Non-profit thrift stores are an excellent place to start if you are trying to save money, because their prices tend to be lower. Consignment stores sell gently used items brought in by individual sellers, usually at a higher price point than what you'll find at a thrift store.

A generally accepted industry standard is that items made between 20 and 100 years ago are considered "vintage" if they clearly reflect the styles and trends of the era they represent. These clothing items come with a sense of history attached to them, which is one of the reasons they are valued by vintage enthusiasts.