Seasons change. Trends resurge. Personal styles evolve.

Our wardrobes are an expression of self. However, constantly buying new clothes can be expensive and costly to the environment.

Thrifting, or shopping at second hand and used stores, is a cheaper, more sustainable way to add flair and function to your closet and home. By doing so, you give new life to unique clothes, books, furniture and more, while donating items that you’ve outgrown instead of sending them to the landfill.

At many thrift stores, a percentage of your purchase directly supports local charities and community projects. Second hand, used and vintage stores often also participate in enriching the community through promoting small businesses and local events.

While Goodwill, Salvation Army and Veteran’s Thrift Stores are plentiful and well-known in San Diego county, there are many more unique second hand stores to explore in the area. I worked hard to find the best, researching and visiting stores across the county, and narrowed it down to a must-see selection of stores.

Here is our list of the 10 best San Diego county second hand stores and thrift shops to explore for books, furniture, clothing and more.

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