The Massive Thrift Store In Southern California That Takes Nearly All Day To Explore
By Natasha Kayes|Published November 10, 2022
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I was born and raised in sunny Southern California and will never tire of the West Coast, although I spent several years living in Southeast Asia, about as far from California as you can get. Wherever I am in the world, I love straying from the beaten path, experiencing local life, and discovering hidden gems - camera in hand. The beach is my happy place and when I am not there (or writing), you will usually find me baking, watching movies, and cuddling my pugs. I have traveled around the country and around the world, and it never, ever gets old. Being able to combine my passion for travel and my love of writing is nothing short of a dream.
Why spend your time driving from location to location when you can spend it browsing and shopping in one massive store? It may take the better part of a day to get through every area of this massive thrift store in Southern California, but with the vast range of things being up for sale, it really is a one-stop shop. Even better, shopping at this store helps provide community employment, fund charitable programs, and lower landfill dumping. Not bad for a nice day of shopping!
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Los Angeles Thrift Store is a donation-based store and the largest thrift store in Los Angeles.
Clothing for men, women, and children includes everything from dress suits to swimsuits and everything in between. Of course, from the moment you enter this thrift store, it is obvious that clothing is only the beginning.
You will find a plethora of unexpected finds throughout the store, with offerings like rolls of fabric, linens, curtain rods and hardware, and so much more.
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St. Vincent's always has a wide assortment of furnishings and appliances.
You need a new couch, reading chair, or dining table? How about a washer, dryer, air fryer, or blender? Chances are, you will find something just right here.
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Did we mention furniture? Whether you could use a new desk, armoire, curio, or filing cabinet, this store has you covered.
Even as you browse, you can see that the store expands into other rooms on all sides. Keep exploring to find bed frames in every size and new mattresses, outdoor furnishings, etc.
It may seem easy to stroll past large collections of furniture or clothing and think you have seen all the store has to offer, but on every wall and in every corner you will find stashes of deals, both new and second-hand.
Like most thrift stores, there are walls of books, but it doesn't end there. Sort through movies and music too, from CDs to cassette tapes and even vinyl records.
Do you love a good thrift store? Have you ever visited this massive Southern California thrift store? We would love to hear about your experience in the comments. Visit the St. Vincent de Paul of Los Angeles website or Facebook page to learn more about the organization.
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