Relatively new to the local vintage scene, you can find Durham Vintage Collective on Parrish Street. Kameko and Alison have created an amazing collection of clothes, furniture, art, and more. They're also constantly refreshing their store so every time you visit, you're likely to find something new.
Update to this review;
I went in on Sunday, 10/12 and came a few minutes early around opening and the lady with the magenta hair saw me standing outside in the rain and let me in early. She was very pleasant and answered my question. I guess maybe the person I met the other night might have been having an off nite or something. I changed my rating because of this experience. Thank you!
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I hadn't been to the Durham Collective in a while and I was excited to stop by there this past Friday night while a street concert was going on. I got into the store a few minutes before closing time which is 9 pm. I overheard the store clerk tell others who walked in minutes behind me that the store was closed. I was checking out the records section and was just going to grab one thing when the store clerk came up to me and told me the store was closed, prompting me to leave. I was a little taken aback since I had been in the store prior to closing and thought I would have the courtesy of at least checking out. She seemed nice but I think this was the wrong approach. A simple "How can I help you?" or "Do you need any help checking out?" would have gone a long way. I have been to the store numerous times and all in all, had a very positive experience. I have worked in retail before and my understanding is that if you have a customer that enters into the store prior to closing, they should be allowed to check out when they are through. Anyhow, it left a bad taste in my mouth but doesn't mean I won't come again. Just wanted to know what the store's policy is around this. Thank you.
Sue Ellen Cortes
Sep 22, 2025
5
Great vintage store and the staff is polite, helpful and professional. They have an array of clothes, shoes, furniture, glassware, household items and jewelry. Love this shop and look forward to visiting again.
Kelly Witter
Jun 14, 2025
5
Such a fun and friendly store! Love the jewelry and that the vintage clothes are organized by decade. Lavender is so welcoming and knowledgeable.
Cassidy Leovic
Jun 14, 2025
5
Such a lovely store. There is a ton of cool stuff and the staff are amazing and sweet, especially Lavender! 💜
Adrienne Tegreeny
Mar 25, 2025
5
The absolute best shopping experience! The store has such a cool selection and the staff are so friendly and helpful.
Julia Wright
Mar 15, 2025
5
Favorite thrift find ever- this store is full of unique goods.
Vivie Aravidis
Mar 2, 2025
5
Great store with great selection and friendly shop owners! Must visit if you are visiting Durham!
Victor
Feb 9, 2025
5
Really enjoyed going here today! Very energic store clerk, wonderful selection of vintage clothes and other finds. I'll definitely swing by here again next time I'm in the Durham area!
sew cute sew you
Jan 16, 2025
5
Absolutely love the store everyone is so nice and kind and I love my dress I got on opening 1000000% recommend all my friends to this shop!💖💖
Chris Elkins
Dec 20, 2024
5
Such a fun store of odds and ends. I could spend hours here. Always something new!