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The Boston area has a decent amount of used clothing at reasonable prices, but this Bostonist has always felt there was a lack of a certain thrift niche. Many places in the area are just a bit too expensive (Second Time Around, The Closet) or too difficult to find nice items in (Goodwill, Urban Renewal). The Garment District and Rescue almost get it right, but the former has a little too much to sift through and the latter not quite enough. Poor Little Rich Girl has some amazing pieces, but it can be hard to find truly "everyday" items there. So the new Buffalo Exchange coming to Davis Square just might hit a secondhand sweet spot. Sure, it's sort of a chain and may horn in on Poor Little Rich Girl's territory, but we think the Exchange's tendency toward the uber-trendy will allow PLRG to hold on to its vintage niche. more ›

Whether your New Year’s resolution is to clean out your closet or expand its contents, local consignment shops are a great resource for thrifty shoppers. more ›