Places to Thrift in D.C.

🗓️ April 24, 2026

✍🏾 Alia Holliday

Thrifting in Washington, D.C. is like a mix of fashion and discovery. You are not just shopping, you are searching. Whether you are trying to save money, find unique pieces, or build your personal style, D.C. has a range of thrift and consignment stores that make it easy to get started. The key is knowing where to go and how to look. 

Where to Start

If you are new to thrifting, starting with the right stores makes all the difference. Find the thrift shop that works for you. 

Secondi

1702 Connecticut Ave NW

Second Floor

Washington, DC 20009 

Monday-Saturday: 12pm – 6pm

Sunday: 1pm – 5pm

Secondi is a great shop to visit if you are looking for more upscale or designer pieces. It has been a staple in Dupont Circle for years after opening its doors in 1986. Secondi is known for its mix of classic and trendy items. You can find everything from statement pieces to everyday basics. 

Current Boutique

1318 14th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20005

Mon-Fri: 12:00PM - 8:00PM

Sat: 11:00AM - 8:00PM

Sun: 11:00AM - 6:00PM

Current Boutique is perfect is filled with racks of dresses, tops, jeans, and even workout sets, so it feels more like a regular boutique but at better prices. Their tag is "Pre-loved gems for fashion lovers." If you love fashion and want to be conscious of your wallet, consider stopping in.

Fia's Fabulous Finds

843 Upshur Street, NW, Washington, DC  20011 

Tues-Fri: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Sat: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Fia’s Fabulous Finds is a Black-owned thrift shop that offers a mix of current, bold, and affordable pieces for everyone. You can find shoes, purses, jeans, and accessories, to name a few. Not to mention, there's a $5 basement!

St Albans Church - Opportunity Shop

3001 Wisconsin Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20016

Wed - Sat: 9:30 a.m. -  3 p.m.

St. Albans Opportunity Shop is a great, affordable shop that is worth visiting. It has a mix of clothing, accessories, household items of all kinds at great prices. For students in undergrad who want to save, the Opportunity Shop is an asset. You can have the best items on a budget.

Thrift Shop 'Til You Drop

Thrifting takes patience, but once you get used to it, it becomes easier and fun. You can make a day of it and visit with your friends. 

It helps to go in with an idea of what you want, like a jacket or jeans, so you are not overwhelmed by everything on the racks. At the same time, you should stay open because sometimes the best pieces are the ones you were not even looking for. Thrifting is truly about seeing the potential in pieces.

Thrifting in D.C. is not just about finding clothes, it is about finding pieces that feel like you. It might take a few trips before you really get the hang of it, but that is part of the experience. Be sure to check out the thrift shops thar D.C. has to offer to curate the perfect closet!