13 November 2025
The coolest more sustainable fashion and lifestyle shops in Brussels
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Are you planning a shopping trip to Amsterdam soon? With COSH you’ll discover stores with a more sustainable offer throughout Amsterdam! The cosy streets of the centre of Amsterdam are packed with unique shopping addresses that support you in your more conscious lifestyle. For example, go shopping in the atmospheric Haarlemmerstraat or discover unique boutiques in the 9 streets of Amsterdam. With this shopping guide for Amsterdam Centre you can easily put together your own shopping route!
Discover fashion stores in and around the Haarlemmerstraat / Haarlemmerdijk
Brandmission
Boutique with more conscious fashion & lifestyle brands
At BrandMission at the Haarlemmerstraat you’ll find a wide range of fashion brands for men and women with a unique and more conscious story. Discover a carefully selected range of garments made from natural fabrics such as organic cotton, wool and hemp. Or discover the stories behind the makers and learn how your new garment is made. You’ll find the beautiful Brandmission store at Haarlemmerstraat 36.
OurCloset
Give your clothes a second life, without any hassle
Want to clear out your closet and contribute to a more sustainable fashion world? OurCloset on the Haarlemmerdijk makes selling your pre-loved clothes surprisingly simple. You simply rent a rack, drop off your clothes and they’ll take care of the rest – no stress about prices, no hassle with buyers or shipping. Each item is displayed on your rack in a stylish designed space, allowing it to truly shine. So, also if you’re looking for beautiful, pre-loved gems yourself, OurCloset is the place to find them!
RE-GARDE
Stylish and luxurious fashion label from Amsterdam
RE-GARDE is a slow fashion label from Amsterdam, founded by designer Lin Vermeire. The collections are designed in Amsterdam and made from high-quality and mainly natural materials. Many items are designed with prints inspired by a series of paintings. The collections are timeless, stylish, luxurious and can be worn season after season.
Curious about the RE-GARDE collection? There is no physical store, but you can visit the atelier in Amsterdam by appointment.
The Swapshop
Swap your clothes at this cool clothing swap store!
Would you like new items in your wardrobe, but would you rather buy fewer clothes? Go to clothing swap shop The Swapshop in Amsterdam! Here you can hand in old clothes and swap them for second-hand clothes from other swappers. The store is located in the cosy Haarlemmerdijk in the centre of Amsterdam, where you’ll also find many other vintage and more sustainable boutiques. The ideal sustainable location to add to your next shopping trip to Amsterdam!
Tally-Ho
Fashion store for the more conscious women
If you’re looking for a new outfit, there’s a good chance you’ll find it at Tally-Ho. At this spacious fashion store on the cosy Haarlemmerplein in Amsterdam you’ll find a mix of more sustainable and less sustainable brands for women. Owner Barbara is systematically making the store more sustainable, so this range is increasing! Are you specifically looking for natural materials or a more sustainable brand? Ask for it in the store and the friendly employees will be happy to help you.
Iris Nijenhuis
Unique, locally made jewellery from textile
Amsterdam jewellery designer Iris Nijenhuis makes unique jewellery from textiles. Her innovative designs are modular, which means that the different pieces of textile are put together like a puzzle, without fasteners such as glue. The pieces of textile are cut with a laser cutter and then put together by Iris herself. The entire design and production process takes place in her atelier in the centre of Amsterdam.
Iris Nijenhuis doesn’t have her own shop, but you can visit her studio in Amsterdam by appointment. Make an appointment in advance via her website.
Shop more sustainably in the 9 streets
King Louie
Vintage inspired (new) women’s clothing
Step into King Louie’s store in the 9 Streets of Amsterdam and find a colourful and feminine outfit! King Louie has been around since the 1980s and that vintage inspiration can still be seen in their new collections. The colours and prints give a romantic, modern and contemporary appearance, but also a timeless look! All the clothing is produced in a more ethical and ecologically responsible way.
Fashion stores with a more sustainable offer in the heart of Amsterdam
BOAS Vintage Kalverstraat
Exclusive, upcycled denim clothing
Are you a denim lover? Then this store is for you! BOAS Vintage Kalverstraat is the place where you can find unique, upcycled items from discarded jeans, jackets and other vintage denim clothing. The materials come from top brands such as Wrangler, Levi’s and Lee and would otherwise end up in landfill or be burned. Fortunately, BOAS Vintage turns them into new gems in which you can shine. The second store of BOAS Vintage is located on the Kalverstraat, right in the center of Amsterdam. They also have another store on the Prinsengracht.
MUD Jeans
Brand flagship store from more sustainable jeans brand Mud Jeans
At the Mud Jeans Brand Store, almost everyone can find a well-fitting pair of jeans from MUD Jeans, one of the most sustainable jeans brands in the Netherlands. As a MUD Jeans flagship store, a large number of different MUD Jeans models and sizes are in stock. The jeans are currently made from 40% recycled denim and the brand strives to make this 100%. In addition to finding a nice new pair of jeans here, you can also repair your old jeans here, or hand it in for recycling.
Nyn Vintage
Stylish and timeless pre-loved fashion
For those who love stylish and affordable pre-loved clothing, NYN Vintage is a true treasure trove. This carefully curated vintage store focuses on timeless, high-quality pieces with a minimalist aesthetic that fits effortlessly into any wardrobe. Each item is selected for design, material and sustainability — from natural fabrics to unique silhouettes that transcend generations. NYN believes that fashion should last, both in style and longevity, and is actively committed to positive change within the industry.
Rambler Studio
Social upcycling studio
At Rambler Studios Amsterdam on the Zeedijk, young talents get to work creatively designing, making and selling upcycled clothing. “Rambler studios empowers young Ramblers to design their own life through street fashion.” The studio is led by a team of Rambler Creative Coaches and Lifestyle Coaches with a focus on fashion design and social youth work. The Rambler Studio atelier/shop in the heart of Amsterdam is open from Monday to Friday.
Studio Koekoek
Craft materials and workshops for the modern DIYer
DIYers, pay attention! At Studio Koekoek in the centre of Amsterdam you can follow creative workshops, such as embroidery workshops, punch needle workshops or a smyrna knotting workshop where you make your own pillow. Would you rather start a creative project at home? In the store of Studio Koekoek you find a wide range of more sustainable craft materials, mostly of natural materials and produced in Europe, with which you can start your new DIY project!
Teym
Quality basic essentials
Looking for timeless, quality clothing for your wardrobe? Then you have come to the right place at Teym on the Prinsengracht. The Amsterdam brand Teym attaches great value to high-quality materials, high-quality production methods, fairer wages and European production. Their vision is that thanks to Teym’s clothing you can buy less, but better. In Teym’s store you can try the timeless basics first to make sure you are making a good purchase.
VEGA-LIFE
100% Vegan store with fashion accessories
Did you know that Amsterdam is one of the most vegan-friendly cities in the world? A perfect example of this is the 100% vegan store VEGA-LIFE in the heart of Amsterdam! Everything in this store is completely vegan and cruelty-free. Here you’ll find a wide range of vegan clothing, shoes, accessories, shower products, cosmetics, food, vitamins and even pet food for dogs and cats! In addition, attention is also paid to better working conditions for the people who make the products and the composition of the ingredients (for example, whether it is organic or fair trade).
Shopping more sustainably in De Jordaan
BOAS Vintage
Exclusive, upcycled denim clothing
As we mentioned before, BOAS Vintage is the ideal store for finding unique clothing that will make you stand out from the crowd. You’ll find the second BOAS Vintage store on Prinsengracht. With these upcycled denim pieces, you’re sure to make a statement. The collection is made from discarded jeans, denim jackets or other denim clothing items from top brands such as Levi’s, Carhartt and Dickies, which would otherwise end up in landfill. In addition, old vintage sizes are converted into contemporary, clear sizing. Vintage shopping is super fun, and doesn’t have to be difficult at all!
Lena Library
Rent clothes at this clothing library
Do you want something new or make your wardrobe more sustainable, without having to buy? At the clothing library LENA Library you can rent clothes from high-quality collections of emerging designers, more sustainable fashion labels and the most beautiful vintage items. At LENA you rent clothes without a subscription: each item costs a number of credits per day and you only pay for the days that you borrow something. So you are not tied to anything! Do you fall in love with an item? With the ‘try before you buy’ system you can also buy items!
OSKA
High-quality and comfortable women’s fashion
Wearable, high-quality and feminine clothing: welcome to OSKA, located in a historical building on the Prinsengracht. When you enter this beautiful store, you will immediately be welcomed and helped in your search for the perfect outfit that suits your body and style. The collection consists mainly of natural materials, such as GOTS certified cotton, linen, wool, hemp and lyocell. Looking for the same quality for a lower price? At OSKA you’ll also find a ReFashion collection, where existing collections are sold at more affordable prices.
Local brands from the centre of Amsterdam
Knits and Notes
Platform where crafts and music weave a story together
Knits and Notes is a unique initiative where creativity, sustainability and community converge. What began as a spontaneous knitting moment in a bar has grown over the past two years into a vibrant foundation that connects textile crafts with music, film and storytelling. Here, the tranquility of handicraft meets the rhythm of music — in workshops, jam sessions and events that bring young and old together. Knitting, crochet and upcycling are innovatively combined with female DJs, lectures on sustainability and intimate performances. Everything is done with second-hand materials and a passion for craftsmanship. Curious about Knits and Notes’ upcoming events in Amsterdam? Keep an eye on the calendar.
Saint Muze
Unique, upcycled streetwear
Streetwear with soul, style and a story – that’s Saint Muze. This unique brand transforms vintage sportswear, deadstock fabrics and denim into unique, handmade streetwear pieces with character. Every garment –from striking bags to reconstructed tops and denim skirts – is free from child labor, mass production and fast-fashion practices. With a focus on quality, creativity and ethics, this brand is a must-know for anyone who wants to express their style in a more conscious way. Well-known artists like Suzan and Freek also shine on stage in unique Saint Muze outfits!
Saint Muze doesn’t have a physical store in Amsterdam, but its roots lie in the heart of our capital.
Sisterhood Vintage
Unique jewellery made from recycled materials
At Sisterhood Vintage, you’ll find unique jewellery with timeless beauty and unique stories. Founder Sako carefully selects old glass beads and beads, often found at markets or forgotten in drawers, and transforms them into unique, handmade pieces with character. Sisterhood Vintage sells her distinctive designs exclusively at selected markets (sometimes in Amsterdam’s city center) and via Instagram.
Discover delicious, more sustainable food spots in the center of Amsterdam
Got hungry after a day of shopping? No problem! Amsterdam is full of delicious eateries where you can satisfy your hunger — also in a more responsible way! Be sure to stop by Thull’s Deli Zeedijk for lunch, where you’ll find homemade ferments, kombucha and delicious lunch specials. Do you love Middle Eastern and African food? Then the restaurant A Beautiful Mess on Oosterdokskade is the place for you. Treat yourself with a platter of flatbreads and dips, fresh shakshuka or homemade falafel. They also offer many vegetarian and vegan options!
