Thrift and the City: Tampa Bay Thrift Stores as Sex and the City Icons

Don’t be lame and go in all black (unless that’s your thing) to all the St. Pete June pride events. Photo by Abby Baker.

By Abby Baker

Because Pride fashion deserves a little chaos, camp, and character energy.

Pride Month is all about self-expression — and what better way to show the world who you are than through an outfit that cost $7 (unlikely, but we can dream) and has a story.

These four Tampa Bay thrift stores aren’t just resale havens: they each channel the very specific chaos, charm, and camp of our favorite Sex and the City queens.

Carrie Bradshaw – Wendy’s Closet on Central

Eclectic, fabulous, and bursting with queer joy.
Wendy’s Closet is Carrie in resale form. It’s run by LGBTQ+ locals, with proceeds supporting HIV/AIDS services, and the racks are full of bold prints, vintage glam, and wildcards that just work — even when they shouldn’t.

📍 1459 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL 33705

Miranda Hobbes – Goodwill Superstore on 34th Street

Rainbow handkerchief bought from St. Pete’s Goodwill circa last Pride 2024. It was probably Target originally but I’m cheap. Price: $5.50. *Photo by Abby Baker.*

No frills, all potential.
This massive Goodwill is Miranda’s thrifting spirit guide. It’s efficient, practical, and packed with possibility. Also — Goodwill has the lowest prices around. Even though that’s not totally Miranda’s vibe, you know she appreciates fair pricing. Bonus: there’s probably something for the Steve in your life, too.

📍 2550 34th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Charlotte York – Revolve Tampa

Pride shoes purchased at Revolve for $23. These are so Carrie coded. *Photo by Abby Baker.*

Tasteful, tailored, and just a little bit smug.
Revolve is the kind of consignment store that sells frilly dresses, vintage purses, and just the right amount of curated luxury. It’s a little expensive — but it’s Charlotte, darling. Just maybe don’t wear any of the leather kitten heels you find here to the Pride parade unless you want to Charlotte-style suffer.

📍 4048 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL 33609

Samantha Jones – Designer Consigner of St. Pete

Unapologetically bold.
This upscale consignment boutique is pure Samantha: hot labels, fierce silhouettes, and not a single item that whispers. Don’t be surprised if you walk out with a fur-trimmed blazer and a new lease on life. It’ll be $60, but it’s an investment piece.

📍 6832 22nd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710

🪩 The opinions here are all in good fun — no shade intended. If you’ve got a thrift store that’s pure Stanford, or want your Pride look featured, tag us or shoot us a DM:
📸 @tbartspassport on Instagram