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Houston’s Best Vintage Stores — When Thrifting Is a Way Of Shopping Life

From the Westheimer Road Staples To More Under the Radar Surprises

By Danielle N. Bartholet //

Cheeky Vintage is one of Houston's best vintage stores.
Cheeky Vintage is one of Houston’s best vintage stores.

Though many people may not realize it, Houston is an underrated city to thrift in. Fun, and unique Houston vintage stores abound, giving classic clothes the chance to shine — again.

Whether you are totally new to the world of vintage shopping or an experienced thrifter, it never hurts to have a guide. Here are the Best Vintage Stores in Houston:

1. Pavement

Montrose

1657 Westheimer Rd
Houston , TX 77006  |  Map

 

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Pavement

This is one of the many thrift stores located on Westheimer Road in Houston, but Pavement stands out. This Houston vintage shop specializes in Y2K style fashion pieces. Focused on sustainability and reducing clothing waste, the selection is robust, especially in the shoe department – with everything from boots to heels to funky sandals.

The scarf selection is also one to swoon over. In fact, Pavement is great for shopping for accessories to complete any look. 

 

2. Leopard Lounge

Montrose

1639 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77006  |  Map

 

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Leopard Lounge

This retro haven is full of cheetah print carpeting and plush red velvet seating. Leopard Lounge is a landmark among the group of vintage and thrift stores on Westheimer Road, mainly for its leopard print painted and neon signed exterior.

It is a great place to go for goods from and inspired by mainly the 1970s and 1980s, though there is a fine selection of 2000s-era items to look through as well. 

3. Couture Blowout

Montrose

2439 Bissonnet St
Houston , TX 77005  |  Map

 

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Couture Blowout is one of Houston's best vintage stores.

The pieces that make up Couture Blowout’s stock are bright and unique. They make for standout pieces in any wardrobe. This is more luxury and collectible vintage, with Couture Blowout trying to give clothes a second life through careful restoration. Couture Blowout’s playful, fun atmosphere helps this Houston vintage store stand out.

4. More Than You Can Imagine

Montrose

2817 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77098  |  Map

 

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More Than You Can Imagine

This should be on your thrifting itinerary if you’re looking for more high-end vintage finds, especially handbags and shoes. Sophistication is the name of the game at More Than You Can Imagine. Designer brands abound and it is easy to feel like you’ve stumbled upon a treasure.

5. Cheeky Vintage

River Oaks

2134 Richmond Ave
Houston, TX 77098  |  Map

 

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Cheeky Vintage is one of Houston's best vintage stores.

Cheeky Vintage is one of Houston's best vintage stores.

Hit up this bungalow shop in River Oaks for some glamorous gowns and thoughtfully curated vintage pieces. Cheeky Vintage’s picks are full of color, life and fun patterns that stand out. Wearing vintage is all about self expression and this Houston thrift store gets that in spades.

6. The RealReal

Montrose

888 Westheimer Rd Ste 153
Houston, TX 77006  |  Map

 

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The RealReal Houston

Located in the Montrose Collective mixed-use land, The RealReal utilizes a data driven system to keep interesting vintage items in constant circulation based on what people are most likely to buy at a given time. Come here for the hard to find, high-dollar vintage clothes. But there are some deals to be had if you thrift right.

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