Denim – Despite clean-styled jeans owning the current market, there will always be a place for destructed denim. To the average charity store volunteer, a pair of ripped jeans is a pair of ripped jeans. We found a $325 pair of PRPS jeans ticketed at $10. Go figure.
Vests – Chance of finding a perfect three-piece suit in a thrift store – slim to none. Chance of finding the last intact piece of a three piece suit – likely.
Leather Goods – Thank Tyler Durden for resurrecting the vintage leather market. Approach leather goods with reason as most are not an “everyday” item. We wouldn’t suggest spending more than $150.
Ties – At many high-end charity stores you can find designer neckwear from Zegna and Valentino to Gucci and Ferragamo for about 80% off. The selection is better than you might expect - most thrifters aren’t looking to spend $40 on a tie. We prefer $40 over $200.
The Bottom Line
Effective “thrifting” comes as a result of reasonable expectations. If you aren’t expecting the deal of a lifetime you won’t be disappointed. Inventory changes daily - that Gucci tie is here today, gone tomorrow. That being said, thrift stores are a bit like the lottery – you can’t win if you don’t play.
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