Thrift Shopping in Vero Beach
Now that the thrifting craze is sweeping the country, you’d better be on your toes if you want to load your trunk with hidden treasures! You’ve gotta know where to shop and what places are worth your time. That’s where we come in. We’re happy to share our very favorite stores with you!
Luckily, we’re in Florida, which is a bargain hunting mecca.
Vero Beach, on the Treasure Coast, hosts some remarkable thrift shops, each location with unique finds. Put some gas in the car, pack a snack and get ready for a fun day of thrifting!
1619 10th Ave.
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
(772)562-0017
This is one of our all-time favorite spots! It’s a small jewel box of a store, but if the timing is right you can totally score designer clothing, furniture, pottery, and lamps. They have a great selection of men’s preppy clothing too (which Tommy loves). Tuesday is opening day and thrifters line up early at the door, eager to be the first to scope the place out. Cheery volunteers add to the ambiance… helping to find a matching shoe or helping you to your car with a piece of furniture. Always on the hunt for another pair of Ferragamo shoes, Mom can’t stay out of this place!
The Vibe: Upscale, boutique-style, merch displayed well, easy to shop
The Finds: Set of Fitz and Floyd plates, pair of rattan chairs, colorful silk designer scarf, vintage floral curtains (I use the fabric to make large throw pillows!)
Goodwill (Across the street from Tambourine Thrift Shop)
1551 US Hwy 1
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
(772) 770-3330
It’s no secret that sunny Florida attracts retirees from around the world and as people downsize their homes the thrift stores get more merchandise. This Goodwill is the go-to thrift shop for donating unwanted items in Vero. There’s a constant stream of diverse merchandise coming in throughout the day and furniture trucks drop off twice weekly. A seasoned thrifter can always find something good in this place. Word to the wise: don’t skip out on the bins above the racks of clothes, those items often get overlooked. I once found a vintage Liberty floral handkerchief, still in its packaging. There’s a huge selection of clothing and furniture. Open on Sundays and weekdays, the lights are on until 8 pm for you after-dinner thrift shoppers!
The Vibe: Clean clothing merchandised by colors (I love when they do that), friendly staff, and dressing rooms (to avoid the sideways looks you get while trying on an evening gown over your clothes….always a plus!)
The Finds: Brighton-Style rattan chair, faux coral statement necklace, cabbage leaf pottery from Portugal, vintage caned settee
VNA Hidden Treasures Thrift (10 minutes from the Goodwill)
656 21 St. Street
Vero Beach, Florida 32960
Tons of clothing and accessories and a great selection of furniture and lamps. Love, love, love their HALF PRICE OFF on all clothing sale every Monday! (Question: Should you spend half as much or buy double the merch?) Open from 9 am to 7 pm for the die-hard thrifter!
The Vibe: Friendly, helpful staff, large store, dressing rooms, constant donations
The Finds: Pair of Asian-style antique chairs, Chic John Stuart chests, wicker island-style chair, decorator lamps
Indian River Habitat for Humanity Thrift Re-Store (Driving north approx 10 minutes on US Hwy 1)
4580 US Hwy 1
Vero Beach, Florida 32967
(772) 257-0222
Huge warehouse-style store with loads of furniture, lamps, artwork, electronics, household items, washer, dryers, and salvaged building materials. Make sure you take your best furniture-hauling vehicle or you’ll regret it!
Vibe: Clean, friendly staff, merch well displayed, easy to shop
Sightings: Herman Miller mid-century desk, bamboo chandelier, designer sofas
Findings: Ming-Style Baker coffee table, glass top brass table, set of vintage wheat sheath tables, Glam decorator mirror!