12 October 2024
More sustainable shopping in Aalst: discover 6 hotspots
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Get to know the best second-hand, preloved and vintage stores in the vibrant city Ghent.
Are you planning to go shopping in Ghent? Then definitely add these cool second-hand stores to your list of hotspots! From stylish and contemporary shops with preloved clothing for women and little ones to cosy second-hand shops with affordable prices, there are suitable hotspots for everyone. Go shopping with COSH in Ghent and discover the best second-hand shops where you’ll not only find a cool outfit, but also contribute to reuse and a better environment.
Stylish vintage clothing with a modern touch
Would you like to shop second-hand more often, but is searching for hours in a huge pile of second-hand clothing not your thing? Then the stylish preloved boutique Just Waldo is something for you. From beautiful knits to timeless white blouses and high-quality trench coats from mainly Italian brands such as Jean Paul Gaultier. The collection is classic, timeless and stylish with a modern touch. Combine a vintage or pre-loved item with an upcycled garment. In the atelier of Just Waldo, unique, pre-loved and upcycled garments are also created, originating from Italian suppliers.
Stylish second-hand kids clothing
Second-hand children’s clothing old-fashioned or not stylish? No way! The stylish second-hand boutique Terra Cotta shows that second-hand clothing for children and babies is definitely something for modern families! The collection consists of brands for children up to 10 years old where quality, style and comfort are paramount, including Petit Bateau and Tiny Cottons, but also affordable yet high-quality clothing from Hema, Zara and Zeeman. All clothing is carefully selected and screened before it goes into the store, so you can shop here for your little one without any worries!
Retro clothing, both new and second-hand
Does the clothing style from the sixties and seventies make your heart beat faster? Then SeventyOne is the place to be! If you are looking for flared trousers or a typical dress from the sixties, then you have come to the right place. As the name already suggests, you can buy or sell retro clothing here. Seventy One offers a wide range of new and second-hand clothing in retro style. Dive into the second-hand department where you’ll find beautiful, high-quality pre-loved clothing or discover SeventyOne’s own brand, or other brands such as King Louie and Very Cherry that produce in a more conscious and fair way.
Second-hand clothing for children, teens ánd women
Closet Stories is a trendy second-hand store where both mothers and their children can shop for a preloved outfit. The collection includes second-hand clothing and shoes for both children and adults. Have your children outgrown their clothes? Then you can bring them in yourself! They prefer Belgian brands such as Bellerose, Filou&Friends and Morley, but other brands of good quality and in good condition are also welcome. Closet Stories sells the clothes for you and you receive a percentage of the sales price! This way you contribute to reuse and you also earn something from the clothes.
Thrift store with second-hand items at affordable prices
Second-hand shopping at a lower price? It is possible at the Oxfam Shop in Ghent. In this second-hand shop in the heart of Ghent you’ll find an wide and daily changing collection of clothing, shoes, accessories, books, interior items, toys, electronics and more. Shopping at Oxfam is not only good for your wallet, with your purchase you also support Oxfam projects worldwide, you buy more sustainably and you contribute to reuse.
Aftercare and repair service for quality items
Second-hand shopping is sustainable, but did you know that repairing clothes, shoes or accessories is even more sustainable? Get to know the innovative concept of HoiHoi, a professional repair service where you can breathe new life into your beloved pair of shoes or bag. You don’t live in Ghent, but you still want to use the repair service? This is possible with the fully digital service: upload photos of the item that needs to be repaired via the HoiHoi website, receive a quote for the repair and you can send the item. A little later you’ll receive the item back like it’s brand new!
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