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Udelco

3.5(50 reviews)

Address

210 6th Ave, Hawthorne, New Jersey, 07506

Contact & Hours

Hours

Monday10AM-5PM
Tuesday10AM-5PM
Wednesday10AM-5PM
Thursday10AM-5PM
Friday10AM-5PM
Saturday1-5PM
SundayClosed
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About This Store

Udelco: A Vintage Clothing Treasure Trove in Hawthorne, New Jersey

Udelco is a unique vintage clothing store located in Hawthorne, New Jersey that has captivated shoppers with its impressive inventory and chaotic, yet organized, shopping experience. As one reviewer describes, it is "overwhelming in the best way" - the store is filled with an "insane quantity of donated materials" that are meticulously sorted and resold at very reasonable prices.

What sets Udelco apart is its commitment to providing high-quality, authentic vintage clothing and accessories. As one customer notes, "this was not some bargain bin with stained crap thrown in - these were nice quality clothes, sorted very specifically and resold for a VERY reasonable price." The store's organization is praised, with labeled bins and boxes allowing shoppers to easily peruse for specific items like jeans, leather goods, and even military uniforms.

Customers rave about the unique finds at Udelco, from "paint splattered denim cargos" to "deadstock" pieces still with original tags. One stylist and wardrobe designer who has been shopping at the store for over a decade calls it their "best vintage finds" compared to shopping around the world. Another shopper found their "dream cardigan and leather jacket" at Udelco, highlighting the store's ability to deliver one-of-a-kind vintage treasures.

The shopping experience at Udelco is described as "chaotic" and "part of the fun" by customers who don't mind digging through boxes to uncover hidden gems. As one reviewer puts it, "it isn't the best as far as organization haha, and yes everything is just piled in boxes, but it makes it all the more fun." The staff is praised for being "friendly and patient" in assisting shoppers.

Udelco's loyal customers appreciate the store's authenticity and commitment to providing a truly unique vintage clothing experience. As one shopper summarizes, "If I could leave 6 stars I would. The shopping experience is easy as the way everything is organized you can find exactly what you are looking for."

Customer Reviews
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Dee Kelly

Dee Kelly

Overwhelming in the best way! I was bowled over by the insane quantity of donated materials they had, and more importantly, how organized it all was!!!! This was not some bargain bin with stained crap thrown in- these were nice quality clothes, sorted very specifically and resold for a VERY reasonable price. My eco-conscious heart swooned. I even got a bunch of fabric, how cool is that!!! Loved it and can’t wait to come back to keep digging. The staff were friendly and patient too, very hands off but if you needed help they’d be happy to oblige.

Owner Response

Hi Dee Glad you enjoyed shopping at Udelco. Thanks for your review. Everything at Udelco is purchased by us from many companies. We do not take donations or sell donated clothing.

K C.

K C.

Went here with a friend of mine and our teenage kids. Definitely needed more time to explore, but you can definitely find many things here!! I’d say pricing is a bit higher than other thrift locations, but then again prices have gone up everywhere nowadays!! It is CASH only, but I saw an ATM there. We were wanting to see camo & hunting style clothes. So many boxes!!! My son wanted to look through a box, but it was placed at the very top shelf. In the end we walked away with a pair of men’s shorts, 2 genuine leather belts with interesting buckles, and small accessories totaling to $40. Would I visit again? Yes! But possibly during a time when I know it won’t be crowded.

Owner Response

I'm glad you enjoyed your shopping trip. Saturdays are usually the busiest. Next time, ask someone and they will take the boxes down for you. Thanks for your review.

Louis Marra

Louis Marra

A magical place! What makes this place so unique, is that it is rather chaotic, (in the same way that one of those "I spy" books you might have read as a child were). It isn't the best as far as organization haha, and yes everything is just piled in boxes, but it makes it all the more fun. I personally scored some really unique, authentic military uniforms from this place, as well as a huge selection of other random pieces. Their prices are not the cheapest, but that's okay, cuz when you find that super unique Joe Camel, windbreaker that your uncle had 40 years ago, for $15, it's well worth it. To all those saying it smells like cigarettes, grow up lmao

Owner Response

Glad you liked shopping with us! Thank you for your review.

Gavriela M

Gavriela M

I've been coming here on recommendation from a friend. I like how it's organized - you have some of your more choice items hanging up and easy to access, but also much, MUCH more if you're willing to look. Part of the fun is definitely in sifting through the boxes looking for what you want. All of their bins and boxes are labeled, so you can peruse for a certain type of item instead of aimlessly looting through piles. Unfortunately for myself I'm extremely picky so I haven't found many items I fancy, but I will keep coming back to find them! The prices are more than fair, making it well worth it if you can find what you're looking for. They have lots of jeans and leather goods if you're especially looking for great deals on those.

Owner Response

Thank you for your review. So glad you enjoyed your shopping!

Leslie Padoll

Leslie Padoll

I have been shopping at Udelco since at least 2011 so I figured it was about time to leave a review. If I could leave 6 stars I would. The shopping experience is easy as the way everything is organized you can find exactly what you are looking for. I am a wardrobe designer and stylist with very specific ideas when I’m shopping. So, for me, I already know what I want and 10/10 times I find it here as the boxes are clearly and specifically marked with what the contents are. I have moved away over the years but my job has me traveling now and I always plan the detour to shop twice a year when I’m in NYC. Renting a car for the day or even ubering either a few friends is worth the cost when the cost of stuff is so fair. I have a friend who lives in LA but now only shops here since he is rather tall, and it’s the only place he has EVER found jeans that fit. Note: they have a kids and a big&tall vintage section. I’ve brought numerous celebrity clients to shop and they all have left with huge hauls and continue to come back. Here is what to expect: everything is as is. But that’s the beauty of it all. I’ve found paint splattered denim cargos that would sell for $100’s in the city from a designer brand for $15. My favorite denim pieces, all from here. I’ve found pieces with the vintage tags still on it. I get the most compliments on a pair of deadstock cargos I got my last trip, so this trip I bought them in every color they had. I’ve found pieces that needed a little tlc or tailored but well worth it when they are staples in my closet. I travel the world shopping and my best vintage finds have come from here and Japan. Pro tips: bring cash and some reusable shopping bags to carry your stash.

Owner Response

Thanks for your review and for your loyalty!!

Christina

Christina

Fantastic place to find lots of cool stuff! Great thrift store and cool people who work there. Definitely worth the trip. Bring cash

Owner Response

Glad you enjoyed your shopping trip to Udelco. Thanks for your great review!

Latrece Hagans

Latrece Hagans

This place is a hidden gem!!! They have absolutely anything (vintage clothing related) that you could possibly think of. The staff is extremely helpful and the owner is super kind.

SelenaFromGeico

SelenaFromGeico

You will find unique pieces. I found my dream cardigan and leather jacket here. Staff is friendly!.

Kaila M

Kaila M

very happy with this store. if you don’t want to sift through boxes to find stuff, i don’t recommend shopping here, but in my opinion that’s all part of the fun. yes, it can take some digging, but i’ve had some really great finds here. they have great flannels, they have a lot of sweaters and sports/ college sweaters. they also have a pretty good selection of pants. some of their items are damaged or stained, but i personally am willing to overlook a small stain if i like the clothing enough. they have a lot of unique finds, and a lot of genuinely vintage clothing.

Susan Gish

Susan Gish

I think the place is great! It's definitely for hardcore thrift shoppers. We have found fun treasures there, but yes, you have to dig..but that's what it is all about! Our favorite? A sweater dress that has Christmas penguins all over it. OMG-LOVE IT!

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