Fashion trends come and go but everything eventually comes back in style (we’re looking at you, fanny packs!) So, why spend your money on unsustainable goods? Save the world and revive your wardrobe by avoiding the torture of malls, unethically made clothes that will likely dissolve in the wash by going local with these must-shop metro Detroit thrift stops.

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Eldorado General Store 1700 Michigan Ave, Detroit; 313-784-9220 Talk about cutely curated! Eldorado General Store has a precious collection of wares and wearables to upgrade your style. Photo via Website
Regeneration 23700 Woodward Ave., Pleasant Ridge; 248-414-7440 126 East 14 Mile Rd., Clawson, Michigan; 248-589-0500 Regeneration knows a thing or two when it comes to the power of resale. Bring in your used clothes on their drop-off days and trade for cash or store credit. With two locations, Regeneration has the prime selection to update or throwback your look. Photo via Yelp, Kelly S.
Retro Thrift & Another Child 31364 Harper Ave., St Clair Shores; 586-359-2644 This space has recently paired up with Another Child store to expand their inventory to clothe the entire family in hip wares, so there’s something for everyone. Photo via Metro Times
Whoo Upscale Resale For a Cause 119 S Main St., Rochester; 248-656-9946 Talk about fashion with a mission! Whoo Upscale Resale aids families who have suffered financial hardships due to illness. Photo via Yelp, Antonio L.
Hips Resale Boutique 10 South Main St., Clawson; 248-435-2130 Curve’s the word with Hips Resale Boutique which specializes in all the best plus-size brands. Photo via Facebook
Lost and Found Vintage 510 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak; 48-548-6154 Since 2004, Lost & Found Vintage in Royal Oak has been home to an immaculate collection of vintage. With three-floors, a 3,500-square-foot storefront, and a warehouse annex, Lost & Found is a delightful time warp! Photo via Facebook
Finders Keepers Thrift Store 15000 E. Nine Mile Rd.,Eastpointe, Michigan; 586-541-8816 If you’ve got $1.50 to spare, you can score a an entire outfit. Finders Keepers Thrift offers a unique way to shop by selling clothes by the pound. Photo via Yelp, Kelly Pierce
Detroit Threads 10238 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck; 313-872-1777 A spot known for their thick stacks of old school vinyl and cassettes, the iconic space also totes vintage clothing and accessories for the ultimate old school paradise. Photo via Facebook
Virgie Geroux Vintage 7 North Saginaw St Suite 2C, Pontiac; 248-255-5039 Perhaps one of the most impressive collections of designer vintage in the state, Virgie Geroux’s frothy dresses will have your mouth watering for yesteryear. Overwhelmed? Ask store owner Kelly Sykes to style you and you won’t be sorry. Courtesy photo.
Second Glance Resale Shop 20467 Mack Ave., Grosse Pointe Woods; 313 372 5151 18859 E. Nine Mile Rd., Eastpointe; 586 498 5151 31252 Harper Ave., Saint Clair Shores; 586 294 5151 Don’t give Second Glance Resale Shop the once over. This tidy little consignment shop offers up some true treasures. Photo via Second Glance Resale
Blue Velvet Detroit Vintage 1353 Division St., Detroit; 734-231-7272 Though these eclectic collectors are only open on Friday and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., their Instagram hustle is strong and they have the goods to deck you out for any era or occasion. Photo via Instagram, Blue Velvet Detroit
Community Thrift Store 37545 S. Gratiot Ave., Clinton Township; 586-468-6276 Community Thrift is not for the faint of heart nor the impatient shopper. A warehouse-sized thrifting experience will have you leaving with enough goodies to restock your closet for the fraction of the price. Photo via Website
Boro Resale In just one year, the thoughtfully boutiqued and Boro has made it’s mark as a must-shop vintage stop. And good news — they take items on consigment so you can swap, shop, and save. 1440 Gratiot Ave., Detroit; 313-888-9648 Photo via Facebook
Mama Coo’s Boutique 1701 Trumbull Ave., Detroit; 313-404-2543 This boho midtown gem is described as being “groovy” — and it couldn’t be a more fitting description. In addition to vintage goodies, they also carry handmade pieces to freshen up any look. Photo via Twitter, Hajj Flemings
Tekla Vintage 9600 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck; 313-638-2768 Hamtramck is becoming one of hell of a vintage haven and Tekla Vintage is one of the best with their old-world, new-style flaire. Courtesy photo.
Value World Multiple Locations Do not underestimate the power of Value World. Voted the best thrift store by Metro Times’readers, Value World is for the creative and patient shopper as their selection could take hours to sift through. But you’re guarenteed to strike gold. Courtesy photo
Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop 2280 S Industrial Hwy., Ann Arbor; 734-996-9155 At 12,000 sqft, Ann Arbor PTO has an endless bounty of gentley used wearables and decor. And get this — all profits benefit the Ann Arbor Public Schools and its students. Photo via Facebook
Thrift On The Ave 4130 Cass Ave, Detroit; 313-649-7226 A chic midtown location owned by a husband and wife duo offering styles for men and women. Photo via Instagram, triceclark
Jeans vintage 12002 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck; 323-283-4118 Newbies in town. They recently took over an old concert venue in the pursuit of vintage flair at affordable prices. Courtesy photo
The Lowry Estate 23023 Orchard Lake Rd., Farmington Building F, Courtyard Entrance; 917-974-4080 (text) Started in Brooklyn, New York, this new kid on the block specializes in “festive looks from the ’70s-’90s. Photo via Website

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