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October 2024 by Abigail Spencer
Some neat stuff if you’re really looking but very overpriced. They overflowing with stuff so I image they can’t get rid of it with their prices.
For example, saw this glass jar priced at $15 each when the original Target sticker is still on the bottom for $5. They also had individual wine glasses for $10-15.
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October 2024 by Sabrina Eason
I donated some clothes here today and they were incredibly friendly. I just parked on the side road, walked in and said I had some donations of men’s clothes, and they gave me the tax forms and helped me bring in the bags of clothes from my car. I also was able to donate four pairs of used glasses in a box on the counter! We also enjoy shopping here. Prices aren’t dirt cheap but they are typically reasonable and still much cheaper than retail, one dress I got was 25 dollars with tags and online it was 79 for example. Also picked up some picture frames. And preventing blindness is such a great cause, donate to or shop at this local charity when you get the chance!
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September 2024 by Ethan Harrell
This store has the best prices for a thrift store in the Alexandria area, you will always find something here every time you go.
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September 2024 by Catherine Isabella
I first discovered this thrift shop last year and was delighted to discover proceeds benefit the blind. My mom lost her sight and became legally blind. I’ve shopped there almost weekly (not a reseller) and sometimes it was twice a week. But in the past few months, their pricing has gone way up and there are many items that never move due to pricing (paintings are an example). Considering items are donated, I’m not sure why staff feels they must price gouge used things. The purpose of this store is to raise money for the benefit of others yet they maintain eBay and Etsy prices on things that were clearanced out of departments stores, Talbots, Crate and Barrell, etc at least two seasons ago. And the store is much more cluttered than a year ago.
But what is really bothersome about shopping here is the staff. No one ever says hello and recently the woman (bilingual) working the desk/register acts as if she is bothered if asked a question or to see an item in display case. Not an ounce of politeness from her and 99% of staff.
It’s a shame really. This store could really elevate itself to be in the amazing company of other non-profit thrifts like TWIG down the road. If not for its King Street location and Old Town patrons, I am not certain it would thrive.
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August 2024 by Jennifer S
I would like to see this place ge audited. Seems like a profit store.
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February 2024 by Raiven Everett
Went there as a visually impaired person as I like the mission however the events in which unfolded there today made it so i will never go back. To start I looked at a camera and asked if it worked. To which the worker said "well you can just try it out" so okay I tried couldnt see whatever. Moving on there was a man looking for someone who which they kept trying to kick out for asking for money when he was asking for a name. Then when his cards declined, I offered to pay for his things and got treated like the scum of the earth. Got told "they try to discourage that" as they looked over at him and said "we dont want them coming back and pestering other buyers so if you want to give him money just give him cash outside".
People ask for things in their life and there will always be a time where something is just out of reach... sad a charity based thrift store treated people in need and willing to help like scum...
Wouldn't recommend anymore
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January 2024 by Lylan Sephrine
Went there as a visually impaired person as I like the mission however the events in which unfolded there today made it so i will never go back. To start I looked at a camera and asked if it worked. To which the worker said "well you can just try it out" so okay I tried couldnt see whatever. Moving on there was a man looking for someone who which they kept trying to kick out for asking for money when he was asking for a name. Then when his cards declined, I offered to pay for his things and got treated like the scum of the earth. Got told "they try to discourage that" as they looked over at him and said "we dont want them coming back and pestering other buyers so if you want to give him money just give him cash outside".People ask for things in their life and there will always be a time where something is just out of reach... sad a charity based thrift store treated people in need and willing to help like scum...Wouldn't recommend anymore
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December 2023 by Fee Hopkins
This is one of my favorite shops! You never know what you are going to find but it is always wonderful!
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November 2023 by Bewick Family
Wonderful Charity to help raise funds to Prevent Blindness. We donate many items to good use here feels great to reduce clutter. They take small furniture jewelry mirrors dishes platter’s antiques household goods clothes. Repurpose Second hand is a win win for those that want to reduce trash & help the poor w/o $ or insurance. They always need men’s clothes - high demand.
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November 2023 by Harrison Price
Very nice resale shop - and on ritzy King St in Alexandria’s Old Town neighborhood. Kudos to the owners. Profits go to benefit the Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington.I note a few unfavorable comments nearby from drive by reviewers. From my multiple experiences at this shop I will say to ignore them.
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May 2023 by Kailey W.
I love this little charity shop! They have the best prices and they restock inventory pretty frequently.
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December 2022 by power MASCK
If your looking for thrift stores, I wouldn’t recommend this one. The prices are definitely not thrifty vibes. Everything is basic and overpriced. I’m not being rude, I’m being honest.
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December 2022 by Andrew T.
The clothing selection on the second floor is top notch. The men's selection is a little small, but very well curated and I have never left without finding something great to take home. It's particularly great for finding holiday gifts at a STEEP discount. The selection also rotates so frequently that I stop in any time I am walking around Old Town to see what's new.
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October 2022 by Nicole F.
This place used to be great with a ton of really neat household and vintage items. However, the prices are literally more than what you'd buy for at a non-thrift store. For example, a wooden platter that had the original target price tag for $15 was listed for $20 at look again! Unfortunately I agree with other reviews who say they're trying to price match on eBay instead of offering for what things are actually worth. I even had one instance where the woman realized the brand of something when I was checking out and tried to add $40 to the listed price of $8!! Truly bonkers...
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September 2022 by N A
Catching up on reviews. I stopped by the afternoon of Sunday, 06-26-22. I love to thrift and I'm a reseller. I try to check out at least one thrift shop when I travel.I read the reviews beforehand & was a little skeptical. I think the reviews were accurate. There's a lot of stuff here, but I didn't find anything out of the ordinary. I looked around upstairs and downstairs. Definitely were not thrift prices to me. Doubt I'd return.
