davidson increases 100 percent upon entering this store.
Photo via roe_boat/InstagramRatsy’s
27 S Main St., Oberlin
A staple of Downtown Oberlin, Ratsy’s is a quirky spot for unusual vintage finds. The store houses novelty goods along with vintage clothing to provide an experience no one is likely to forget.
Photo by Gabrielle GreeneAll Things Great Oberlin
16 South Main St., Oberlin,
Only 1-year-old, All Things Great knows no boundaries for the vintage clothing owners Laurel Kirtz and Kate Harvey sell. For a look into the eclectic world of small town vintage, All Things Great is an excellent place to start.
Photo by Gabrielle GreeneMiranda’s Vintage Bridal
2685 W. 14th St, 216-298-9070
With wedding gowns and party dresses from the early 1900s through the 1980s, Miranda’s Vintage Bridal offers a historic shopping experience. Every gown is custom-tailored for each client, making old dresses shine like new.
Photo via milkshopphotography/InstagramEclectic Eccentric
13005 Larchmere Blvd, Shaker Heights, 216-798-3002
The merchandise at Eclectic Eccentric is pretty self-explanatory given the store name. Those who lay awake at night in fear they’ll be caught wearing the same outfit as someone else can rest easy when they buy a piece at this Shaker Heights haven for the unique.
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