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Best Vintage Stores In Baltimore

There's a certain thrill in spending hours scouring a vintage shop, not knowing what you might find. Perhaps you'll walk out with a deeply discounted designer bag or the perfect look for an 80s-themed party. Whether you're hunting for treasure or just in need of a pair of jeans, Baltimore has plenty of shops hawking vintage wares. Check out these five stores in Baltimore for your vintage shopping.
Hunting Ground
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Hunting Ground
3649 Falls Road
Baltimore, Md. 21211
(410) 243-0789
www.shophuntingground.com

Hunting Ground has been selling vintage wares out of a restored Hampden church since April 2012. It will buy clothing, but it must be 20 years or older. If you choose to sell, you will receive 30 percent of the sale price. Hunting Ground carries vintage clothes for men and women. You can follow Hunting Ground on Facebook and Instagram for updates, including sales and photos of new arrivals.

Related: Best Vintage Clothing Shops In Baltimore

Minas
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Minás Boutique
815 W. 36th St.
Baltimore, Md. 21211
(410) 732-4258
www.minasgalleryandboutique.com

Artist Minás Konsolas was born in Greece and attended the Maryland Institute, College of Art. He owns Minás Gallery and Boutique, where poets and vintage shoppers converge. The gallery is located above the clothing shop. The boutique features local crafts alongside vintage men's and women's clothing and accessories. Located along Hampden's famed 36th Street, Minás Boutique is suited for an eclectic array of shoppers. Visit Minás' Facebook page to be updated with store news and new attire.

Fashion Attic
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Fashion Attic
1926 Fleet St.
Baltimore, Md. 21231
(410) 276-0817
www.thefashionattic.com

The Fashion Attic, located in Baltimore's Fells Point neighborhood, houses clothing from current brands like Banana Republic, J. Crew and Coach, as well as vintage finds. It serves as a consignment shop where sellers receive 40 percent of the profit. After 60 days in-store, clothing that doesn't sell is returned to the seller or donated to shelters. Fashion Attic currently only sells women's clothing and accessories. Follow Fashion Attic's blog and Facebook and Twitter accounts to stay updated on what's in store. Note that the shop is closed on Mondays.

Related: Best Places For Discount Designer Jeans In Baltimore

The Wise Penny
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The Wise Penny
5902 York Road
Baltimore, Md. 21212
(410) 435-3244
http://www.jlbalt.org/?nd=support_wisepenny

Owned and run by the Junior League of Baltimore, The Wise Penny sells gently used and vintage clothing at low prices. The Wise Penny has been operating since 1970 and all proceeds benefit the Junior League. The Wise Penny was honored by the City Paper in 2012 with the "Best Designer Thrift Store" award. Check out the sales and events page to keep up with current deals and follow the shop on Facebook and Twitter. Like Fashion Attic, The Wise Penny is closed on Mondays.

Killer Trash
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Killer Trash
602 South Broadway
Baltimore, Md. 21231
(410) 675-2449
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Killer-Trash/

Killer Trash in Fells Point has been named the best vintage shop by several Baltimore media outlets. The small space is packed, so patience is key while sifting through the inventory, but you'll find new and vintage finds alike. Shoppers have comments on the great vintage jewelry finds and Killer Trash is also the place to piece together a fantastic Halloween costume. Reportedly, John Waters is a fan of the shop.

Renee Libby Beck spends her days as a public relations and social media manager for Medifast, Inc. and any spare time that she can find as a freelance writer. Her work has been published in local and national publications. Renee also serves as the Baltimore Food Examiner for Examiner.com.

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