Trader K's

Trader K's is conveniently located on the Commons. The atmosphere and service are friendly. I have sometimes found just what I needed there. 🌻

Every single time I've been in there, the customer service is either just ok, and sometime downright mean. I've talked with others about it, and that is a common feeling. It just feels like they don't hire for friendliness. I prefer to shop at other thrift stores the Mary Durham (?) one is excellent, they are super friendly and sales benefit women in need. I often get what I call "Cornell Lady" clothes, new high quality items that were worn by Cornell affiliated folks- by the quality of the brands.

Great summer finds! I usually go here for girls size 12/14/16 skirts and I get them for under $6!! Past weekend I got a brand name skirt for only $1.15.! Staff is very friendly and helpful store is clean and consigning here is a breeze. Very nice place for casual fun clothing. My mum usually finds nice things here as it's quite good for plus sizes as well as standard.

I have been shopping at Trader K’s pretty much my whole life. I’ve found some great pieces over the years at the store and continue to sell items that don’t fit me anymore or just aren’t my style. I always sell using store credit because you get more money back and then I can do some shopping! It is a little annoying sometimes to have a big bag of good brands and they don’t take them, but you have to remember that things must be in season and that they only have so much room for stock. I just bring back the good quality items a few months later! Some of the pieces I’ve found have been in my closet for years and after just recently starting a full-time job, I realized how many pieces I own from Trader K’s! Highly recommend because you can find some true gems. Just like any consignment or thrift store, you have to remember that it can be a hit or miss, but I think part of the fun is finding the good stuff!

The thing you have to be aware of when visiting Trader K's is that, unlike Plato's, it is a local business with limited storage capacities. So sometimes they'll pass on clothes in great condition simply b/c they already have too much of that type of item. They see a wide variety of clientele and as they are located right on the Commons they have to deal with people who are mentally ill or addicted to drugs quite often. Most of the angry reviewers are ones who tried to sell clothes, from what I've seen. I've seen lots of people get very upset over reasonable buying decisions by the staff. So take some of the incredibly angry one-star reviews of Trader K's online with a grain of salt. The men's section is the smallest, good to check out for a cheap dress shirt or casual tee. Can have some nice bags and high-quality shoes and sneakers as well. Women's section is a good place for juniors and adults to shop, and they have a range of purses from basic mall stuff to Dooney & Bourke. They have some jewelry and sunglasses most of the time as well. The kids' section takes up the other half of the store, I haven't gone through it but it seems to have a lot to offer, including a bookshelf of toys and books. Since the items are "curated," it can be a good place to shop if you hate rifling through acres of junk to get to one nice shirt. The prices are slightly higher than what you'll find at Salvation Army/etc to reflect that. You can find some nice shoes there if you look and they also have a good selection of FLAX. They also sell some of the ugliest Christmas sweaters around in the winter, and they have Halloween costumes and accessories as well! I'm semi-local and have gone there many times over the years. Overall a pretty cool place. Worth checking out!

Amazing selection, rotates frequently, funky fun bright clothes. I'm in the "twenty something stylish" set, and LOVE shopping here. Make sure you use their punch card because you'll save $25 after a certain number of punches. There's even a passable men's section (right!). Probably half of my wardrobe is from here.

I've been going to Trader K's for years and have enjoyed every experience . They treat you with respect and are very helpful in making each experience a pleasure. Thank you so much for being such a great store. With many grandchildren I have gone to the other stores that sell used clothing only to be greatly disappointed. Trader K's will not disappoint you.

The store itself is fine, the staff are nice, but the guy's section is very small and the pickings usually aren't that great. Often times the fabric is pilled up, and the items are off-brand or worn. Occasionally I get a good find and the prices are very reasonable.