Flamingo’s Vintage Pound
New York
Flamingo’s Vintage Pound is a vintage thrift shop in Chelsea, Manhattan, that prices its inventory by weight, typically at $17.99 per pound with no minimum purchase required. The store offers a vast selection of men's and women's clothing, specializing in outerwear, silk, vintage denim, leather goods, and retro letterman jackets. Because items are sold by weight, lighter garments often cost less than $10, and heavier pieces occasionally qualify for special discounts.
Commenters generally find the pay-by-the-pound concept intriguing and celebrate scoring standout vintage pieces like jackets. However, sentiment is somewhat mixed regarding inventory quality, with some shoppers pointing out the presence of fast-fashion labels like Shein mixed in. Broader thrift discussions also reveal frustration over NYC thrifting becoming increasingly expensive and well-kept spots being over-publicized.
- Shop lightweight items like silks to keep individual item costs under $10.
- Look out for special discounts offered on heavier inventory like coats and denim.
- Inspect garment tags to avoid paying by the pound for fast-fashion brands like Shein.
- Check out their collection of vintage letterman jackets and leather pieces.
- No minimum weight purchase is required to check out.
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