Cincinnati loves vintage. The area boasts several options for vintage clothing, furniture, art and housewares stores.
But not all vintage is created equal.
Do you want something upcycled or original? Something casual or formal? Do you love the chase, or do you cherish the product?
Here is a list of 10 unique vintage shops across the city tailored for what you want from your vintage shopping experience.
Note that some stores are operating at limited capacity or by appointment only due to COVID-19. Visit websites for more information before shopping.
For the refined and charitable.
Mannequin Boutique is a sleek and cozy spot in Over-the-Rhine with high-end vintage clothing, shoes and accessories. From silky retro nightgowns to classy special-occasion evening wear, all proceeds go to Cincinnati charities.
Social: Follow Mannequin Boutique on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit: 1311 Main St.
For the theatric vintage purist.
Although it started as a menswear spot in 1985, Casablanca Vintagehas blossomed into a vintage shop for all genders and eras. They outfit both everyday vintage lovers as well as thespians on stage and screen. This Northside shop is packed with rows of neatly organized garments from the last century, mended to maintain their original integrity.
Social: Follow Casablanca Vintage on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit:3944 Spring Grove Ave.
For the shopper who loves the thrill of the chase.
Lower Price Hill is home to the Pixel Base Alpha Warehouse, home for Pixel 19 Vintage Clothing. The brick exterior is vast and unassuming. The interior is an explosion of kitschy color and, well, stuff. The racks and stacks of colorful clothes that fill the 10,000-square-foot space along with a selection of vintage housewares and make for hours of browsing.
Social: Follow Pixel 19 Vintage Clothing on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit:2100 W. 8th St.
For the feminine vintage lover.
Down to Mars Vintage is a boutique in the Central Business District featuring fashion and accessory selections that are eclectic and delicately feminine. Cincinnati native and business owner Marcie Hon selects styles from the 1960s and 1970s for her brick-and-mortar store as well as her Etsy account, which launched the business in 2016.
Social: Follow Down to Mars Vintage on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit: 621 Main St.
For the sustainable hipster.
Over-the-Rhine is home to many vintage stores, but none quite like Pistil Vintage. The store is a hybrid secondhand clothing store and local art gallery that’s driven by the love for sustainability. The store offers unique “upcycled clothing” unlike some typical vintage shops. Not to mention, the shop is super Instagram-worthy and available to book for photoshoots.
Social: Follow Pistil Vintage on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit:1212 Main St.
For the nostalgic, pop culture aficionado.
Rooted in menswear, Rad OTR is the spot for any fan of music, television, film and sports from the 1970s to the 1990s. This Over-the-Rhine shop is stocked with vibrant tees, sweatshirts, jerseys, sneakers, hats and more. Owners Billy Luther and Jacob Courtney also take advantage of Etsy and Depop for sales.
Social: Follow Rad OTR on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit: 1315 Main St.
For the art-kid-meets-fancy-pants.
Hi-Bred features extravagant vintage fashion and housewares. Owner and founder Shawna Maria Guip has used her experience as an artist to curate the lavish aesthetic of the shop, from the ornate area rugs to intricately beaded handbags.
Social: Follow Hi-Bred on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit:4041 Hamilton Ave.
For the shopper who cherishes their wardrobe.
Northside is home to NVISION, a woman-owned vintage clothing store that offers vintage, secondhand, upcycled and handmade items. But it does more than sell product — the store offers a range of clothing alterations and repair services for the folks who go the extra mile for their garb.
Social: Follow NVISION on Facebook and Instagram.
Visit:1546 Knowlton St.
For the eccentric menswear shopper.
Brothers Griffin and Jake Mouty curate a collection of vibrant menswear at Tuff Vintage in Walnut Hills. With appoint-only availability, shoppers can peruse graphic tees, windbreakers and vinyl albums. Can’t make it to the store? No problem – head to their Etsy shop.
Social: Follow Tuff Vintage on Instagram and Facebook.
Visit: 242 W. McMicken Ave.
For lovers of Americana.
Kona Goods offers a curation of heritage, American-made menswear and vintage military apparel. The garments are sturdy and stylish. If you’ve ever wanted to dress like the main character of a retro, coming-of-age movie, Kona Goods might be for you. The store operates mostly on Etsy. But, customers can contact owner Benjamin Deering on Instagram to book a private appointment in the Lower Price Hill showroom.
Social: Follow Kona Goods on Instagram.
Visit: 2100 W. 8th St.
