Value Village is no ordinary thrift store. As a leader and pioneer in the retail thrift industry we're a place where people from all backgrounds love to shop for great selection, deals, and treasures. And because, truly - there is adventure in the Value Village experience.
Over our 54 year history, shoppers have come to expect fun and surprise with each visit to our stores. We make it easy to find bargains on every aisle and our stores are filled with current looks, authentic vintage finds, housewares, collectibles, furniture and unexpected treasures at every turn. Thousands of items arrive every day through our many nonprofit alliances so no two shopping trips are ever the same. Our incredible inventory includes not only unique, quality used items - but new merchandise as well, including closeouts on great items not found at other thrift stores.
Website: www.valuevillage.com
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Favourite Location(s): Rogers Road, 605 Rogers Road |
Wilson, 1030 Wilson Ave. |
Vaughan, 101 Northview Blvd. |
Steeles, 1520 Steeles Avenue West
I've been to several thrift shops - Salvation Army, Goodwill, Black Market, etc but none of them are as clean as Value Village! I used to think 'donated goods' were always gross old stuff nobody wanted anymore, but Value Village totally changed that view point of mine quickly!
They carry clothing, bed & bath, housewares/electronics, furniture, books, shoes, etc and the occasional stuff such as: halloween & christmas. I would say it's much like
Winners. I'm only 18 and don't have much need for houseware items and go only for shoes/clothing. Most of the items vary greatly from well worn to brand new with tags! I've seen great dining room table sets, sofa sets, great wine glasses etc
As fashion changes quickly these days, so does my taste (I'm sure fashionista's would agree!). I could probably say 60% of my closet is from Value Village! Being a Design student, I REALLY love fashion but just don't have the budge to keep up with everything hehe. Here's a few more higher end priced items I've found:
- Triple 5 Soul Hoodies/Jackets ($5-10/each)
- Citizens of Humanity, Seven for all Mankind, Guess, AX Jeans ($6-10/pair)
- Aritzia line of shirts, jackets ($6-15)
- Designer boots ($7-15)
- Bebe Winter Jacket ($12)
- Brand New Kathy van Zeeland purse ($7)
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The
Roger's Road and
Vaughan location are probably the most clean out of all the locations I've visited (and the newest too!).
When to go? Best days are
Mon-Fri - that's when they put out new items throughout the day, everything 'left over' (not bought) is for the weekend. I don't think I've seen the same shirt twice, so it's best to grab what you want when you see it! ;) There's a 7-day exchange I think, I just know there's no refunds on anything.
Specials?
Coupons & Deals: $2.99 for a 2009 Calender filled with $250 in savings + $50 savings for THIS December!
- 20% off every Tuesday for Seniors!
- 20% off every Wednesday for Students!
Whew! That was a lot to take in, feel free to leave your opinions on the store or thrifting in general as well. This is just coming from a thrifty university student's P.O.V. :)