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While Portlandia pushed Portland’s weirdness into the public perception, the city isn’t all doughnuts, beer and naked bike rides—although those are things that the city is known for. Many aspects of Portlandia are obviously exaggerated, but one thing Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein absolutely nailed were the city’s ubiquitous thrift shops.
While the most recognizable streets in many cities are filled with luxury brands, Portland’s Mississippi Avenue and Belmont Street are lined with thrift shops selling a wide array of styles.

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