Secret Past
Address
2233 Front St, Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, 44221
Phone
+1 330-928-9999Loading map...
Secret Past is a beloved vintage clothing store located in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. The store has developed a loyal following among local vintage enthusiasts and collectors. The store is described as being "chock FULL of items to riffle through and ogle at," with a wide selection of vintage clothing and accessories ranging from the late 1800s to the 1990s. Reviewers praise the "incredible variety" of merchandise, noting that the items are "in fantastic condition" and "organized by decade." One customer remarked that the store's inventory is so impressive, they wish they "could transport her and the whole store back to FL" with them. The owner of Secret Past is consistently praised for her personable and accommodating nature. Customers describe her as "the sweetest & most personable woman" who is "quite friendly" and even offered a "slight discount" when a minor flaw was found on a purchased item. Several reviewers highlight the owner's deep knowledge of vintage fashion and her willingness to engage in "great conversation" about their shared passion for vintage collecting. While a few negative reviews mention issues with young children in the store, the majority of customers emphasize that the owner is simply protective of her valuable merchandise. As one reviewer noted, "if you can't handle your kids, don't allow them into establishments full of valuable items." Those who are able to "have a grip on [their] children" are welcomed warmly and encouraged to explore the store's impressive selection. Overall, Secret Past is described as a true gem for vintage enthusiasts, offering a treasure trove of unique and well-preserved clothing and accessories at reasonable prices. Customers consistently praise the owner's expertise, kindness, and dedication to preserving the history and stories behind each vintage piece.
11 reviews
Chrislyn Koch
The store is chock FULL of items to riffle through and ogle at. The prices seemed fair, and I was even given a slight discount when the owner found a spot on the hat I purchased that wasn’t originally noticed; I understand you can’t guarantee spotlessness on vintage pieces and was surprised and appreciative of her price adjustment. I notice other reviews about the negative interactions with the store owner, but can’t personally say she was anything less than kind and accommodating to me. Aside from being helpful, she was quite friendly too, as we even chatted for awhile about our mutual love of vintage items and the various pieces we’re each drawn to and have collected.
Alaina Jackson
Not too sure why negative reviews from moms with young daughters exist. I have a feeling they didn’t have a handle on their daughters because the owner is the sweetest & most personable woman. A lot of her items are quite valuable, I wouldn’t want kids or teenagers roughhousing in my place of business either. If you can’t handle your kids, don’t allow them into establishments full of valuable items & then run to Yelp & Google to say the owner is a miserable woman who hates kids & fun. If you have a grip on your children, I’m sure she’d love to have you. Great selection, great place.
Chloe Mason
This is my favorite vintage shop! I've been coming here since I was 14 years old so about 16 years. This is the store that started my passion for collecting vintage items. So many things to look at that have so many unknown stories! All are reasonably priced as well. And now I get to bring my daughter's with me. Although, our visits are a little chaotic when I bring my youngest as there is so much for her to get into-- All of my daughter's have begin to develop a love for vintage things because of this store! The owner is so sweet and always offers such great conversation!
Samantha Wiseman
I LOVE this shop! Cannot recommend it enough! She has an incredible variety of vintage and antique clothing ranging from late 1800s/early 1900s to 1990s. All of her prices are incredibly fair, the clothing is in fantastic condition, organized by decade. If I had the means to open a shop, it would be exactly like this. I got a gorgeous pink 1950’s dress for $24! The owner was incredibly knowledgeable and sweet as pie. I wish I could transport her and the whole store back to FL with me!
Caitlyn Appleman
Love love love this place! The vintage finds here are amazing and they have so much selection! The owner is really kind. And they are open late on the Downtown Cuyahoga Falls First Thursday events so you can stop in outside of their normal business hours.
Buddy Heffley
Nice people!
Cookie Cat
the lady who runs this shop is literally an angel on earth, i swear to god. the selection in this place is amazing and really wide. probably about the nicest place i’ve went to for clothing and accessories!! i get most of my stuff from here. i recommend this place SOOO much. 💕
Bonnie Napora
Fun fun fun
Mandie
Well considering it's Tuesday at 3:00 their sign says that they should be open no one was there. Very disappointed.
Sarah Michael
Took my daughter and her friends shopping for their homecoming attire yesterday. The theme is Hollywood, and they wanted to go vintage with it. Admittedly, the kids were excited and got a very giggly, and kind of loud, but they weren't hurting anything. At one point, my daughter tossed a handful of HER scrunchies that she had been wearing on her wrist out of the dressing room to getboyfriend, and the boyfriend, and he missed them. At that point, the owner, who had already been rude to them once, came over and started telling at them, and accusing them off throwing her things (which they weren't). Them she told by daughter's boyfriend (who was doing literally NOTHING but standing there) to get out, and told my that I needed to "learn to control my kids". I will never set for on there again. Judging from past received, she just hates young people and fun.