Utah Joins Nationwide Vintage Store Day 2025
On Saturday May 17, 2025 Salt Lake City's diverse vintage community will unite across the city for the inaugural Vintage Store Day, - a nationwide celebration of vintage fashion, sustainability, and small businesses!
Salt Lake City’s vintage scene is stepping up in full force, with Vintage Drift SLC and Shop Nouve leading the charge and Atelier, The Post, Copperhive Vintage, Annata Collective , The Village Vintage Interiors and others rallying together to showcase Utah’s vibrant vintage community on a national stage.
Each store will offer exclusive deals, curated collections, limited-edition Vintage Store Day merchandise, and special in-store offerings to make this day an unforgettable experience for both longtime vintage lovers and newcomers alike.
Sign-ups are still available for Brick & Mortar vintage stores interested in participating in Utah and beyond!
A Nationwide Movement Rooted in Chicago - Building Collabortion in Salt Lake City, Utah
Vintage Store Day originated in Chicago, created by popular local curated vintage shops Lost Girls Vintage and Rare Form. These shops have been at the forefront of the sustainable fashion movement in Illinois, bringing vintage lovers together through pop-ups, markets, and unique in-store experiences.
So - what is their goal with Vintage Store Day? It’s to create a nationwide event similar to Record Store Day or Free Comic Book Day, starting an annual tradition that encourages shoppers to explore locally owned curated vintage shops in their area, discover one-of-a-kind pieces, and embrace a more sustainable approach to fashion. Their vision transformed a local initiative into a nationwide movement, with over 75+ independent vintage stores across 25 states participating.
Rare Form Chicago 5438 N Clark St Chicago, Illinois
“This has been a real grassroots effort to unite vintage stores nationwide. Vintage encompasses a lot, including clothing, home decor, and art, but most of all, it is an appreciation for reuse, upcycling, and preservation. During the pandemic, when the supply chains shut down and no one could buy furniture from the big box stores, many turned to buying vintage from their communities and kept that money in their local economy. While the circumstances are different now, the benefits are still the same: we can preserve and appreciate the past while supporting our local economy and our neighborhood businesses. I think people are championing these values now more than ever, and that is why we have a thriving vintage community, which deserves a day of celebration.”
Celebrate Vintage in Salt Lake City, Utah!
Salt Lake City’s vintage scene is thriving, and May 17th will be a perfect opportunity to showcase the incredible small businesses that make up this growing community.
Here’s what SLC based shoppers can expect at participating stores:
Exclusive Merchandise & Giveaways: Limited-edition local artist-designed merch, stickers, and other collectibles.
Special Discounts & Curated Collections: Handpicked items reflecting diverse styles and eras.
Community Events & Pop-Up Collaborations: Engaging experiences with local artisans, refreshments, and interactive shopping.
Sustainability Awareness: Gain insights into the environmental benefits of vintage and secondhand shopping.
More than just a shopping event, Vintage Store Day is meant to be a movement celebrating small business, craftsmanship, and sustainability. Each vintage piece has a story to tell, and by choosing secondhand fashion, shoppers contribute to a more ethical, affordable, and waste-conscious approach to shopping, building a wardrobe, and developing a unique personal style.
Vintage Drift SLC - 265 East 900 South Salt Lake City, Utah is among Utah’s first Curated Vintage Stores
“Vintage shopping is about more than just fashion—it’s a way to shop sustainably, celebrate the past, and support businesses that bring character and life to our communities. Vintage Store Day highlights the creativity and passion behind independent vintage shops while encouraging people to embrace secondhand style in a meaningful way.”
About Vintage Store Day
Vintage Store Day is a grassroots movement celebrating the vintage and secondhand fashion industry. Pioneered by Lost Girls Vintage, Rare Form, and other leading vintage stores in Chicago, this national initiative highlights the environmental, cultural, and artistic value of vintage shopping while supporting independent resellers and local businesses across the U.S. Vintage Store Day not only fosters a sense of community among vintage lovers but also brings national attention to the importance of shopping secondhand as an alternative to fast fashion. 2025 is the very first year!
Vintage Store Day in Utah and Beyond
Salt Lake City’s vintage scene has grown rapidly, and this day is truly a celebration of that growth - with dozens of independent shops across the city offering highly curated collections, sustainable fashion alternatives, and a personalized shopping experience that big-box retailers can’t match.
“We opened NOUVE last April after operating online for 4 years and after having a popup downtown last January it was clear that SLC LOVES VINTAGE and loves to support small, locally owned shops. We are excited to celebrate vintage and good design with this city any day of the year but look forward to going all out during this event and hopefully make it a yearly affair people mark on their calendars for years to come!”
Nouve Home Goods 434 E S Temple St # 2, Salt Lake City, UT
Join the Celebration - Saturday, May 17th 2025!
Whether you're a longtime vintage lover, or just beginning your secondhand shopping journey, Vintage Store Day invites everyone to explore, discover, and support locally owned vintage shops!
Stay updated on event details, participating locations, and special offers by following @vintage_store_day - @VintageDriftSLC, and other participating shops on social media.
For media inquiries or to learn more about Utah’s participation in Vintage Store Day celebrations, contact:
📩 Kristen Wolfe – kristen@vintagedriftslc.com
📍 Vintage Drift SLC – 265 E 900 South Salt Lake City, Utah 84111
