Thrift Store Etiquette: Rude or Just an Unwritten Rule?

Every thrifter has encountered some questionable behavior at the thrift store, but where do we draw the line between bad manners and unwritten rules?

In this episode of Thanks, It’s Thrifted, Dina puts Shannon on the spot with a series of thrift store etiquette dilemmas. From abandoned shopping carts and crowded aisles to fitting room habits and questionable shopping behavior, we’re deciding what’s rude, what’s acceptable, and what depends on the situation.

What’s the rudest thing you’ve witnessed at a thrift store? And is there an unwritten thrifting rule you think everyone should follow?

Volunteers of America (VOA) Thrift is opening a brand-new thrift store in Ontario, Ohio! Join them for their grand opening on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 876 N. Lexington-Springmill Road, Ontario, OH 44906.

Good news for Mansfield shoppers: the existing Mansfield VOA Thrift store will remain open!

Mark your calendars and add this new thrift store to your next Ohio treasure-hunting trip. Visit the VOA Thrift website for more information.