With all of the trendy, upscale clothing boutiques and gift shops tucked in and along Camden’s quaint seaside streets, it tends to be…challenging, shall we say, to stay within your budget when shopping in this popular, well-heeled vacation community.
Sure, there’s a time and place to pay more for something, but when there are so many esteemed secondhand stores (not junk stores, mind you) in and around Camden, why not spend a bit more time rather than money to track down what you’re looking for?
Chances are it’s out there, yours for the taking, at mere pennies on the dollar and within a thirty-minute drive.
Map of Camden Area Consignment & Thrift Stores
Check out the savings at these Camden area consignment stores.
Serendipity Fine Consignment
Reminding us that “when it’s meant to be, it’s Serendipity,” the owners of this chic, beautiful boutique have put a lot of time and thought into the curation of the high-quality women’s apparel and accessories they carry.
Arranged by size and color for ease of shopping and always on-trend, the clothing and footwear at Serendipity are made by brands you know and trust—and all offered at prices far below retail. For over a decade, treasure-hunting shoppers have been returning year after year and are never disappointed, always leaving with a serendipitous find.
Location: 32 Washington St, Camden, ME 04843
Website: Serendipity Fine Consignment
Heavenly Threads
Relying wholly upon donations, Heavenly Threads is operated by the Outreach Committee of the First Congregational Church of Camden to support a variety of local nonprofit organizations and families in need.
Donated items such as clothing, footwear, accessories, home goods, kitchen items, décor, linens, collectibles, and books can be found at this thrift shop; items that do not pass the rigorous screening are set aside for the “SOS” room, where people struggling to make ends meet can shop for free.
Location: 57 Elm St, Camden, ME 04843
Website: Heavenly Threads
bubbles & BEAN Children’s Consignment
This cheerful, fun shop offers the ideal solution to the expensive struggle of trying to clothe your fast-growing kids in quality apparel (is it just me or does it seem they can only wear something a few times before it’s too small?).
Offering top brands of clothing and gear for newborns and kids up to size 16—as well as fun, casualwear for Mommies, too—bubbles & BEAN is also partnered with several worthy nonprofits; consignors can choose to donate their earnings to the cause of their choice from the list.
Location: 83 Elm St, Camden, ME 04843
Website: bubbles & BEAN Children’s Consignment
Antiques at 10 Mechanic
Antiques at 10 Mechanic offers shoppers 20 vendors’ booths—a veritable panoply of vintage, antique, or merely gently used clothing, accessories, jewelry, furniture, décor, collectibles, and much more.
This treasure trove of affordable, carefully selected wonders is heaven for bargain shoppers that love to browse, reveling in the thrill of the hunt for a one-of-a-kind gift—the sort of thing you’ll only recognize as perfect for the recipient once you lay eyes on it.
Location: 10 Mechanic St, Camden, ME 04843
Website: Antiques at 10 Mechanic
Curator Consignment
With a “focus on quality and distinction,” you can trust that the men’s and women’s clothing on offer at Curator Consignment is always top-notch. This well-organized, two-story shop, which is just over 15 minutes from Camden, brings secondhand shopping to the next level, offering apparel from the 1930s right up to today’s trends.
You’ll find natural fiber fabrics (leather, linen, cotton, silk, wool) in brands like Brooks Brothers, Frye, Patagonia, Levi’s, Gap, Ralph Lauren, and more at Curator Consignment.
Location: 383 Main St, Rockland, ME 04841 (17 minutes)
Website: Curator Consignment
Sweet Pea’s Family Consignment
Offering gently-used clothing for the whole family as well as secondhand home goods, toys, furniture, décor, and more, Sweet Pea’s is less than 20 minutes from Camden; in reviews, customers consistently mention the friendly staff, affordable prices, and the fact that they always come out with more than they were looking for.
The proprietors are very choosy when accepting items for consignment—which means you can trust the quality of everything—and the clothing on offer will always be seasonally appropriate.
Location: 229 Park St, Rockland, ME 04841 (18 minutes)
Website: Sweet Pea’s Family Consignment
Ambiance
Located 25 minutes from Camden, Ambiance is where to go if you’re looking for a unique lamp from another era—you won’t find such an expansive and diverse collection of vintage and antique lighting anywhere else for miles around.
In addition to this specialized curation, Ambiance also carries an extensive assortment of one-of-a-kind antiques and home décor items. And, if you happen to have an old (or new) lamp that needs restoration or repair, the talented folks here can do that, too.
Location: 125 Main St, Belfast, ME 04915 (25 minutes)
Website: Ambiance
Second Hand Eve
From the first step into this cozy, colorful shop, you can sense the owner’s passion for her business and customers. Second Hand Eve (or SHE) is just under half an hour from Camden and more than worth the drive if you are looking for popular brands of quality women’s clothing, footwear, accessories, and jewelry at discounted prices.
There is “something for every budget” here—everything from exclusive Armani dresses to comfy athleisurewear can be found here.
Location: 65 Main St, Belfast, ME 04915 (27 minutes)
Website: Second Hand Eve
EPOCH.
Make your way just a couple of doors down from SHE and you’ll arrive at EPOCH. This “vintage lifestyle market” has a little bit of everything, although their specialty is menswear; trust me when I say that the helpful staff here can assist you in assembling an entire, fully-accessorized vintage outfit faster than you can say “fabulous.”
You’ll find high-quality apparel (think wool, flannel, cotton, linen, and leather) curated seasonally alongside high-end footwear, unique décor, lamps, books, furniture, and more at EPOCH.
Location: 69 Main St, Belfast, ME 04915 (27 minutes)
Website: EPOCH.
Minnows Children’s Consignment
As mentioned earlier, kids grow fast—which means their wardrobes are ever-changing. An expensive prospect, unless you opt for secondhand clothing. And why wouldn’t you, with places like Minnows less than a half-hour from Camden?
Offering a play area to entertain the kids while you shop, this bright, well-organized boutique has like-new clothing, toys, books, footwear, baby gear…you name it, if it’s kid-centric, Minnows has it.
And, if you’re trying to teach your child about money management, sustainability, and value, Minnows will even set up an account in their name!
Location: 1 Belmont Ave, Belfast, ME 04915 (27 minutes)
Website: Minnows Children’s Consignment
Robin’s Nest Consignment
Are you hankering to give your home a décor refresh but are limited by a skimpy redecorating budget? Head 30 minutes north from the center of Camden to Robin’s Nest Consignment in Belfast, where you’ll find everything you need to get the job done in high style without emptying your wallet.
Furniture, lighting, art, mirrors, outdoor décor, rugs, and accessories are on offer here, all cleverly displayed to provide you with inspiration for your own living space.
Location: 169 Searsport Ave, Belfast, ME 04915 (30 minutes)
Website: Robin’s Nest Consignment
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