The shopping guide for more sustainable fashion, clothing repairs and food in Amsterdam Nieuw-West

The vibrant hub of creativity isn’t only within the ring road of Amsterdam, but also Amsterdam Nieuw-West is thriving with original, more sustainable hotspots! Whether you’re looking for local and more sustainable fashion brands, places to breathe new life into your favorite clothes or simply want to enjoy a delicious lunch, this neighbourhood offers everything for the more conscious shopper!

We’ll take you on an inspiring shopping route with 5 local fashion brands, 5 locations where you can get your clothes repaired and 2 delicious spots where you can eat more sustainably. Put on your favourite sneakers and discover what Amsterdam Nieuw-West has to offer!

Tweedehands in Amsterdam Nieuw-West

Kringloop Muna

Kringloopwinkel gerund door vrouwen uit de buurt

Toen de laatste kringloopwinkel van Amsterdam Nieuw-West afbrandde, had de wijk drie jaar lang geen plek om kleding te doneren of tweedehands te snuffelen. Angie, Lisa, Ruby en Zohra, vier buurtbewoners, losten het zelf op en openden in juni 2023 Kringloop Muna. De naam komt van het Arabische woord voor wensen en gemeenschap, en dat is precies wat deze plek is: een kringloopwinkel, buurtcafé en huiskamer in één.

Bij Muna vind je tweedehands kleding, boeken, platen en woonaccessoires, allemaal gedoneerd door buurtgenoten en bewust betaalbaar geprijsd. Omdat er dagelijks spullen binnenkomen, ziet het aanbod er nooit twee keer hetzelfde uit. Blijf gerust hangen in de koffiehoek, met koffie van Steans Beans en huisgemaakte veganistische en glutenvrije lekkernijen. De winkel wordt volledig gerund door vrouwen uit Nieuw-West en groeide via mond-tot-mondreclame uit tot een echte ontmoetingsplek, met wekelijkse workshops en zelfs een nominatie voor de Onarm Prijs. Honden en laptops zijn welkom, dus kom zeker eens snuffelen.

5 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 is an absolute must-have. 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? Visit their store and showroom on Bos & Lommerweg in Amsterdam Nieuw-West and discover the collection up close.

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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 dye solutions for textiles, garments and unsold inventory, and collaborates with scientists and brands to create a cleaner fashion industry.

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Breathe new life into your clothes with clothing repair: 5 professional tailors in Amsterdam Nieuw-West

Instead of immediately throwing away worn or damaged clothing, more and more people are choosing to repair it – and this is such a good thing! Because a loose hem, broken zipper or small hole is no reason to throw your favourite garment away. With a (simple) repair, you can significantly extend the life of your clothing and save resources, energy and waste. In Amsterdam Nieuw-West, you’ll find several professional tailors ready to breathe new life into your clothes. Repairing is not only more sustainable but often surprisingly affordable as well.

• OBA NaaiAtelier Slotermeerlaan: you can now also have your clothing 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.

Bewuster pauzeren: hier wil je eten

Take a conscious break: at these 2 more sustainable hotspots you’ll definitely 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 stop 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 more mindful break with a view of the water and meadows.

Also discover these other shopping guides for Amsterdam:

• Discover the more sustainable hotspots in Amsterdam 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
• 18x more sustainable shopping in the centre of Amsterdam