A classic leather jacket, a designer purse, a Monopoly game from the 80s, tuxedo pants: you name it and it might be at your local thrift store. In these tough economic times, thrift store shopping is becoming increasingly popular, with more interesting thrift stores popping up every day. But while buying used or “vintage” items can sometimes save you a few bucks (emphasis on sometimes), you still have to deal with headache of the shopping experience — never an easy feat during the holiday season. For your shopping convenience, below is an illustration of the 7 types of people you’ll encounter at the thrift store, and what they’ll be taking to the checkout line.

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