The air carries that distinctive thrift store perfume – a complex bouquet of old books, fabric softener, and possibility. The shoe section deserves special recognition for defying the usual thrift store footwear curse. Photo credit: Thriftology, LLC. Earrings in every conceivable style – from delicate studs to shoulder-dusting statement pieces – wait to complement new outfits discovered elsewhere in the store. Photo credit: Thriftology, LLC.