Vintage wear is making a big comeback, thanks to increased focus on living in a more eco-friendly way and counteracting the waste associated with fast fashion. But it’s not all for the environment! Vintage wear is quality wear. Most vintage clothing was made to last, with higher quality materials and assembly. And let’s not forget that it’s unique and beautiful, with colors, patterns, and cuts that are sure to make you stand out in the crowd.
Whether you’re looking for accessories to pair with your current wardrobe, staple pieces that have stood the test of time, or a showstopper for your next event, check out these great vintage shops! Make your vintage shopping experience even better with a friend or three, and make a day of it as part of a Friend Date Day.
7 Favorite Vintage Shops in the Twin Cities Area
The Golden Pearl Vintage | 507A Hennepin Ave. E, Minneapolis
The Golden Pearl features high-quality and high-style vintage pieces from the 1920s-1990s. With clothing and accessories for women and men, this is the place to find your next vintage favorite. Everything has been carefully cleaned and repaired, making it ready to wear immediately.
Moth Oddities | 13 5th St. NE, Minneapolis
With a large collection of vintage sourced from all over the US and Italy, Moth Oddities is the place to find unique, high-quality pieces and kitschy vintage tees and home decor. They have also expanded and proudly partner with local artists to feature their work and collections.
Olio Vintage | 21 5th St NE, Minneapolis
Olio is a vintage collective, featuring the collections of multiple vintage retailers together at one great shop. With mens and womens fashion, outerwear, home goods, local art, and a rotating collection of vintage vinyl records, Olio has something for everyone.
Tandem Vintage | 316 W 38th St, Minneapolis
This adorable shop’s tagline is “Joy For Your Closet,” and it lives up to this motto! Focusing on fashion from the 1950s through 1990s, you’ll find joyful color and prints galore! They also stock local brands in the shop which are all BIPOC-, LGBTQIA-, or woman/nonbinary-owned businesses. All are welcome in this joyful vintage shop.
Rewind Vintage | 2852 Johnson St. NE, Minneapolis
If you’re looking for variety, this is the place to be! With fast turnover, there is always something new and different at Rewind. They specialize in vintage + contemporary mix with TONS of accessories to pull together your look.
Lula Vintage | 1587 Selby Avenue, St. Paul
Lula rotates their offerings seasonally, meaning you’re sure to find something you’ll want to wear now! Lula Vintage selects pieces for men and women that are at least 25 years old. Every item in the store has been cleaned and is ready to wear. Their high-quality pieces are sure to catch your eye.
Go Vintage | 955 West 7th St., St. Paul
Go Vintage has a large selection of mens and womens vintage clothing from the 1890s to the 1980s! With a wide selection of vintage clothing, accessories, luggage and more, you’re guaranteed to find something unique.
**BONUS! While not a singular storefront, for amazing vintage finds check out:
Minnapolis Vintage Market | Various Locations
The Minneapolis Vintage Market is a once-a-month marketplace at different locations around Minneapolis featuring 40+ rotating vendors that specialize in vintage clothing, accessories, and home goods. This market has free general admission and is open to the public. Want a jump on the good stuff? Buy an Early Bird ticket for $10 for an hour of shopping before the market opens!
