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.

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Cool Thrift Find

Unique secondhand store find featuring a snake-themed wooden side table with a metal snake base and head detail.

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    $6 Goth Baddie Wedding Dress

    Woman wearing a black sequined evening gown, taking a mirror selfie showcasing a stylish secondhand store find.

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    #3

    Look At This Sassy Dish

    Red ceramic creamer with arms on hips displayed as a unique secondhand store find on a white shelf.

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    #4

    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 as secondhand store finds in a thrift shop setting.

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    #5

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

    Vintage folding screen with painted landscape scene, featured among secondhand store finds in a cozy living room setting.

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    #6

    Today’s Find

    Stained glass cat lamp secondhand store find sitting on a metal shopping cart grid surface with power cord attached.

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    #7

    Look At This Frog Coin Purse I Bought

    Green frog-shaped coin purse held in hand, a unique secondhand store find with detailed fabric texture.

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    #8

    Can’t Wait To Over Use These

    Shiny silver shark-themed high heels held in hand with denim jeans in the background, a unique secondhand store find.

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    #9

    I Found The Strawberry Dress Thrifting

    Pink vintage dress with strawberry patterns laid out on a floral bedspread, a perfect secondhand store find.

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    #10

    Best Find Ever!

    Red upholstered armchair with black trim, one of the unique secondhand store finds perfect for stylish home decor.

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    #11

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

    Green Le Creuset cast iron pot with lid, a popular secondhand store find valued for vintage cookware collectors.

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

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    #12

    And This Is Why We Thrift

    Black and white cat sitting next to framed artwork of a cat among cows, a unique secondhand store find displayed indoors

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    #13

    Cutest Thing I Ever Did See

    Colorful embroidered tree artwork with animals and flowers, a unique secondhand store find with intricate embroidery details.

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    #14

    Found This Lucky Brand Gem On My Lunch Break

    Purple velvet jacket with decorative buttons, a stylish secondhand store find, displayed on a black background.

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    #15

    I Got This Cabinet For 75€

    Vintage green display cabinet with ornate details and glass doors among secondhand store finds and lighting fixtures

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    #16

    All Thrifted Everything

    Cozy living room with secondhand store finds including vintage plants, decor, and furniture creating a charming, inviting space.

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    #17

    I Just Want Someone To Appreciate My Only-Thrifted Closet

    Secondhand store finds featuring vintage clothes, boots, handbags, and accessories neatly organized on racks and shelves.

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    #18

    I Got This Cherry Box For $35

    Close-up of a vintage Midwest of Canton Falls trinket box and a unique cherry-shaped decorative item from secondhand store finds.

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    #19

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

    Woman wearing a floral secondhand dress and matching wedge shoes in a stylish thrift store outfit find.

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    #20

    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, a unique secondhand store find adding charm and light to a room.

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    #21

    Thrifted My Halloween Costume For $5

    Black and gold embellished vintage dress displayed outdoors on a mannequin, a unique secondhand store find.

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    #22

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

    Four stylish secondhand store finds showcased in a classroom setting featuring trendy clothing and accessories.

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    #23

    Found (Part Of) My Unicorn!

    Vintage red glass strawberry salt and pepper shakers with ornate silver stands from secondhand store finds.

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    #24

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

    Two people taking a mirror selfie showcasing secondhand store finds with denim outfit and casual accessories in a hallway.

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    #25

    Le Creuset Braiser $14

    Yellow enameled cast iron pot with lid slightly open, a secondhand store find in a kitchen setting

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    #26

    The Magic Of Leather Conditioner

    Worn leather boots in two different shades showing unique secondhand store finds on a patterned rug next to a wooden table.

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    #27

    Thrifted Fit Of The Day!

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

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    #28

    My Most Prized Thrift Find Yet

    Green ceramic cabbage candy dish found at secondhand store, shown closed and open with assorted candy inside.

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    #29

    Thrifted My Perfect Everyday Purse For $7

    Black Kate Spade handbag displayed indoors, a stylish secondhand store find with classic design and gold logo detail.

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    #30

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

    Vintage wooden rolling cart with ornate gold trim and floral inlay, a top secondhand store find worth admiring.

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    #31

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

    Hand holding a vintage oval picture frame with a cream color and small floral patterns, secondhand store finds.

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    #32

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

    Purple ceramic bird with a horn and eye patch, a unique secondhand store find displayed on a black slate surface.

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    #33

    My Find Of A Lifetime At Goodwill

    White KitchenAid stand mixer on wooden table as a notable secondhand store find with price tag visible.

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    #34

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

    Leg lamp with fishnet stocking as a unique secondhand store find displayed indoors.

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    #35

    Looky What I Found!!

    Vintage glass lamp with beaded fringe detail, a unique secondhand store find adding charm to home decor.

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    #36

    My Living Room (All Thrifted)

    Before and after images of a living room transformed with secondhand store finds and vintage furniture pieces.

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    #37

    My Favorite Find By Far! Repair Advice Would Be Appreciated

    Vintage charm necklace with hearts and floral designs, a unique secondhand store find perfect for collectors and fashion lovers

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    #38

    Found This Lavender Silk Reformation Dress At Goodwill

    Woman wearing a light pink dress and beige boots showcasing secondhand store finds in a bedroom mirror selfie.

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    #39

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

    Cozy living space featuring secondhand store finds including vintage wall art, a table lamp, and lush indoor plants.

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    #40

    I Found This Today

    Abstract painting of a woman in a flowing dress, one of the unique secondhand store finds deserving a standing ovation.

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    #41

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

    Woman wearing a beige linen dress, showcasing a stylish secondhand store find in a simple indoor setting.

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    #42

    Had To Share This Amazing Goodwill Find!

    Mid-century wooden record cabinet with glass doors and vintage vinyl collection in a cozy living room setting.

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    #43

    Goodwill, You Can Rot

    Green Le Creuset cast iron Dutch oven on wooden surface, a secondhand store find for cooking enthusiasts.

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    #44

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

    Colorful crocheted blanket displayed, one of the unique secondhand store finds with vibrant patterns and a black background.

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    #45

    Thrift Find Of My Dreams

    Wicker plant stand with floral designs found in a secondhand store, shown empty and with potted plants by a sunny window.

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    #46

    Found This Beauty Today At Goodwill For $10

    Green vintage floor lamp with attached table near window and couch, example of secondhand store finds and unique home decor.

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    #47

    Some Vintage Holland Candlesticks I Grabbed From Salvation Army Today

    Hand holding vintage Bolsius candles with blue floral design in original packaging from a secondhand store find.

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    #48

    Thrifted This Purse Then Painted It

    Blue leather handbag with Campbell’s tomato soup design, a unique secondhand store find on a white bedspread.

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