The Resurgence of Thrifting Draws Treasure Hunters to Greenwich

By Amelie Dellascenza, GHS Class of 2026

While Greenwich Avenue is bursting with high-end retail shops, the thrift stores in Greenwich are just as accessible, affordable and offer endless opportunities for unique finds.

The renewed focus on thrifting is driven in party by a reaction against fast fashion and a desire for sustainability, especially among young people.

There are three popular thrift shops in Greenwich: Rummage Room in Old Greenwich, The Marketplace by Fofie and Mia’s in Byram, and the Greenwich Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Chickahominy.

Rummage Room

When entering the Rummage Room, one is immediately struck by the welcoming atmosphere with warm smiles and a wide array of affordable, stylish, and amazing quality clothes and trinkets. Since 1964, the Rummage Room has been selling merchandise for fair prices, and donating their proceedings to a range of organizations that the Women’s Fellowship Association supports. The work the Rummage Room does is admirable, evidently so with over 60 volunteers from the community who want to help in any way.

Manager Leanne Meyer on the left, and assistant manager Liz Gustavson on the right. Photo: Amelie Dellascenza

A rack of greeting cards at the Rummage Room in Old Greenwich. Photo: Amelie Dellascenza

Children’s book corner at the Rummage Room in Old Greenwich. Photo: Amelie Dellascenza

Vintage tin ceiling in the Rummage Room. Photo: Amelie Dellascenza

Display case features jewelry at the Rummage Room. Photo: Amelie Dellascenza

The Marketplace by Fofie and Mia’s

The Marketplace by Fofie and Mia’s has unique pieces one won’t find in traditional brick-and-mortar retail stores. Customers will find an array of vintage clothes, furniture and housewares, as well as jewelry and accessories. Kate Fronio, manager at the Marketplace, said she’d noticed many young people have a heightened awareness of the environment and are joining the anti-consumerism movement.