March 26, 2026
By Arianna Delgado
Staff Writer
This feature is part of a five-part in-depth reporting project about fashion.
1. 2nd STREET (10 South Park St., Montclair) is a trendy thrift shop with a carefully curated mix of vintage and modern fashion. 2nd STREET offers clothing, designer bags and shoes at reasonable prices in a bright and spacious environment. 2nd STREET is open daily from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
2. American Thrift (90 Dayton Ave., Passaic) is a large thrift store offering affordable clothing, accessories and household goods. American Thrift Store is popular among budget-conscious shoppers seeking a variety of everyday and unique items. The store offers the following daily sales: Coupon Day (Monday), Senior Citizen Day (Wednesday), Customer Appreciation Day (Thursday) and Happy Hour (Friday, 4-8 p.m.). American Thrift is open daily from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
3. Hana Mission Thrift Store (180 Washington Ave., Belleville) offers a diverse selection of secondhand treasures. It carries everything from vintage clothes to home essentials. Shoppers love exploring its racks for unique finds. Hana Mission is a Christian non-profit that supports under-resourced community members through education, feeding projects and job training. Its store is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The store is closed on Sundays.
4. Mikayla’s Thriftique (155 Park Ave., Rutherford) is a cozy thrift shop with a carefully curated selection of clothing, jewelry and home decor. The store also has a variety of toys and comic books. The store’s hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday. It is closed on Sundays.
5. Unleashed Thrift (20 Washington Ave., Nutley) is a popular thrift store with a wide variety of clothing, shoes and household items. The store is open 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sundays. The store is closed on Mondays.
