Garment District
Cambridge, MA 02139-1944
Phone: (617) 876-9795
- Cross Street:
- Portland Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Vintage/Thrift Shop 2008, Offbeat Store 2007, Offbeat Store 2005
- Hours:
- Sun-Tue 11am-7pm, Wed-Fri 11am-8pm, Sat 9am-7pm
Editorial Review for Garment District – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
Expect fellow shoppers at this shop between Kendall and Center Squares to range from social deviants to conformists; the former regularly refurbish their wardrobes here, the latter make the occasional trip when searching for theme-party costumes (particularly those '60s and '70s soirees). Almost everything for sale at the Garment District is less than $30, usually between $5 and $25 (most items fall into a pay-by-the-pound system).
The Goods
Got a new job where you need to wear black pants every single day? Need a couple of cheap, nonoffensive pairs? Check out the wide selection of gently worn work clothes. Other inventory is great for club duds, cross-dressing, costuming and of course, budget shopping. If it's time to tie the knot, forget Vera Wang and check out the selection of wedding gowns and party dresses in the rear of the store.
Editorial content is independent of paid advertisers. Any expenses are paid for by Citysearch.
Insider Tips
The ExtrasTake a break from shopping by crossing the street and enjoying an indie film at the Kendall.
User Reviews for Garment District
03/11/2008 Posted by MandizzleSue
I went in with the intentions to get a cheap wig to cover up a bad haircut, and I left with a big smile on my face. This place is AMAZING! I went to the dollar-a-pound section (which is kind of mis-leading since they jacked it up from a buck to a buck-fifty a pound (but they only charge 75 cents per pound on Fridays, most likely because the section is crawling with college students like me). I must say, despite one of the previous reviewers' judgments about this place being a "beggar's paradise" coming off as extremely rude and offensive, I will dignify with a response that I am certainly not a beggar and am happy with my purchases. I found four pairs of designer shoes IN MY SIZE, tons of casual pants, including J. Crew bottoms, some great vintage tees, a cowboy hat, and gifts for my niece and father, as well, for less than $20. I also got two brand new, in the package opaque tights for not that much more, so seriously, who the hell can beat that?! If you're a TRUE thrifter and you aren't afraid to commit, browse and dig for what you want, than this is the place for you!
Pros: the price, the employees, the location, the selection, the quality, the FUN!
Cons: walking to the nearby T station with a huge plastic bag filled with clothes is a little embarassing
09/17/2007 Posted by gingerrogers
I love the Garment District! I got the jacket I was married in here, and everybody loved it. A really fun place to shop!
Pros: selection, prices
Cons: parking
Users Like You Also Viewed
Boston Costume
200 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02139
Dorothy's Boutique
190 Massachusetts Ave
Boston, MA 02115-3011
