Springygirl: The Secondhand Boutique on Central Avenue
Springygirl doesn't take your old clothes. It's the first thing that surprises people about a secondhand shop, and the reason is better than the rule: the racks are bought from nonprofits, so every pass through the store sends money somewhere useful before the clothes ever reach a hanger.
What's on those racks is gently used women's clothing and accessories, hand-picked one piece at a time. Nothing arrives in a case of twelve. That's the whole proposition, and it's why regulars treat a visit as a hunt rather than an errand.
What it's like inside
Small, full, and loud in the good way. Color everywhere, racks packed close, a wall of clothing above the racks. One shopper review the shop publishes describes sizes running from small up to 4X, which isn't a given in a store this size.
Spring, who runs it, is the sort of shopkeeper who'll pull something off a rack you'd have walked past. The reviews she chooses to put on her own site all say some version of that, which tells you how the place works: you're not left alone with the racks unless you want to be.
Everything is one of a kind by definition, so the stock turns over constantly. Come back in three weeks and it's a different shop.
It's also a shop that rewards a walk rather than a trip. 13130 Central Avenue sits in the middle of the downtown block, so a Saturday afternoon here can take in the boutique, a couple of doors of antiques and glass, and lunch, without moving the car.
Hours and finding it
Springygirl is at 13130 Central Avenue, in the middle of the downtown block. It's open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, noon to 5. Phone (831) 704-2994.
There's no online store. Everything happens in the room, which is the point: the fitting room is where the shop earns its regulars.
If you join the Style Club by email, the shop sends $10 off a purchase of $20 or more, plus occasional notes about new arrivals. New stock shows up on Instagram between visits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Springygirl?
13130 Central Avenue, Boulder Creek, CA 95006. Phone (831) 704-2994.
What are the hours?
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, noon to 5. Closed Monday through Thursday.
Is it a thrift store?
No. It's a curated secondhand boutique. Pieces are hand-selected and sold in good condition rather than sorted by the bin.
Can I bring in clothes to sell or donate?
No. Springygirl doesn't take consignments or clothing donations. Inventory is purchased directly from nonprofit organizations.
Can I shop online?
Not currently. The shop is in-store only.
What sizes does it carry?
A shopper review published on the shop's site describes sizes from small to 4X. Stock changes constantly, so what's on the rack on any given day varies.
Last reviewed August 6, 2026. Address, phone, and hours come from the shop's own site. Stock is one of a kind and turns over quickly.
For the rest of the downtown shops, see the essential shops guide and the gift guide. Two doors' walk away are Wild Lilith and Beck's Shoes. Browse the business directory. Something out of date? Tell us.
