30 October 2024
Experience Cosy Nights in More Sustainable Pyjamas
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Did you know that Amsterdam is a real paradise for vintage-lovers? With over 25+ second-hand and vintage stores on the COSH! Amsterdam shopping map, discover the best shops with preloved clothing. From affordable second-hand clothes, unique vintage items or preloved designer items, we’ve grouped them all together for you.
Indianaweg
Vintage from the 70s and 80s
Head to vintage store Indianaweg for beautiful vintage items from the 70s and 80s, carefully selected by two sisters Romy and Débra. Both shops are filled with unique long bohemian dresses, glittery pieces, woollen jumpers, Laura Ashley blouses, kimonos and cool dungarees. The shop in Amsterdam’s cosy de Pijp district was such a great success that they decided to open a second shop: on Kinkerstraat in Amsterdam-West. Besides vintage clothes for women, they also sell plants, handmade and vintage jewellery, natural cosmetics and arty postcards.
Tailors of Amsterdam
High-quality vintage items
Tailors of Amsterdam is a hidden vintage gem on the lively Elandsgracht canal. Owner Atilla Kiliç has collected high-quality vintage items over the years during his travels around the world. Having worked for years as an Italian suit and traditional Turkish clothing maker, Atilla has an eye for quality and selects only the finest items for his shop. You can also head to Tailors of Amsterdam for clothing repairs.
Vintage Jungle
Vintage paradise with unique vintage items
Looking for unique vintage clothing? Then visit Vintage Jungle on the Witte de Withstraat in Amsterdam-West. The vintage shop is run by 2 sisters, Marlot & Imara, who curate all items with great care and love. At Vintage Jungle you will find folklore vintage items, Indian block print dresses, unique waistcoats and jackets from the ‘60s, ‘70s, ‘80s and more.
BOAS Vintage
Vintage and upcycled jeans with social impact
For vintage, upcycled and unique jeans of high quality, visit BOAS Vintage in the heart of Amsterdam. The vintage store is located opposite the Anne Frank House and contributes to a cleaner and socially responsible world with their unique concept. The store mainly stocks cool, upcycled jeans from renowned brands such as Levi’s, Wrangler, Lee, Dickies, Carhartt, Tommy Jeans and Hilfiger Denim, where they collaborate with talented designers to upgrade these jeans in a unique way. In addition, around 90% of the profits go to life-saving charities, such as The Against Malaria Foundation. These great actions match their slogan “Save jeans, save lives”.
Figo Vintage
The largest vintage store in Amsterdam
Recently, the largest vintage store in Amsterdam opened its doors: Figo Vintage. Located in an old factory on the Asterweg in Amsterdam-Noord, this cool vintage store offers a huge collection of vintage jackets, jeans, shirts, accessories, shoes and much more in different price ranges. You’ll mainly find Italian brands here, but also American classics such as Diesel, Levi’s and Miss Sixty. The interior of the store is also completely vintage, so also by setting up this store they make a positive impact by using what is already there!
De Ruilhoek
Second-hand branded and designer clothing
Since the 1970s, De Ruilhoek has been a household name in Amsterdam-Zuid when it comes to second-hand brand and designer clothes. Here you’ll find the latest Arket collection, as well as vintage Gaultier jeans. The second-hand clothing is strictly checked on quality. The price is around 25/35% of the new price, so you can find the best items here for a fair price.
Studio Onrust
Preloved clothing from high-quality brands
Do you already know this preloved store on the Haarlemmerdijk? At first glance, thanks to beautiful and careful styling, Studio Onrust appears to be a ‘normal’ boutique, but if you take a closer look, you’ll discover that all items are second-hand. Owner Carolien selects all items herself and pays most attention to high quality and quality brands. The preloved collection mainly consists of Italian brands such as Max Mara, Valentino, Ralph Lauren, Levis, Lee and Burberry.
Studio Wolf
High-quality second-hand clothing
Do you already know the ‘grown-up’ version of second-hand children’s clothing store Otis en de Wolf? In the summer of 2023. owner Bente opened her second store with second-hand clothing for women, called Studio Wolf. At this cheerful store on the Postjesweg in Amsterdam-West you will find second-hand clothing from beautiful quality brands such as Ganni, Sessùn, Denise Robool and Blundstone for a fair price.
Garment
Preloved clothing and sustainable brands
Why buy new clothes when there is already so much beauty to be found? Under this motto, Natasja started her shop garment, where she sells pre-loved quality clothes and sustainable fashion accessories. With great care and attention, she selects the most beautiful second-hand and vintage items, with prices ranging between 25 and 200 euros.
ReShare Store Amsterdam
Affordable second hand clothing
Looking for beautiful and affordable second-hand and vintage items in Amsterdam? Then visit the new ReShare Store on Bilderdijkstraat in Amsterdam-West. In this store you will find a wide range of second-hand and vintage clothing from 2 euros. The ReShare Store in Amsterdam is run by the enthusiastic floor manager Carla, who has an enormous passion for giving pre-loved clothing a second life.
The Swapshop
The clothing swap shop in Amsterdam
Breathe fresh air into your wardrobe in an easy and sustainable way with The Swapshop Amsterdam! At this clothing swap shop, in the centre of Amsterdam, you can bring in clothes and accessories you no longer wear and give them a second life. In exchange for your donation, you will receive Swaps (points), which you can use to pick out a ‘new’ second-hand piece of clothing!
Helly Second hand
Second-hand clothing boutique
This cute second-hand shop is a real household name in Amsterdam-Oost, and last spring it got a new name and owner after 15 years: Helly Second Hand! Head here for high-quality second-hand clothes – you’ll find something for everyone. Discover a fun mix of different styles, vintage, pre-loved, unworn and new items. In sizes extra small to plus size and for all genders!
Weggeefwinkel New Life West
Community support through (free) second-hand clothes
Free second-hand clothes? Yes, you read that right! The special thing about this second-hand shop, Weggeefwinkel New Life West, is that the first seven pieces of clothing are given to you for free. From the eighth piece onwards, you pay a donation of at least 1 euro per item. Those with more money can donate more, so those in poverty can come here and pick out ‘new’ second-hand clothes for free. The shop in Amsterdam-West was founded with a social mission, is run by volunteers and welcomes everyone.
De Lokatie
Thrift store with second-hand clothes
Kringloop De Lokatie has 3 locations in Amsterdam: in Amsterdam-Oost, on Distelweg in Amsterdam-Noord and on Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam-Noord. These thrift shops sell second-hand clothes at good prices as well as second-hand furniture, books and accessories. All clothes are collected and sorted by De Lokatie itself. Shopping here extends clothes’ lifespan and saves CO2 emissions!
Modestraat
Second-hand clothing and swap shop
The Modestraat in Amsterdam-Noord is a creative breeding ground where you can not only attend workshops or rent a spot in the atelier, but you can also swap second-hand clothing in the clothing swap boutique. Don’t have any clothes (with you) to exchange? No problem! You can also buy second-hand clothing here for very small prices starting from a few euros.
