The News
Welcome to RefindNYC by Housing Works! Dive into our news and views on sustainability, trends, and more, all based on our 30 years of experience curating the best Thrift Shops NYC has to offer.
Cape Cod Summer Classics
Cape Cod and chic summer fashion are practically synonyms. After a long weekend spent along the Cape with my family, I finally gained the understanding of why summer dressing in...
The West Village: Where Fashion, Creativity, and Community Meet
Every Housing Works Thrift Shop supports the same powerful mission: providing housing, healthcare, and lifesaving services for New Yorkers impacted by homelessness and HIV/AIDS. Yet each store develops its own...
Vintage Valentine's ❤️
Dear Valentine, In the midst of celebrating love in all its forms, don’t forget to treat yourself! This collection is an invitation to indulge. Statement pieces that transform the everyday....
R.J. Graziano: A Belt, a Bag, and a Standing Ovation
A Belt, a Bag, and a Standing Ovation Celebrating an Archival Gift from R.J. Graziano Some collections feel like a curtain call. Others feel like opening night. This one? A...
Quiet Confidence: Daniel's Staff Picks
This month’s Staff Picks collection explores the art of timeless dressing — thoughtful pieces that ground your wardrobe in simplicity, quality, and quiet confidence. Designed for those who appreciate a...
Shawna’s Staff Picks: Our Top Fall 2025 Fashion Trends
By Shawna Ferguson Cool nights, foggy mornings, and crisp afternoons. Fall is here and as the first leaves are changing, so are our wardrobes. Whether we’re unearthing a one-of-a-kind vintage...
Garden Party: Let Your Style Blossom
By Shawna Ferguson We’ve all know the phrase. Say it with me now. “Florals for Spring? Groundbreaking.” But, tropes don’t have to be cliche. Spring is a time of growth,...
New Romantics: Build the Perfect Boho Chic Look
Have a look at our most recent round of Staff Picks to find that perfectly delicate frock in our “The New Romantics” collection.