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Guide to Baltimore Vintage Clothing Stores & Markets
You may know Baltimore for its crab cakes, Camden Stadium and of course, HBO’s award-winning show The Wire. But what you might not know Baltimore for (yet) is its growing vintage fashion scene.
With easy and affordable public transit access (Amtrak, bus lines, and an entire separate train called the MARC from Washington, D.C. to Baltimore city) I’m telling all my out-of-town friends to head in for a visit to Baltimore. And at less than 500,000 people, traffic rarely prevents you from getting anywhere within city bounds in more than 25 minutes.
It’s easy to say I love living in Charm City, having moved here from New York just last fall. And what I love even more? Its homegrown roster of brick and mortar vintage clothing stores with varied and reasonably priced selection.
Here’s a brief guide to Baltimore city’s vintage clothing stores and markets, with a focus on vintage clothing majority destinations. Whether you’re local or due for a road trip, don’t dismiss the solid and ever-growing vintage fashion scene of Charm City.
We’ll start with our brick-and-mortar spots and then share the seasonal and even weekly markets that bring multiple vendors together from Baltimore and beyond. You can find all the stores on our Google Maps list.
A Day In June
This vintage lifestyle boutique is home to feminine, functional vintage, and secondhand attire. It has that special hole-in-the-wall appeal that makes you go, “Ooh, what treasure can I find here?” This is a strictly fem-gender boutique. With dried flowers, a coffee bar, housewares, and accessories on deck, A Day in June actually feels like a literal “day in June” from the moment you walk in. Plus: Owner Lindsey – who started ADIJ as a pop-up brand at markets along the East Coast – is a breath of sunshine herself, never not greeting her customers with a warm smile.
What you can find: Funky blazers bound to be wardrobe staples, 80s and 90s tailored pants for weekend jaunts or workdays, a sprinkle of midcentury pieces at prices you won’t mind investing in, an assortment of classic shoes and accessories, knit sweaters, secretary blouses, and other seasonal staples. Plus, a dried flower bar and an assortment of giftable and size-free accessories.
A Day In June
2007 Fleet St
Baltimore, MD 21231
Thu–Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 9am-5pm
@adayinjunevintage
Bottle of Bread
Classic vintage lovers will experience love at first sight with Bottle of Bread. The well-sized storefront carries both genders and a unisex offering of 1940s-80s premium vintage, with the men’s gender and unisex styles in the front and more feminine styles in the back. Scattered throughout the store are home decor items, some new while others are secondhand. Plus: handmade artisan accessories, candles, and other giftables.
What you can find: From the epic 1970s palazzo pant jumpsuit of your dreams to varsity jackets and sweaters, solid vintage denim, and collectible tees. Bottle of Bread isn’t afraid to carry older pieces, with 1920s pieces on display and a few “as if new” ‘1940s dresses found amongst the racks. It’s obvious that inventory is often changed, with an emphasis on affordable vintage quality more so than just the trends.
Bottle of Bread
216 W Read St
Baltimore, MD 21201
Wed–Sun 11am–6pm
@bottleofbread
Zone Vintage
Walk upstairs into Zone Vintage, and as corny as it sounds, you are literally “in the vintage zone.” Founded in 1983 and perhaps one of the oldest continuously run vintage brick-and-mortar stores in America, Zone Vintage is an oasis of finds for treasure hunters. Unlike other Baltimore vintage stores, Zone is not curated to look like an upscale boutique. Rather, you’ll want to meticulously dig here to avoid missing something you might love.
The packed racks are organized by garment type with an emphasis on dresses, lingerie, skirt sets, and jewelry. The men’s gender section is amply packed too, with a fine selection of vintage t-shirts, leathers, and button-ups. Check the jewelry selection for modern accessories as well.
Fun fact: The owner of Zone Vintage shared that starting the store was her “let me do something until I figure out what I want to do with my life” plan. More than 40 years later, she’s still doing it!
Zone Vintage
813 N Charles St A
Baltimore, MD 21201
Thu–Sat 12.30–6pm, Sun 12.30–4.30pm
Milk & Ice
Milk and Ice is tucked away in a northeast Baltimore neighborhood. But don’t judge its distance on the map—this must-shop co-ed and unisex classic vintage store is worth the 20-minute (max!) drive from central Baltimore to reach its doors.
Upon entering Milk and Ice, you’re met with well-organized racks of mostly 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and some 90s for good measure. Already reasonably priced, the store often hosts “sidewalk rack sales” with a $25 or less rack, and sale tags are scattered throughout the store. Pieces are curated for wearability, like a denim vest a la the 70s or an easy-breezy cotton patterned frock.
You’ll also discover 1-of-a-find collectibles, upcycled pieces, and a sampling of records for perusal and purchase. Milk & Ice boasts enough space for events to the public, so be sure to get on their newsletter or social media to visit when the space is filled with like-minded folk.
Milk & Ice
4801 Harford Rd Suite H3
Baltimore, MD 21214
Thu–Sun 12-6pm
@milkandicevintage
Shredded Vintage
You know that hit of “vintage joy” you get from walking into a store you’ll undoubtedly love? That’s the feeling one gets when walking into Shredded Vintage, which is impossible to miss with a multi-color mural in its name along the outside of its bright and airy storefront. Located in a hip neighborhood where brunch and coffee can start or end your day, the store boasts colorful and collectible classic vintage finds with a smattering of housewares and upcycled vintage sweatshirts made by the owner (Sarah) herself.
Shredded Vintage is home to never-before-seen prints and plenty of plus size (approximate size 12 and up) fem vintage sizing. Male/unisex and female racks are organized by item category so you can head straight to your personal tried and true without having to hunt for it.
Shredded is a vintage lovers’ dream closet, offering everything from summer 70s frocks to wearable upcycled sweatshirts, designed with devious statements that can transform a basic look into something worth talking about. Instagrammable housewares like a mushroom decorated crock pot also circulate throughout the store, and don’t miss the vintage orange stadium seating.
Shredded Vintage
411 W 29th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
Thu–Fri 12-5pm, Sat-Sun 11am-5pm
@getshreddedvintage
Balto Vintage
Outside Balto, you can often find a “for sale” rack and an entire bin of discounted clothes. It feels a little bit like shopping at the Goodwill Outlet, except you’re at a vintage store. Step inside, and you’re met with a beautifully designed vintage boutique with a long history of being a vintage boutique. The current store owner (Montana) shared that the owner of the building had a vintage store at Balto’s location himself and prefers renting to vintage store owners for that reason. Hey – they don’t call this “charm” city for nothin’!
Step inside Balto for a blend of sportswear, utilitarian and functional vintage pieces aimed at mostly unisex / all gender wearers. To the left, an entire wall of trucker baseball and other sports hats awaits you on bespoke shelving. To the right is a wall popping in color from license plates neatly laid side by side, as a backsplash in your kitchen. Balto swings toward casual clothing, so you’ll be hard-pressed to find a dress here. Come for the button-ups, the sweatshirts, the hats, the tees, the denim, and the leather. Stay for the merchandising and for supporting a storefront with a history of vintage clothing.
Balto Vintage
833 W 36th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
Thu–Sun 12-6pm
@baltovintage
Changed My Mind Vintage
Changed My Mind Vintage shares a storefront with a vintage-inspired brand of clothing, housewares, and beauty/soap products. After heading inside the storefront itself, head to the stairs in the back to find what you’re looking for (more vintage, duh!).
Shopping vintage upstairs is an entirely different experience, as if you’re stepping into a secret attic. The shop is stocked and feels like a throwback vintage shopping experience itself. Changed My Mind carries fem to unisex and male gender clothes and plenty of accessories. In fact, this shop has the most accessories on the list.
Head to the back and work your way forward, finding midcentury pieces to one-off current brands mixed together in an unorganized fashion. The dig is worth it, especially when you uncover a Pucci piece or pair of cowboy boots that are actually your size.
Changed My Mind Vintage
1021 W 36th St
Baltimore, MD 21211
Mon–Sun 12-6pm
@changed.my.mind.vintage
Charlie’s Vintage Clothes
Charlie’s Vintage opened its doors in the fall of 2023 on a street already recognized for its vintage and small boutique scene. That street is in Hampden, a neighborhood that feels more like a town within the city of Baltimore (nearby are Balto and Changed My Mind Vintage). It’s easy to hop into Charlie’s and never want to leave. The store’s floors, fans, wallpaper, and general energy feel like an invitation into your best friend’s closet.
The fem-focused storefront carries an assortment of classic vintage and handpicked modern secondhand pieces. Party frocks, classic lingerie, kimonos and funky printed vintage things galore can be found on the racks at Charlie’s.
Fun fact: Owner Colby also runs a vintage mobile boutique. The truck was previously seen popping up at events in Baltimore and at vintage events in cities like NYC. Colby named her brick & mortar after her dog, Charlie, who can often be found overseeing the shop himself. A new chapter but with the same idea: Give great vintage a fresh start with a new home.
Charlie’s Vintage Clothes
845 West 36th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
Thu 3-6pm, Fri–Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
@colbysclothesmobile
Markets
The Bmore Flea
Founded in 2013, the Bmore Flea erupted into its namesake’s vintage scene. The market arguably laid the foundation for various dealers and former store owners to find a vintage-hungry customer base looking for a genuine social networking event mixed with the appeal of shopping for various vintage curators at once. The market happens indoors and outdoors depending on the season. When indoors, there’s often drinks, food, coffee and a DJ on site. What more could a vintage lover ask for?
Bmore Flea is designed to accommodate a healthy amount of vendors but not so many that your head spins. Meaning, give yourself 90 minutes to step into the booths of everyone at the market and you’ll have a good idea of what treasures could be yours. The market’s vendors range from unisex sportswear, Y2K, utilitarian and functional wardrobe staples, some records, home decor and of course, classic vintage. Here’s where you can strike a deal in a hot setting, so come ready with cash to make an offer on an already well-priced item.
The Bmore Flea
Broadway Market
1640 Aliceanna St, Baltimore, MD 21231
The Ministry of Brewing
900 E Lombard St, Baltimore, MD 21231
Weekly during spring and fall
@bmoreflea
Vintagepalooza
A multi-vendor vintage clothing & accessories vendor event, hosted seasonally.
Vintagepalooza
301 W 29th Street
Baltimore, MD 21211
@vintagepalooza_
Baltimore Vintage Expo
A vintage clothing, accessories, housewares and furniture event, hosted bi-annually since 2016.
Baltimore Vintage Expo
The Union Collective in Baltimore, MD
1700 W 41st St, Baltimore, MD 21211
@baltimorevintageexpo
Samantha Davis is the founder of NYC secondhand shopping tours.
@vintagebossbabes
Find with Gem
red turtleneck- animal print faux fur hat
- boxy vintage white handbag
- green ruffle blouse
- brown heeled suede shoes
- vintage beret
- men's newsboy hat
- red bandana scarf
- floral maxi dress
- plaid flannel shirt
- 80s statement blouse
- orange kimono
- 80s trucker hat
- pink vintage snapback
- black Converse shoes
- pink 70s maxi dress
- 60s enamel flower pin
- Quebec Nordiques vintage jersey
- vintage Pendleton plaid jacket