Plato's Closet With seven locations in the greater Tampa Bay area alone, Plato's Closet is quickly becoming the go-to stop for secondhand fashion. The franchise specializes in stylish, gently-used clothing and accessories by top-name brands and designers, and is frequented by teens, 20-somethings, and those of us who avoid the mall and its prices like the plague. A buying club gives you the chance to earn points for your purchases to apply toward future shopping sprees. Plato's Closet also takes trade-ins and offers cash or store credit based on style, condition, brand and its current inventory. With locations in Carrollwood, South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Brandon, Largo, Palm Harbor, and Wesley Chapel; hours vary. platoscloset.com. —LP
Ramblin' Rose The local merchandisers' and artists' co-op known for funky events and enviro-friendly repurpose-ification has moved into its own digs on Central Avenue — a spacious, artsy but aesthetically pleasing environment. Visit, if just to see the vibrant mural by Felici Asteinza and Joey Fillastre. Once you're there, you might just fall in love with the conscious retailers for their "great clothes, knickknacks and energy." Hours vary. 683 Central Ave., St. Petersburg, 727-557-5812, ramblinroseupcycle.wordpress.com. —JG
Renown Goods A great place for men to shop for quality casual wear, caps and nightlife finery. 1501 E. Ninth Ave., Suite B, Ybor City, 813-200-7081, renowngoods.com. Tues.-Thurs., 1-8 p.m.; Fri., Noon-9 p.m.; Sat. 2-9 p.m., and closed Sunday. —JG
Revolve Clothing Exchange A funky treasure trove of vintage threads, new fashions and accessories, with locations on both sides of the bay. Items in stock vary on any given day, but you'll always find a wide variety of stuff, ranging from pink cowboy boots to that guayabera your dad used to wear. The selection of staff picks is always worth a once-over. Don't have spending money? You can trade your gently used secondhand clothes for store credit. Both stores offer a frequent shopper rewards program and stamp card. The Ybor store is at 1620 E Seventh Ave., Ybor City, open Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sun. Noon-6 p.m.; 813-242-5970. The St. Pete Revolve is at 2000 Fourth St. N, St. Petersburg, open Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; 727-399-7788; revolvewear.com. —JG
Sherry's YesterDaze Contributing to Seminole Heights' ever-growing coolness is Sherry's YesterDaze Vintage Clothing and Antiques. For the past 13 years, YesterDaze has been serving up a wide variety of vintage clothing and accessories for ladies and gents alike. Can't seem to find that perfect pair of 1960s tapestry hot pants? Or that 1980s terry jumpsuit? Look no further than YesterDaze. 5207 N. Florida Ave., 813-231-2020, yesterdazevintage.com. Tues.-Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; extended hours on Thursday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. —MW
The Shop This simply named shop in Northeast St. Pete gets kudos for "unbelievable prices" (actual quote) and stylish West Coast-inspired looks. Balancing timeless classics and trendy sass, shop owner Vickey Blair helped pioneer St. Pete's prolific local-friendly shopping movement. 3440 Fourth St. N., St. Petersburg, 727-821-6905, enjoytheshop.com. Mon.-Weds., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Thurs.-Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sun., Noon-4 p.m. —JG
Simple Graces Artisan Jewelry Boutique If your dresser is an island of broken misfits — clasps broken off, unstrung beads and lonely earrings — bring them in for repair or a new custom design. Owner Daphne McDowell is très helpful and creative. She opened the shop in 2002 to help her church move out of its storefront location and build its own place of worship. At McDowell's shop you'll find handmade pieces made with semi-precious gem stones, Swarovski crystals, fire-polished glass, sterling silver, copper, fresh water pearls and other natural elements. 3642 Henderson Blvd., Tampa, 813-503-9863, simplegracesjewelry.com. Mon.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m; closed Sunday. —JG
Singing Stone Gallery We're not including too many non-clothing jewelry shops in this guide, but Singing Stone gets recognition for its distinction and outreach in promoting the arts in Ybor. Owner/artisan Daniel Balk recognizes a unique beauty in the balance of nature; his studies of the natural world, anatomy, psychology, philosophy and anthropology inform his designs. 1903 N 19th St., Tampa, 813-247-2787, singingstoneart.com. Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; closed Sunday. —JG
Skatepark of Tampa The skatepark is one of Tampa Bay's most inspiring success stories, a world-renowned skateboard facility. Locally, it's a veritable counter-culture dynasty with two great retail shops. Browse a slew of quality brands online or at the SPoT's two locations. The SPoT Bricks of Ybor Skate Shop, 1327 E Seventh Ave., Tampa, and the main skatepark location at 4215 E. Columbus Drive, Tampa 813-621-6793, skateparkoftampa.com. —JG
