31 August 2026
Discover the more sustainable hotspots in Weesp
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Creativity doesn’t only buzz within the limits of Amsterdam’s ring road, you can find original, more sustainable hotspots in Amsterdam Nieuw-West too. Whether you’re looking for local designers, places to breathe new life into your favourite garments, or simply want to enjoy a delicious lunch, this city district has plenty to explore for the more conscious shopper!
We’ll take you on an inspiring shopping route past the only charity shop in the neighbourhood, 2 local fashion brands, 2 hotspots for natural textile dyeing experiences, 5 places to get your clothing repaired and 2 lovely spots to eat more sustainably. Put on your favourite trainers and discover what Amsterdam Nieuw-West has to offer!
Second-hand in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Kringloop Muna
Thrift shop run by women from the neighbourhood
When the last thrift store in Amsterdam Nieuw-West burned down, the neighbourhood was left without a place to donate clothes or look for second-hand finds for three years. Angie, Lisa, Ruby and Zohra, four local residents, sorted it out themselves and opened Kringloop Muna in June 2023. The name comes from the Arabic word for wishes and community, and that’s exactly what this place is: a secondhand shop, neighbourhood café and living room all in one.
At Muna you’ll find second-hand clothing, books, records and homeware, all donated by locals and deliberately priced to stay affordable. Because new items come in every day, the selection is never the same twice. Feel free to linger in the coffee corner, with coffee from Steans Beans and homemade vegan and gluten-free treats. The thrift store is run entirely by women from Nieuw-West and has grown into a genuine meeting place, with weekly workshops. This place even got nominated for the Onarm Prijs! Dogs and laptops are welcome, so you are more than welcome to come by for a browse.
More sustainable fashion brands based in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
BYBROWN
Stylish raincoats with a vision
Looking for a raincoat that’s not only functional, but also stylish and more sustainable? Then the Amsterdam brand BYBROWN comes highly recommended. This innovative fashion brand designs elegant, feminine rainwear that’s produced in a more responsible way. The coats are made from certified recycled polyester and… coffee grounds! Thanks to this unique combination, they’re breathable, water-repellent and surprisingly comfortable.
Although BYBROWN doesn’t have a physical store, you’re welcome to visit the studio on Ferdinand Huyckstraat in Amsterdam Nieuw-West. Simply schedule an appointment and visit them from Monday to Thursday between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM to try on and experience the full collection.
Lovetrigger
Streetwear with a mission
Cool, conscious and connecting, that’s Lovetrigger. This Amsterdam urban streetwear brand shows that fashion can be more than just clothing. With four core values – diversity, sustainability, positivity and social impact – Lovetrigger creates streetwear that matters. The collection includes sweaters, hoodies, T‑shirts, jackets and accessories made from organic cotton. Everything is locally and socially produced by talented young people from vulnerable backgrounds and older people with a background in textiles.
Getting curious? Discover the collection of this brand from Amsterdam Nieuw-West online.
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Roua Atelier
Dive into the world of natural dyeing
Have you always wanted to learn how to dye textiles with plant-based and eco-friendlier dyes? At Roua Atelier, you’ll discover the magic of natural dyeing. During a fun, interactive workshop, Roua — an expert in eco-friendlier dyeing — will guide you through the entire process.
You’ll work with dye baths made from indigo, madder, herbal tea, avocado seeds and onion skins. This is not only more sustainable, but also surprisingly colourful! The workshops are open to both adults and children, and perfect for anyone who wants to be creative and more mindful with textiles. A unique experience that combines craftsmanship, sustainability and fun.
Besides giving workshops, Roua also collaborates with (established) fashion brands to dye their collections in an environmentally friendlier way. And all of this in her own atelier in Amsterdam Nieuw-West!
Ilanga
Gives colour to textiles with food waste
Another inspiring company in Amsterdam Nieuw-West that works with natural dyes: ILANGA. Instead of synthetic dyes, this Amsterdam-based company opts for a radically different approach: creating colour from food waste. Think onion skins, avocado peels and coffee grounds transformed into plant-based pigments that are non-toxic, more sustainable and professionally applicable.
ILANGA offers natural dyeing solutions for textiles, garments and unsold stock, and works towards a cleaner fashion industry with scientists and brands.
Breathe new life into your clothes: 5 skilled tailors in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Breathe new life into your clothes with clothing repair: 5 professional tailors in Amsterdam Nieuw-West
Instead of throwing out worn or damaged clothing straight away, more and more people are choosing repair, and rightly so! Because a loose hem, a broken zip or a small hole is no reason to say goodbye to your favourite garment. With a (simple) repair you can significantly extend the life of your clothing and save raw materials, energy and waste. In Amsterdam Nieuw-West you’ll find several skilled tailors ready to breathe new life into your clothes. Repairing isn’t only more sustainable, it’s often surprisingly affordable compared to buying new clothing too.
- OBA NaaiAtelier Slotermeerlaan: you can now have your clothes repaired at the Amsterdam Public Library (OBA) on Slotermeerlaan.
- D‑Tailor: bring your clothes to this professional tailor on Johan Huizingalaan and they will be repaired or cleaned so they look like new again!
- Quality Kleding- en schoenreparatie: at this location in Osdorp, clothing and shoes are repaired with craftsmanship.
- Liyna Kledingreparatie & Stomerij: here you can not only have your clothing repaired, altered or cleaned, but also your interior textiles.
- Kledingreparatie Meetlat: have your clothes altered or repaired at affordable prices at Lambertus Zijlplein.
Discover more tips for treating your clothes more consciously in Amsterdam here.
Take a more conscious break: this is where you’ll want to eat
In Amsterdam Nieuw-West, you’ll find not only inspiring, creative fashion brands and professional tailors, but also more sustainable hotspots where you can enjoy delicious and more mindful meals.
Stop by the Fruittuin van West, a green oasis on the edge of the city where you can stroll among the fruit trees, buy locally grown fruits and vegetables and enjoy organic dishes in the garden café. Everything comes straight from the land and you can taste the difference. It’s also a place where inspiring events are regularly organised, so keep an eye on their calendar!
Or spend your break on the Zwarte Pad at Theehuis de Akermolen. This historic mill houses a charming teahouse with local, more sustainable products on the menu. Perfect for a relaxing break with a view of the water and meadows.
Also discover these guides for shopping in Amsterdam:
- Discover the more sustainable hotspots in Weesp
- The guide for shopping more sustainably in Amsterdam-West
- The best spots for more sustainable shopping in Amsterdam-Oost
- A more sustainable shopping day in Amsterdam-Noord: this is where to go
- 11 hotspots for more conscious shopping in Amsterdam-Zuid
- 20x more sustainable shopping in the centre of Amsterdam
