Makaila Desent opened The Clam Thrift Store in Wickford Village in the summer of 2025.

Desent aims to offer trendy, affordable clothing to Wickford shoppers.

The shop takes donations to keep its inventory constantly circulating.

NORTH KINGSTOWN – The Clam in Wickford is the newest addition to Rhode Island’s thrift store network . Owner Makaila Desent said she opened the store to provide younger shoppers with trendy clothing that she felt Wickford Village was lacking.

The Clam is a hand-picked thrift store that Desent said stands out for the quality of its clothing and accessories while maintaining affordable prices.

“I love thrifting, and I know that Wickford can be pretty pricey, and I wanted to offer something to locals, especially because I think Wickford is definitely geared t

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