It’s Official, We’re in the Golden Age of Thrifting!

In 2022, there’s no doubt that we’re living in the golden age of thrifting. With everyone from our favourite celebrities to Instagram and TikTok accounts dedicated to thrifting, it feels that the fashion universe has embraced the vintage clothing treasure hunt.

The reality is that there’s so much fun to be had with thrifting clothes. Buying vintage clothes is usually cheaper, more environmentally friendly and gives you a unique look. With hundreds of vintage clothing stores in every province and even more online, the options are truly endless.
 
Not sure where to start? Here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the Golden Age of Thrifting!

Endless Options for a Unique Wardrobe

While Marie Kondo inspired households across the world to get rid of their old junk, thrift stores all over are thanking her for the wave of vintage clothes that won’t stop coming.

With social media stars showing how popular vintage clothes are, it seems that everyone is raiding their grandparent's closets for retro options to wear, sell, and even donate. That’s why some stores have seen donations skyrocket over recent years, creating the perfect storm for vintage treasure hunters.

If you’ve ever walked into a Goodwill or a local thrift store, you’re likely used to the wall-to-wall racks of endless amounts of clothing. The best part about thrifting is shoppers seemingly find infinite number of options. Even better, new inventory comes in every week so there are always new pieces to check out!

Opening the Door for Creativity

With endless options, thrift store shoppers have access to numerous styles and designs from every decade. The golden age of thrifting is truly a paradise for the creative fashionista!
 
With pieces from every decade and fashion trend from the last 80 years, thrift stores allow shoppers to mix and match items to create a unique wardrobe. Maybe you want to match stone-washed denim with psychedelic patterns from the 60s, or pair retro Hawaiian button-downs with vintage bathing shorts. Whatever you’re inspired to create, there are really no wrong answers!

Affordable Clothes Guaranteed to Impress

The biggest draw to thrifted clothing is the price. When newly branded t-shirts and jeans are costing more than $50-$70, finding a retro outfit for under $20 can give shoppers an adrenaline rush.
 
Buying vintage clothes is a great option for themed parties and other one-time events. Rather than buying new expensive items to dress up for your next 70s themed Roller-Disco party, head to a vintage clothing store and actually buy clothes from the 70s!
 
Retro clothes also offer shoppers an affordable option for today’s popular brands. Rather than dropping big bills on a new Adidas tracksuit or oversized Champion sweater, you can find vintage versions of these trends for a fraction of the price. At vintage clothing stores like Vibn Vintage, shoppers have hundreds of options to find their favourite brands in vintage styles and discontinued colours from the past.

Helping Local Business 

If you’re not already inspired to head to your local thrift store, another reason to start thrifting is that you’re helping small and local businesses. Rather than buying brand new, expensive clothes from name-brand stores, vintage clothes shopping at your local thrift store will help local businesses.
 
The fun in thrift stores is that they’re constantly changing. Unlike stores at the mall where fashion only changes 4 times a year, your local thrift store gets new pieces every week! Additionally, where every mall might carry the same items, every vintage clothing store is different from the next!

Saving the Planet (and not just your checking account)

Ok, if you’re not convinced yet, this should do it! Buying vintage clothes is better for the environment! The fashion industry is one of the biggest polluters in the world, and they’re not slowing down. One way to be kinder to mother earth (and save a buck) is by buying clothes from thrift stores.
 
By upcycling retro clothes into new looks, you’re giving these clothes a second life. Since they’ve already been made, you’re not harming the earth and you’re keeping more clothes out of the landfills.

Enjoying the Golden Age of Thrifting

With thrift stores breaking at the seams with new clothes every week and super affordable prices, it’s no wonder that everyone has been thrifting their clothes recently. Luckily, the trend doesn’t seem to be slowing down. This gives shoppers the chance to enjoy cheap and stylish clothes from a variety of fashion trends and decades.
 
If you’re looking to spruce up your wardrobe with some unique looks, you must head over to Vibn Vintage, where they have retro looks that’ll make your friends and parents jealous!