From sustainability to saving money, secondhand shopping is booming. Here’s why you should shop pre-loved, plus 6 amazing local stores to check out (and giveaways you won’t want to miss!)

Shopping secondhand is more than a trend – it’s a lifestyle choice with big benefits for your wallet, the planet, and your community. Whether you’re hunting for unique fashion finds, home décor with character, or kid essentials at a fraction of the cost, Metro Detroit is home to some incredible local shops that make secondhand shopping easy and fun. In this guide, we’ll cover the top reasons to shop pre-loved and introduce you to six local businesses where you can score amazing treasures. Stick around until the end for exciting giveaways from each shop!

Why Shop Secondhand?

• Reduces your carbon footprint: By reusing and repurposing clothing, furniture, and home goods, you cut down on the demand for new production and help conserve energy and resources.
• Save money: Gently used items cost a fraction of retail, letting you stretch your budget further without sacrificing quality or style.
• Find one-of-a-kind treasures: From vintage pieces to items you can’t find in big-box stores, secondhand shopping offers a chance to discover something unique that tells a story.
• Support local businesses: Many resale and consignment shops are independently owned. Your purchase helps keep dollars in the community and supports entrepreneurs right in Metro Detroit.
• Keep items out of landfills: Extending the life of an item reduces waste and helps create a more sustainable future.

Ready to put these benefits into action? Luckily, Metro Detroit is full of resale and consignment gems that make secondhand shopping exciting, affordable, and meaningful. Below, we’re highlighting six local businesses that not only offer incredible finds but also play a big role in building a more sustainable community.

Closet NV- West Bloomfield

Closet NV is a luxury consignment boutique in West Bloomfield specializing in authentic designer clothing, handbags, shoes, and accessories – all at prices below full retail. Founded in 2009 by Robin Bloom and Lisa Rosenberg, the shop was created to bring a high-end consignment experience to Metro Detroit.

Shoppers will find a curated selection of designer brands, with new inventory arriving daily. Closet NV caters to fashion-forward shoppers who want unique, sustainable pieces, as well as those looking to consign items of their own. The boutique is known for its upscale atmosphere and commitment to selling only authentic designer items.

Address: 6718 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield, MI 48322
Phone: (248) 626-9996
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Website: closetnv.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shopclosetnv/

Dandelion Kids (Bloomfield Township)

Dandelion Kids is a children’s resale and consignment boutique in Bloomfield Township that offers high-quality used and new-with-tags apparel, shoes, and accessories for newborns through teens. They stock favorite brands, rotate inventory daily, and provide a clean, well-organized shopping experience. Parents looking for sustainable fashion finds or an easy way to consign outgrown items will love what Dandelion Kids provides. They also offer online shopping so you can always be on top of the inventory! The shop carries a wide range of sizes (baby to teen), has fitting rooms, a kids’ play corner, and plenty of storefront parking, making visits comfortable for families.

Address: 2519 W Maple Road, Bloomfield Township, MI 48301
Phone: (248) 940-5938
Hours: Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday closed
Website: dandelionkids.shop
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dandelion.kids.consignment/

The Funky Frog (Rochester)

The Funky Frog is a children’s resale boutique in Rochester that carries gently used and new items for kids – secondhand clothing, toys, gear, and more – all curated with style, durability, and affordability in mind. Parents looking for quality pieces for fast-growing kids will appreciate The Funky Frog’s selection (girls and boys sizes, baby through early teens), its focus on clean, well-organized inventory, and the chance to consign items too.

Address: 433 S. Main Street, Rochester, MI 48307
Phone: (248) 656-1937
Hours: Monday–Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM; Sunday closed
Website: thefunkyfrogonline.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefunkyfrogresale/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Reware Vintage (Berkley)

Reware Vintage is a vintage shop in Berkley with a “record store vibe,” specializing in vintage and pop culture-centric apparel (especially t-shirts), accessories, and curated unique pieces that appeal to nostalgia and sustainable fashion. Shoppers who love graphic tees, retro finds, and items that tell a story will find Reware Vintage particularly compelling. The shop has been part of the community for over 20 years and is a destination for anyone who loves sustainable, character-filled fashion.

Address: 2965 Twelve Mile Rd, Ste. 200, Berkley, MI 48072
Phone: (248) 439-0007
Hours: Wednesday–Sunday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Friday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM; Monday–Tuesday closed
Website: rewarevintage.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rewarevintage/

Rotate Boutique (Downtown Birmingham)

Rotate Boutique is a luxury vintage retail and consignment store in Birmingham that curates high-end pre-owned fashion and accessories. They emphasize authenticity, quality, and style, offering items from renowned brands in a boutique-style atmosphere.If you love luxury labels at more accessible prices, or want to consign your own upscale pieces, this is a go-to spot. Their collection includes designer handbags, apparel, shoes, and statement accessories.

Address: 361 E. Maple Rd, Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: (248) 885-8179
Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday–Monday closed
Website: rotateboutique.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rotateboutique/

Sum Girls Boutique (Downtown Berkley)

Sum Girls Boutique is a resale and new-apparel boutique in downtown Berkley offering on-trend, designer, and sustainable style for teens and women of all ages. New arrivals show up daily, and it’s a warm, whimsical space ideal for shopping with friends, moms and daughters, or just treating yourself. They carry higher-end brands and boutique favorites, including options for pre-teens through plus sizes. This is a spot where style meets sustainability in a fun, approachable way.

Address: 3015 Twelve Mile Road, Berkley, MI 48072
Phone: (248) 677-4900
Hours: Wednesday–Friday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM; Sunday–Tuesday closed
Website: sumgirlsboutique.com
Instagram: @sumgirlsboutique

Support Local, Shop Secondhand

Shopping secondhand is good for the planet, good for your wallet, and good for the community. Each of these Metro Detroit shops is doing their part to make sustainable fashion and resale shopping fun, stylish, and accessible.

✨ Insider tip: inventory changes daily, so the best way to score amazing finds is to stop in often. You never know what treasure will be waiting for you next visit!

And to make it even more exciting, we’re giving away gift cards to each of the featured businesses. Simply fill out this Google Form to enter. Want to double your chances? Head over to the Metro Detroit Mommy Instagram page on 9/17 and follow the instructions there for an extra entry!

By supporting these local businesses, you’re not only finding more for less, but also keeping items out of landfills and helping small businesses thrive.

For more money saving tips as the holidays near, check out our Holiday Budget Game Plan here.