Thrifting in Hamilton County, Indiana

Thrift stores and consignment shops are great places to find clothing on a budget, and in Hamilton County, many shops fit the bill! Plato’s Closet in Fishers is a popular shop focusing on quirky and pre-owned fashion, vintage threads, and unique outfits you won’t find elsewhere!

If you’re looking for thrift stores in Noblesville, Indiana, start at Grace Thrift Store, where you can find new and used clothing, household goods, children’s toys, and even electronics. Proceeds from sales go to support the Grace Care Center, which runs numerous community programs around the region, so you can feel good about the positive impact of your purchases. Similarly, the Wheeler Mission Store in Carmel offers an excellent opportunity to shop for unique clothes and other goods while contributing to charitable causes across Hamilton County.

Vintage shops are a great way to find brand-name items at significant discounts. Clothes Mentor is a boutique in Fishers that sells upcycled brand-name and designer clothes to promote sustainability among shoppers. Amanda’s Exchange operates a brick-and-mortar store in Carmel featuring used clothing, accessories, and household goods.

Simply Chic has gently used clothing and secondhand designer items for sale, such as handbags and shoes. With prices far below what you’d find at the mall, it’s the perfect spot to score a big haul without breaking the bank! Fringe and Form, another boutique in Carmel, specializes in designer vintage pieces and even offers style coaching for anyone looking to refine their fashion sense.

Unlike thrift stores that typically rely on donations, resale shops purchase gently used items, offering a curated selection of high-quality goods at a fraction of their original retail price. 

NobleCause in Noblesville is a resale shop selling everything from furniture to clothing, household goods, toys, and books. Savvy shoppers can also head to The Velvet Plum Vintage and Consignments in downtown Noblesville to find antiques, vintage items, artworks, and seasonal decorations. 

If you’re looking for kid-related things, head to Once Upon a Child in Carmel, where you can find gently used clothing, toys, and other items for babies and children of all ages. And if you’re working on DIY home improvements, check out the Fishers Habitat ReStore—they sell everything from secondhand furniture to building materials, tools, and even appliances!

Browse the booths at the Carmel Old Town Antique Mall for items like vinyl records, jewelry, and household items, or pick out the perfect gift at the nearby Antique Emporium, known for carrying precious china sets, antique furniture, books, collectibles, and jewelry. 

Spend the day at Mercantile 37, a showroom showcasing vintage and new treasures from nearly 100 local vendors. Take a break at their on-site café to refuel before diving back into your shopping adventure. 

If you’re in the market for 18th or 19th-century European furniture, check out R. Beauchamp Antiques in Westfield, where you’ll find wardrobes, lighting fixtures, mirrors, clocks, chairs, and more. The shop owners boast decades of experience sourcing high-quality, one-of-a-kind pieces.

Some of the best thrifting opportunities in Hamilton County are seasonal, like our local pop-ups and markets. 

Amanda’s Exchange also hosts pop-up events around town called “Amanda’s Markets.” Here, you can browse selections from different vintage sellers while enjoying live music and savoring food and drinks from on-site vendors. Another fun thrifting event is the Thursday Strawtown Flea Market in Noblesville for all sorts of treasures.

Keep an eye on our events page for other upcoming markets and pop-ups.