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Some do it for the thrill of the hunt, others to fight corporate waste. A few go in simply to pass the time because they have a spare hour. But regardless of why you're there, every once in a while, a secondhand store might surprise you in a way the mall never could. That was made abundantly clear to us by the subreddit r/Thrifting. It unites 27,000 people who are constantly sharing their experiences, advice, and, of course, pictures of their proudest finds. Here are the ones that received the most attention among the members.

#1

Cool Thrift Find

Metal snake table base with wooden top found in secondhand stores delivering cool, unexpected surprises for home decor.

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Multa Nocte
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1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh, I would LOVE this!!!!!!!

sbj
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35 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd keep this in the entrance hall and see how many visitors jump out of their skin

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    #2

    Look At This Sassy Dish

    Red speckled ceramic teapot with arms on hips on a store shelf showing cool secondhand store surprise.

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That one has a spicy little attitude about it.

    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm the lil fuc/ing teapot you all want!!!

    Wagner
    Community Member
    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ugh, the cuteness factor!!!🙂

    GenuineJen
    Community Member
    22 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have this in white!!🤍

    #3

    Found My Wedding Dress For $150!

    Person wearing an elegant embroidered wedding dress found in a secondhand store with cool, unexpected surprises visible.

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    LB
    Community Member
    12 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is actually another show where it's second hand or samples, don't exactly remember, but it's for people that don't have a ton of money, called "I found the gown."

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    #4

    Needed A Way To Hide My Art Corner - Found This Double Sided Van Gogh Divider

    Decorative room divider with Van Gogh inspired painting found in secondhand stores delivering cool surprises.

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    #5

    $6 Goth Baddie Wedding Dress

    Woman wearing a black formal gown with intricate beaded patterns found at a secondhand store surprise.

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    #6

    Best Find Ever!

    Red vintage-style armchair with black trim found in a secondhand store, showcasing unexpected cool furniture surprise.

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    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG! My son, 23, has Autism & this is his most favorite chair/show!!!!!🩵💙🩵💙🩵💙💙

    Littlemiss
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    43 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Steve's chair!!!

    #7

    I Got This Cherry Box For $35

    Small vintage cherry trinket box found at secondhand stores, showcasing cool and unexpected collectible surprises.

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    #8

    My Most Prized Thrift Find Yet

    Green ceramic cabbage container filled with candy, a cool secondhand store surprise found unexpectedly.

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    #9

    Today’s Find

    Stained glass cat lamp found at secondhand store delivering cool unexpected surprises on metal shopping cart.

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oooh, I think several of us would arm wrestle over this!

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    #10

    All Thrifted Everything

    Cozy living room filled with secondhand store finds including vintage plants, decor, and unique unexpected surprises.

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    #11

    The Magic Of Leather Conditioner

    A pair of mismatched leather boots found at secondhand stores showing cool, unexpected surprises in footwear.

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    #13

    Outfits I Thrifted When I Was Substitute Teaching While Finishing Grad School

    Woman showcasing stylish outfits from secondhand stores, highlighting cool and unexpected fashion surprises indoors.

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    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    54 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🩵👕the teal sweater & super cute matchy bottoms!!!!!!!!!!!

    Jane
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    20 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cute outfits but I would not want to teach standing all day in those pink sandals.

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    #14

    Found This Lucky Brand Gem On My Lunch Break

    Vintage purple velvet jacket with ornate buttons found in secondhand stores delivering cool, unexpected surprises.

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    #15

    I Found The Strawberry Dress Thrifting

    Pink dress with strawberry patterns laid out on a floral secondhand store bed, showcasing cool unexpected surprises.

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    #16

    I Got This Cabinet For 75€

    Vintage green wooden cabinet with decorative glass doors displayed in a secondhand store with lamps above.

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    #17

    Look At This Frog Coin Purse I Bought

    Hand holding a small green frog-shaped coin purse, an example of cool, unexpected surprises from secondhand stores.

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    #18

    My Favorite Find By Far! Repair Advice Would Be Appreciated

    Vintage heart charm necklace found at a secondhand store, showcasing cool and unexpected jewelry surprises.

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    #19

    Visited A Thrift Shop While Traveling And My Wife Found This Denim Jumpsuit That Fit Her Perfectly

    Two people posing in a hallway mirror selfie wearing casual outfits showcasing cool secondhand store finds.

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    #20

    Made Eco-Friendly Bridesmaid Proposal Baskets Entirely Secondhand

    Baskets filled with various secondhand store finds including ceramics, books, and vintage trinkets offering unexpected surprises.

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    Upstaged75
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    1 hour ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been a bridesmaid 3 times. No one ever proposed or gave me a gift basket. They just asked. 🤷‍♀️

    Ru Bee
    Community Member
    31 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd prefer that over being given this tat!

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's a bridesmaid proposal basket?

    Littlemiss
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    43 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only hope it was stuff they wanted, not just stuff the bride liked and decided this will do

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    #21

    Thrifted My Perfect Everyday Purse For $7

    Black Kate Spade handbag found at a secondhand store, showcasing a cool and unexpected fashion surprise.

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    #22

    My Living Room (All Thrifted)

    Empty room before and cozy living room after with vintage furniture, showcasing secondhand stores cool, unexpected surprises.

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    #23

    Started Off 2025 Right! Look At This Vintage Set I Found For Only $90 At My Local Thrift Store

    Vintage wooden vanity and dresser with intricate designs displayed in a secondhand store offering cool, unexpected surprises.

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    #24

    Some Vintage Holland Candlesticks I Grabbed From Salvation Army Today

    Hand holding a vintage Bolsius candle package with decorative blue floral patterns found at a secondhand store.

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    #25

    Thrifted My Halloween Costume For $5

    Black and gold embellished vintage dress displayed outdoors, showcasing secondhand stores cool unexpected surprises fashion find.

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    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    40 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My problem is the dresses I really want are never my size (mind you, I find plenty I do like to fill my wardrobe)

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    #26

    I Just Want Someone To Appreciate My Only-Thrifted Closet

    A colorful collection of clothes, boots, and accessories neatly organized in a secondhand store with cool unexpected finds.

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    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    58 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More than appreciated! 🧡🪭✨️

    #27

    Idk If Yard Sales Count… But Scored This For $10

    Green Le Creuset cast iron pot found at secondhand store with surprising vintage made in France mark on base

    Pretty stoked. Been wanting to get one and this caught my eye driving down my suburb. Great shape inside too.

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    MoMcB
    Community Member
    12 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter got me a red one in a second hand shop near us.

    Littlemiss
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    41 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so jealous

    #28

    I Bought A Picture Frame And I Just Realized It Looks Like A Toilet Seat

    Hand holding a vintage oval frame with small floral patterns, showcasing cool secondhand store finds and surprises.

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    #29

    Found (Part Of) My Unicorn!

    Vintage strawberry salt and pepper shakers with silver tops and ornate holder from secondhand stores surprises collection

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    #30

    Had To Share This Amazing Goodwill Find!

    Vintage wooden cabinet with vinyl records and record player showing cool secondhand store surprises.

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    #31

    Found This On The Side Of The Road In My Neighborhood. My Dream Lamp!!! With Matching Table Lamp And All Peices! I Am Over The Moon

    Vintage floral floor lamp with red glass shades found in a secondhand store delivering cool, unexpected surprises.

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    Littlemiss
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    40 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh that is divine

    #32

    Cutest Thing I Ever Did See

    Framed embroidered artwork of a tree with colorful animals and insects found in secondhand stores cool surprises.

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    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    43 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶I really love your peaches, wanna shake your tree🎵

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    #33

    Thrifted Outfit! Matching Dress And Shoes Are Totally Different Brands Found At Different Locations

    Woman showing a floral dress and matching secondhand store shoes, highlighting cool unexpected thrift store finds.

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    #34

    And This Is Why We Thrift

    Black and white cat sitting beside a secondhand store framed painting of a similar cat with cows on a green hill.

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    #35

    Goodwill, You Can Rot

    Green Le Creuset cookware found in secondhand stores, showcasing cool and unexpected secondhand store surprises.

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    LB
    Community Member
    8 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Confused by the caption?

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    #36

    I Found This Today

    Delicate artwork of a woman in a flowing dress found as a cool, unexpected secondhand store surprise.

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    #37

    Found This Beauty Today At Goodwill For $10

    Vintage green floor lamp with built-in table, next to a wicker couch and window, showcasing secondhand store finds.

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    #38

    Both Dress And Coat Thrifted!

    Woman wearing a stylish secondhand outfit with a white dress and teal tights under warm glowing outdoor lights at night.

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    #39

    My Find Of A Lifetime At Goodwill

    White KitchenAid stand mixer on wooden table in secondhand store with shopping cart in background and price tag visible

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    LB
    Community Member
    6 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whaaaat 😱 can't tell how much it cost though

    #40

    Thrifted This Purse Then Painted It

    Blue handbag with Campbell's Tomato Soup design laying on a white sheet, an example of secondhand stores cool surprises.

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    #41

    The Thrift Blessed Me Today!

    Folded vintage The Cranberries band T-shirt on a carpet, showcasing a cool secondhand store surprise find.

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    #42

    Couldn’t Leave It Behind! Fun Bar Cart That I’m Going To Use As A Side Table Possibly?

    Vintage wooden bar cart with brass accents and floral inlay found in a secondhand store as a cool, unexpected surprise

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    #43

    Looky What I Found!!

    Vintage beaded lamp found in secondhand stores delivering cool, unexpected surprises on a kitchen countertop.

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    LALALand
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    57 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jelly fish lamp

    #44

    Thrift Find Of My Dreams

    Wicker shelving unit with floral design found at a secondhand store holding various potted plants by a sunlit window.

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    #45

    I Present To You All; The One Horned One Eyed Flying Purple People Feeder!

    Purple ceramic bird with a unicorn horn and eye patch, a cool unexpected surprise found at a secondhand store.

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🎶 (We wear short shorts) Friendly little people eater - What a sight to see! 🎶

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    #46

    How To Avoid “Master Has Given Dobby A Sock, Dobby Is Free” Vibes With Thrifted Linen Dress?

    Person wearing a long beige dress found at secondhand stores, showcasing cool and unexpected fashion surprises.

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    #47

    Found This Lavender Silk Reformation Dress At Goodwill

    Woman wearing a vintage dress in a bright bedroom, showcasing cool unexpected secondhand store finds.

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    #48

    My Room, All Thrifted

    Cozy bedroom featuring vintage decor and secondhand store finds with warm lighting and retro-style furnishings.

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    Dog Mom to Zoe
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    4 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing to my liking but man oh man, they did it well.

    LALALand
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    55 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Super 70s, love it

    #49

    First Time Thrifting For Home Decor, Couldn't Be Happier With The Result!

    Cozy home corner with secondhand store art tapestry, wooden cabinet, table lamp, and green plants adding vintage charm.

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    #50

    Do Yard Sale Thrifts Count? Found At My Local City Wide Today For $4!

    Colorful crocheted blanket with floral patterns found at secondhand stores delivering cool, unexpected surprises.

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    #51

    Le Creuset Braiser $14

    Yellow enameled cast iron pot with lid slightly open, a cool secondhand store find on a kitchen stove.

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    #52

    $40 At My Local Thrift Store

    Plush purple tufted ottoman found at a secondhand store, showcasing cool and unexpected vintage furniture surprises.

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    Leanne Hailes
    Community Member
    36 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Prince vibes; again & loooove it!!!🍇🫐🪻💜

    #53

    My White Whale

    Vintage floral table lamp found at a secondhand store with brass base and decorative glass panels in a thrift shop setting.

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    Rose the Cook
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These were so trendy from Copper Art in Australia at one stage. Everybody had at least one.

    Huddo's sister
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    41 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My brother and sister had one in heir shared room when they were little but it ended up breaking. My sister was so nostalgic about it she kept the shade and then bought another at an op shop and swapped shades.

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    #54

    "That Is The Ugliest Lamp I Have Ever Seen In My Entire Life"...in A Seattle Goodwill

    Lamp with a fishnet stocking covered leg base in a secondhand store offering cool, unexpected surprises.

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    Peeka_Mimi
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    48 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's Italian.

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    #55

    Everything Thrifted!

    Orange handbag placed on wooden table with person wearing orange coat and black shoes nearby, reflecting secondhand store finds.

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    #56

    A Vintage Wedding Dress Thrifted For 10$

    Woman wearing a vintage wedding dress found in secondhand stores, smiling in a cozy living room setting.

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    Multa Nocte
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    1 hour ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just like a princess!

    Dog Mom to Zoe
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    1 minute ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like it. I would, however, remove the 'puffy' portion of the sleeves but keep the rest as is. It really is pretty

    #57

    Thrifted Fit Of The Day!

    Woman taking mirror selfie wearing a secondhand store dress with abstract face print and a denim jacket in a bedroom.

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