Have you ever taken a walk through a grocery store aisle and spotted someone who looked like they had just gotten out of bed? We mean, someone literally in their pajamas. Or, maybe, you’re the one who has been guilty of such a fashion crime. Well, you might be surprised to know that it hasn’t always been this way.
Below are a collection of vintage photographs that will take you through different grocery stores across America throughout history, and it’s safe to say that these store-goers would never be caught dead in pajamas. From wider aisles and more elegant stores to small homegrown businesses, these fantastic photos reflect eras long past.
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