24 July 2024
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Second hand shopping for men? That’s very easy in Amsterdam! Although the second hand market is still aimed at women, many second hand and vintage stores also offer a preloved men’s collection. From thrift stores to designer garments and from vintage items to swapping second-hand clothing: men can also indulge themselves in vintage paradise Amsterdam!
BOAS Vintage
Vintage and upcycled jeans with social impact
For vintage, upcycled and unique jeans of high quality for men, 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 for men 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 for men 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 for men with 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!
The Swapshop
The clothing swap store for men in Amsterdam
With The Swapshop Amsterdam you can easily and sustainably breathe fresh air into your wardrobe. And men can also go to this great clothing exchange shop on the Haarlemmerdijk in Amsterdam! You can bring in your clothes and accessories that you no longer wear and give them a second life. In exchange for your donation, you will receive Swaps (points), with which you can choose a ‘new’ second-hand piece of clothing!
De Ruilhoek
Second hand brand and designer clothing for men
For second hand brand and designer men’s clothing, go to De Ruilhoek in Amsterdam South! This second-hand store has been a household name in Amsterdam since the 1970s and here you’ll find the latest Arket collection, as well as vintage Gaultier Jeans. All clothing is strictly checked for quality. The price is around 25/35% of the new price, so you can find the best pre-loved brand items for a fair price.
Tailors of Amsterdam
Quality vintage clothing for men
You can find high-quality vintage men’s blazers, jackets and blouses at Tailors of Amsterdam! This vintage shop is a hidden vintage gem on the lively Elandsgracht in Amsterdam. Owner Atilla Kiliç has travelled extensively over the years and worked as a maker of Italian suits and traditional Turkish clothing, developing a good eye for selecting high quality vintage items. You can also go to Tailors of Amsterdam for clothing repairs.
ReShare Store Amsterdam
Second hand clothing for men
Looking for beautiful and affordable second hand and vintage items for men in Amsterdam? Then visit the new ReShare Store on the Bilderdijkstraat in Amsterdam-West. In this store you’ll find a wide range of second-hand and vintage clothing, starting from 2 euros. The ReShare Store in Amsterdam is run by the enthusiastic floor manager Carla, who has an enormous passion for giving preloved clothing a second life.
Modestraat
Second hand clothing for men and swap boutique
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 swap boutique. Here you’ll find preloved clothing for men, women and children. Don’t have any clothes (with you) to exchange? No problem! You can also buy second-hand clothing here for a very small price of a few euros.
De Lokatie
Thrift store with second hand store for men
At Kringloop De Lokatie you’ll find second hand clothing for men, women and children. They have 3 locations in Amsterdam: in Amsterdam East, on Distelweg in Amsterdam North and on Buikslotermeerplein in Amsterdam North. In these thrift stores you’ll find second hand clothing for small prices as well as second-hand furniture, books and accessories. All clothing is collected and sorted by De Lokatie itself. This way you extend the lifespan of clothing and save CO2 emissions!
Weggeefwinkel New Life West
Social store with (free) second-hand clothing for men
You can also go to Weggeefwinkel New Life West for second hand clothing for men! The unique thing about this second hand store is that the first seven pieces of clothing are given away for free. From the eighth piece onwards you pay a donation of at least 1 euro per garment. Those who have more money available can donate more, so that people in poverty who need it the most can continue to come here and choose ‘new’ second-hand clothing. The store in Amsterdam-West was founded with a social mission, runs on volunteers and welcomes everyone.
