Who doesn’t like going thrift shopping now and then? Some of the best fashion items and hidden treasures can be found amongst the shelves and online pages of thrift stores today. Whether you’re into thrifting or not, chances are something in your home or apartment came from a thrift store.

If you’re looking to save money and get your hands on trendy items for the year ahead, here are some of the top shopping hacks for making the most out of your thrifting experience:

1. Timing:
Most thrift stores get their best donations over the weekend. It takes them about 1-2 days to process these items and get them out on the shelves. That means your best shopping days are Monday, but more likely Tuesday to make sure you’re benefitting from everything.

2. Off Season:
Just like your favorite department stores, you’re more likely to get deals on your favorite items when you shop off-season. That means bathing suit shopping in December, and sweat shopping in July.

3. Mix It Up:
It’s ok to check in the men and women’s aisles at thrift stores. Some of the best-kept items can be found hiding on the shelves of the opposite sex. Don’t limit yourself to just a few racks, there’s a lot to explore at thrift stores.

4. List:
Be sure to bring a list with you when you go shopping so you don’t get lost in the shelves of amazing clothing. Same with shopping online, you need to know what you want ahead of time, or else you’ll bring home items you didn’t really need.

Thrift stores are a wealth of unique and classic finds today. Explore your nearest thrift store.