Melbourne is a great place for op shops, or thrift stores, as they are known around the world. Op shops have become increasingly popular in recent years, offering an
alternative to the expensive and often unsustainable fashion stores. Melbourne's op shops are filled with a variety of clothing, furniture, books and other items that often catch your eye. Here are some great op shops in Melbourne that are well worth exploring.
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The first great op shop in Melbourne is the
Brotherhood of St Laurence Op Shop Brunswick. This store is located in the heart of the city and is full of vintage and second-hand items. It is a great place to find some amazing bargains. It has a great selection of clothing, furniture, books and other items, all of which are reasonably priced. The prices are also very reasonable, and they often have sales. The shop is always a fun place to browse, and it's great to know that by shopping there, you're supporting a good cause. The Brotherhood of Laurence Op Shop in Brunswick is definitely worth a visit.
Location: 109 Brunswick Road, Brunswick VIC 3056
Phone: (03) 9387 9519
The second great op shop in Melbourne is the
St Kilda Op Shop and is run by Sacred Heart Mission. This store is located in the heart of St Kilda and is a great place to find vintage and second-hand clothing. The store has a great selection of clothing, shoes and accessories. Prices are fair and you can often find something unique to take home. The shop is always well-stocked and organised, making it easy to find what you are looking for. They have a strong ethos of sustainability and reusing items, which I appreciate. I have had some great experiences shopping at this Op Shop and would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a bargain.
Location: 87a Grey Street, St Kilda
Timing: Daily from 9.30am - 4.30pm
Phone: 03 8658 1697
The third great op shop in Melbourne is the
Hunter Gatherer Fitzroy Op Shop. This iconic store is run by the Brotherhood of Laurence and is located within Royal Arcade in Fitzroy and is a great place for those looking for vintage and second-hand jewellery. The store is also well organized and a great place to find one-of-a-kind items.
Location: 274 Brunswick Street Fitzroy VIC 3065
Timing: Monday to Saturday from 9.30am to 5pm
Phone: (03) 9415 7371
The fourth on the list is the
Preston Op Shop helping Hands. This store is located in the heart of Preston and is a great place to find vintage and second-hand clothing. The store has great bargain clothes, books, jewellery, bric-a-brac and furniture. The look and feel of this store is like a bazaar and has plenty of vintage goodies for you to rummage through.
Location: 66 - 68 Oakover Road, Preston
Timing: Tuesday to Saturday from 10am - 4pm
Finishing off my compilation is the
Collingwood Vinnies Op Shop. This store is located in the heart of Collingwood and is a great place for those looking for fashion, homewares, some furniture and electrical items.
Location: 121 Johnston Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
Timing: Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm, Sat 11am to 4pm
Phone: (03) 9417 4559
These five op shops are some of the best in Melbourne and are great places to find unique and
affordable items. They are also great places to support local businesses and help the environment by shopping second-hand. So if you're looking for a vintage or second-hand items, these five op shops are the perfect place to start.
