A new shopping experience is coming to downtown Orillia as Tales of Two Closets Curated Thrift Store prepares to welcome customers with a grand opening on Saturday, June 6, followed by an official ribbon-cutting celebration on Saturday, June 27.
Located at 64 Mississaga St. E., in the heart of downtown Orillia, Tales of Two Closets offers a boutique-style thrift shopping experience featuring carefully selected, high-quality pre-loved clothing and accessories. Unlike traditional thrift stores, each item is thoughtfully curated, washed, and steamed before reaching the sales floor, creating a clean, welcoming, and enjoyable shopping environment.
The grand opening will take place on June 6, 2026, beginning at 9 a.m., with guests invited to browse the store’s unique inventory while enjoying refreshments, including platters provided by Kathy’s Bakery.
The official ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held on June 27 at 12 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend, meet the owner, and explore the store’s collection.
The celebration coincides with the second annual Delicious Days of Summer festival, taking place throughout downtown Orillia from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., making it the perfect opportunity for visitors to discover both the festival and one of downtown’s newest businesses.
Owner Kelli Felice says opening the store has been a longtime dream inspired by years of working in retail and building connections with customers.
“I’ve always loved the face-to-face connections that come with retail. Those experiences inspired me to open a business of my own. I knew I wanted to be in downtown Orillia, and when I found this location on Mississaga Street, I knew it was the perfect fit,” said Kelli.
Beyond offering affordable fashion and unique finds, the business is committed to promoting sustainability by giving pre-loved items a second life.
“Every item has a story, and we’re giving those stories a new chapter. By shopping second-hand, we’re helping keep quality items out of landfills while creating an affordable and enjoyable shopping experience for our customers.”
Tales of Two Closets is a for-profit business that has partnered with The Lighthouse, an organization that holds special meaning for the owner. The partnership reflects the store’s commitment to supporting the community while encouraging responsible consumption and reuse.
The store will also accept donations of quality items. To ensure donations are managed responsibly and respectfully within the downtown core, donors will be asked to arrange drop-offs during designated times once the business is fully operational.
“We’re excited to welcome Tales of Two Closets to downtown Orillia,” said Tarah Harper, membership co-ordinator for the Downtown Orillia BIA. “This new business brings something unique to our downtown shopping experience while supporting sustainability and community connections. We encourage residents and visitors alike to stop by, meet the owner, and discover everything this beautiful new shop has to offer.”
Residents and visitors are encouraged to attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 27 and make a day of it by exploring the many vendors, activities, and attractions taking place during Delicious Days of Summer.
For more information, visit Tales of Two Closets in downtown Orillia or follow them on social media for updates.
About Tales of Two Closets
Tales of Two Closets is a curated thrift boutique located in downtown Orillia and operated by Kelli Felice with the support of her husband, Joe. The store offers a boutique-style shopping experience featuring carefully selected pre-loved clothing and accessories, with a focus on sustainability, affordability, and giving quality items a second life.
