Thrifting has become an ongoing trend that not only saves money for lots of students, but also helps stop fast fashion. Finding a unique and eclectic piece can be more rewarding to some people than wandering a mall or store looking at racks of duplicated clothing. With spring cleaning happening in a lot of houses, thrift stores are obtaining lots of used goods according to Country Living. Whether you’re looking to donate or find some treasure of your own, here is a curated list of spots in Menomonie you’re almost sure to find something to take home or declutter your own closet.
1230 N Broadway St.
Menomonie, WI 54751
This church-based organization has lots of good clothing items and unique items within their stores. The store, located just off of Broadway Street, has a great mix of clothing and non-clothing items available. The store is very well organized and pretty fairly priced while also providing weekly sticker deals on select items as well as student discounts provided with a valid school ID.
Inventory is vast, with all age ranges having a good selection of clothes of every style and almost every decade. The dressing rooms are a good place to try on some of these curated pieces and are very spacious to accommodate the public. The store has more than just clothes to buy; they have home decor, kitchenware, games, books, select sporting equipment, and a lot of collected and gently used items that are waiting for a new home.
1306 Wilcox St.
Menomonie, WI 54751
Another church-based thrift that has a lot to offer in clothing and miscellaneous items. Located within the Christ Lutheran Church, this small thrift spot only has its uniquely colored doors open Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. With these limited hours, the deals the organization runs are ideal for buyers with items being sold for a few dollars or less. The clothing ranges from children to adults in many different styles and seasonal wear. Their non-clothing items run a bit on the low side, but there are still a lot of great miscellaneous objects to sort through. Their accessory collection is vast with an assortment of bags, purses, shoes, and belts to name some of the great items they usually have in stock.
2500 Hils Ct.
Menomonie, WI 54751
The most commercialized of the three, Goodwill in Menomonie, is a safe bet for a more standard approach to thrifting. Throughout their various locations, the store provides a consistent experience for their buyers as well as a sticker system that has discounts that change on a daily basis. They can provide any college student or member of the public with a diverse shopping experience for a great deal. Their book and gaming selection are broad, with many genres to choose from to take home and enjoy. Clothing is nothing they are lacking in, but their selection can be overwhelming if you don’t know what you are looking for or have the time to sort. The clothes are color-coded but might not have the best sorting in terms of style or seasonality. Regardless, it’s a great place to score some clothes under the retail price or discover an original piece that you can’t find in a commercial store.
