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Vintage shopping in North America

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    Uncommon Objects

    'Curious oddities' is what they advertise at this quirky antique store that sells all manner of fabulous knickknackery, all displayed with an artful eye.

    reviewed

  2. Everything Goes Clothing

    In Staten Island, Ganas – a rare NYC commune of about 90 people – runs one of NYC’s best-kept shopping secrets: a collection of vintage shops called Everything Goes. Run as cooperatives, each location specializes in a different sort of item: there’s Everything Goes Clothing (718-273-7139; 140 Bay St; 10:30am-6:30pm Tue-Sat); Everything Goes Book Café (718-447-8256; 208 Bay St; 10am-7pm Tue-Thu, 10am-10pm Fri & Sat, noon-5pm Sun); and Everything Goes Furniture & Gallery (718-273-0568; 17 Brook St; 10:30am-6:30pm Tue-Sat), which features eclectic artwork, antiques and collectibles. For directions to each store, which are all within walking distance from the Staten…

    reviewed

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    Decades & Decades Two

    Industry stylists and celebs love Cameron Silver's knack for digging up rare '60s and '70s couture and accessories by such design legends as Pucci, Courrèges, Paco Rabanne and Chanel. His recently expanded style salon also includes Decades Two, where the focus is on barely worn contemporary styles that may include Jimmy Choo heels, Stella McCartney jackets, Prada totes and Marc Jacobs skirts.

    reviewed

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    The Attic

    Be mesmerized by fabulous hats and wigs, hippie-chic clubwear and lounge-lizard furnishings at Vegas' best vintage store.

    reviewed

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    Resurrection

    A boudoir to the eye, Resurrection is a sleek and pricey red-walled boutique that gives new life to cutting-edge designs from past decades. Striking, mint-condition pieces cover the eras of mod, glam-rock and new-wave design, and well-known designers like Marc Jacobs have visited the shop for inspiration. Top picks include Gucci handbags, Halston dresses and Courrèges jackets.

    reviewed

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    Screaming Mimi’s

    A warm and colorful storefront that just begs to be entered; you’ll find accessories and jewelry up front, and an excellent selection of clothing – organized, ingeniously, by decade, from the ’50s to the ’90s. It’s all in great condition, from the prim, beaded wool cardigans to the suede minidresses and white leather go-go boots.

    reviewed

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    Shareen Vintage

    You'll feel like the ultimate insider journeying down a grimy cul-de-sac to this signless warehouse where Shareen Mitchell wants you looking fab in yesteryear's fashions. If that mod mini is all wrong for you, she'll let you know. Most items sell for between $20 and $45 with some going for $1 to $5 during blowout sales every third Saturday of the month.

    reviewed

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    Edith Machinist

    To properly strut about the Lower East Side, you’ve got to dress the part. Edith Machinist can help you get that rumpled but stylish look in a hurry – a bit of vintage glam via knee-high soft suede boots, 1930s silk dresses and ballet-style flats, with military jackets and weather-beaten leather satchels for the gents.

    reviewed

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    C Madeleine's

    The undisputed queen of vintage Miami, C Madeleine's is more than your standard used-clothes write-off. This is a serious temple to classical style, selling Yves Saint Laurent couture and classic Chanel suits. Come here for the sort of timeless looks that are as beautiful now as when they first appeared on the rack. Located on North Biscayne Blvd about 7.5 miles north of the Design District.

    reviewed

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    El Rincón Trading Post

    This shop dates back to 1909, when German Ralph Meyers, one of the first traders in the area, arrived. Even if you're not looking to buy anything, stop in here to browse through the dusty museum of artifacts, including Indian crafts, jewelry and Old West memorabilia.

    reviewed

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    Divine Decadence Originals

    Never has vintage shopping been so lavish – or so pricey. Akin to stepping into a fairy godmother's walk-in closet – and then some – Divine is filled with gowns befitting Cinderellas and Prince Charmings from every era, all with serious money to spend.

    reviewed

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    Cabaret

    Retrophiles should be sure not to miss this exquisite shop, which features an impressive selection of vintage wear. A fanfare of lace, brocade, tulle and top hats is organized by color and, given the mint condition of each piece, up for grabs at very reasonable prices.

    reviewed

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    Bungalow

    Vintage-loving guys and gals can search this spacious shop for used clothes and furniture, as well as freshly made designs. The uncrowded, well-organized racks are a nice change from many of Kensington's cramped digs, and there's a good selection of vintage boots.

    reviewed

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    Sielian's Vintage Apparel

    Sielian used to sell her frocks on flea markets but now her fan base of artists, stylists and celebs like Lucy Liu can feed their fashion cravings in a neatly kept storefront with dressing rooms. Most items cost between $80 and $200.

    reviewed

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    Black Market Vintage Clothing

    A new paint job and new walls have given the Black Market a facelift, but this Queen Street landmark's still got the same soul. Follow the psychedelic stairway to a mecca for screened T's and retro gear.

    reviewed

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    Black Market Megawarehouse

    Like the name implies, this megabasement is an outlet crammed with less high-end vintage and older printed tees, passed down from its older sister across the street.

    reviewed

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    St Vincent de Paul Thrift Shop

    This ‘Pentagon-sized' thrift shop is the best in town, bar none. And it's just a few doors from Shareen Vintage.

    reviewed

  19. Consign of the Times

    Cute vintage boutique that carries labels as lovely as Gucci (patent-leather shoes!), Von Furstenberg (leather slingbacks!) and Versace (silver bustier!).

    reviewed

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    Attic

    Be mesmerized by fabulous hats and wigs, hippie-chic clubwear and lounge-lizard furnishings at Vegas' best vintage store.

    reviewed

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    Housing Works

    As one shopper put it: 'They have some fabulous s$*t in here.' Welcome to the Hell's Kitchen branch of this much-loved thrift store, where Burberry shirts go for $25 and Joseph suede pants are yours for $40. While it's all about luck, the daily consignments mean a sterling find is never far off. Profits go to helping homeless people living with HIV/AIDS.

    reviewed

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