The best local shops in State College

10 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Harpers

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Harpers has been dressing State College since 1926, with made-to-measure suits, a legit tailor shop for alterations, personal shopper help,…

224 E College Ave

“Harpers has been dressing State College since 1926, with made-to-measure suits, a legit tailor shop for alterations, personal shopper help, and even tuxedo rentals when life throws you a black-tie curveball. Plus plenty of everyday menswear and womenswear, and Penn State gear in their Harper's Varsity Club.”

From the State College newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Spectacles F.Y. Eye

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Spectacles F.Y. Eye is the small-shop optician locals rave about, with Dr. Haloua and a super kind team that actually listens. Schedule a…

138 W College Ave

“Y. Eye is the small-shop optician locals rave about, with Dr. Haloua and a super kind team that actually listens.”

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Lion Surplus

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Discount store featuring used furniture, office equipment, and electronics.

The Pennsylvania State University, Salvage Warehouse, 653 Services Rd

“Discount store featuring used furniture, office equipment, and electronics.”

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Talbots

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Women's apparel chain offering workwear, dresses, casual clothes & accessories in classic styles.

1341 S Atherton St #333

“Women's apparel chain offering workwear, dresses, casual clothes & accessories in classic styles.”

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Shoe Dept. Encore

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Retail chain stocking casual, dress & athletic shoes for men, women & kids, including name brands.

Trader Joe's Plaza, 221 Patriot Ln

“Retail chain stocking casual, dress & athletic shoes for men, women & kids, including name brands.”

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Ocean State Job Lot

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Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.

2222 E College Ave

“Retail chain for household goods, clothing & grocery items at closeout prices.”

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LOFT

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Women's apparel brand known for its careerwear, dresses & separates in contemporary styles.

19 Colonnade Way

“Women's apparel brand known for its careerwear, dresses & separates in contemporary styles.”

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Connections

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Fashion retailer providing stylish causalwear, intimates & accessories for young women.

130 S Allen St

“Fashion retailer providing stylish causalwear, intimates & accessories for young women.”

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Kid to Kid State College

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Consignment chain with a range of used apparel, shoes, gear & toys for babies & children.

176 Rolling Ridge Dr

“Consignment chain with a range of used apparel, shoes, gear & toys for babies & children.”

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The Family Clothesline

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Longtime souvenir store with licensed Penn State jerseys & other clothing for men, women & children.

352 E College Ave B

“Longtime souvenir store with licensed Penn State jerseys & other clothing for men, women & children.”

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