14 October 2024
These are the best places for second-hand shopping in Aalst
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Are you planning a shopping trip to Aalst anytime soon and are you looking for nice shops with a more sustainable offer? Good news, because in Aalst they have several stores where you can shop in a more conscious way! Think of concept stores with more sustainable fashion brands, streetwear, local and social gifts, more natural care products and even a zero waste shop. We have listed 6 hotspots for you that you should not miss during your next shopping trip to Aalst.
Fonetik
Concept store with local, social and more sustainable gifts
Looking for a unique gift of a more sustainable origin? Look no further, because at Fonetik you’ll definitely find something. This cosy concept store in Aalst sells gifts, unique decoration and original accessories that are made in a social, more sustainable and/or local way. Step inside Fonetik and be inspired by original gift ideas with a mostly minimalist design such as bags by Ucon Acrobatics or O my Bag, more natural care products by Cîme, candles by Belgian design Stan Editions, more sustainable clothing and accessories by A‑dam and Colorful Standard. Or discover menstrual underwear by the brand Miokoo. You’ll find Fonetik in the cosy city centre of Aalst, in the Korte Zoutstraat.
Freedom
Streetwear store with more sustainable brands in Aalst and Dendermonde
Do you like stylish streetwear with skater influences? Then you can also go to Aalst! Discover Freedom, a cool streetwear store for both men and women with a real skate-shop allure. The brands are selected based on exclusivity, ecological responsibility and humane production. They offer both well-known and popular brands, as well as exclusive and smaller brands, such as Freitag, Brixton, Brava Fabrics, Carhartt, Dedicated and Mud Jeans. Freedom does everything to give you a relaxed shopping experience where you feel welcome. The chill music vibes and their enthusiastic, helpful employees will certainly contribute to this.
Do you live in the area ofAalst? Then also discover the Freedom store in Dendermonde!
Clothilde
More natural and vegan care products in Aalst
Do you love taking a moment for yourself and pampering yourself? Your skin deserves only the very best, and they know that at Clothilde. Here you’ll find skin care products from brands that only work in a more natural, vegan, transparent and ethical way. From make-up, mouth, hair and hand care, deodorant, accessories, perfume and nutritional supplements. Discover almost everything you need in daily life or during your caring me-time. Step into Clothilde and let them inform you about which products give you a healthier skin and a better cared for body without harming the planet. Or discover their fun and informative make-up and skincare workshops.
Tarra Verpakkingsvrij
Packaging-free supermarket in Dendermonde
Do you live near Dendermonde and would you like to make your groceries more sustainable? Then Tarra Verpakkingsvrij is the place for you! In this zero-waste store you’ll find a wide range of natural and organic food, mainly local, vegan, gluten-free and plastic-free. Get your glass jars out of the cupboard, because you can fill up dry food such as nuts, pasta, rice, flour, tea and oil in the refill stations! You have also come to the right place for zero waste care products, such as washable sanitary towels, shampoo bars, zero waste toilet paper and more natural cleaning products. Discover Tarra Verpakkingsvrij in Dendermonde for a more zero-waste lifestyle!
Philimonius
Cosy coffee bar and concept store with more sustainable products
Feel like a good cup of coffee after all that shopping? Visit the cosy coffee bar Philimonius on the Louis D’Haeseleerstraat in Aalst. They only work with carefully selected organic ingredients and you can taste it. From a high-quality cup of black coffee to a matcha cappuccino with a homemade cake, the choice is yours! While enjoying your coffee, take a look around the concept store full of more sustainable and handmade products, such as books, lifestyle products and fashion accessories. Whether you are looking for unique and eco-friendlier items, a relaxed atmosphere for shopping, or just want to enjoy a moment of rest, Philimonius has it all.
miokoo
Zero waste menstrual underwear from Aalst
Did you know that in Flanders, almost 3 million disposable pads end up in the landfill every day? Hygiene products are indispensable but unfortunately also create a huge mountain of waste! Fortunately, there are powerful women like Kathleen, the founder of the brand miokoo. Discover the high-quality, washable menstrual underwear from miokoo, without sacrificing beauty or comfort. Want to know more about these products? Read all about the menstrual underwear from miokoo.
