21 November 2024
A multitude of knitwear! Discover the cosiest sweaters at these stores.
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Amsterdam West is full of cool stores with a more sustainable offer! From beautiful Amsterdam fashion labels to local makers’ ateliers and vintage shops: the vibrant West neighborhood has it all! We recommend the best hotspots where you can shop more consciously in Amsterdam West.
Discover the Best Local Fashion Labels from Amsterdam
Made-to-measure clothing by using 3D body scanning
Atalyé
Are you looking for a garment that completely suits your body? At the Amsterdam based brand Atalyé, they understand that no body is the same! By using 3D body scanning technology, they make clothing that is perfectly tailored to your body. How does it work? Before you go shopping, first make an appointment to make a 3D body scan in the studio of Atalyé in Amsterdam West. This will give you your exact measurements. After this, you choose a garment from the collection, and your garment is made locally in Amsterdam!
Stylish raincoats from Amsterdam
BY BROWN
Looking for a more sustainable raincoat that will also make you look stylish? Take a look at the Amsterdam brand BY BROWN. Here, you will find exclusive, feminine, tailored rainwear that has been consciously designed and produced. The jackets are made of high-quality, responsibly certified, recycled polyester and coffee grounds. This technique ensures that they are breathable, comfortable and of course rainproof.
Would you like to see and try on the BY BROWN raincoats in real life? BY BROWN does not have its own store, but you can visit the headquarters in Amsterdam West by appointment from Monday to Thursday from 11 AM to 5 PM.
Colourful, locally made clothing from Javanese batik fabrics
Guave
Do you love traditional batik prints? Have a look at Guave! This Amsterdam-based brand is run by Romée and Myrthe, who both have a love for traditional Javanese batik. The batik fabrics are produced in a fairer way in small and independent factories in Indonesia. In this way, they contribute to maintaining this beautiful and traditional craft. The collections are produced locally in the Netherlands through a collaboration with Enschede Textielstad and Gildelab.
Guave does not have its own store, but you can visit the studio by appointment every Wednesday and Friday by scheduling an appointment via their website.
Colourful unisex clothing, locally made in Amsterdam
Logocomo
For highly expressive, colourful clothing, check out the Amsterdam-based brand Logocomo. The brand is also described as ‘Dopamine Dressing’ because these designs make you instantly happy! All garments are made locally in Amsterdam by designer Romy from more sustainable (leftover) fabrics. She also worked with the Kledingbank Rotterdam to upcycle second-hand clothing. All styles at Logocomo are unisex.
Curious about her collection? Logocomo does not have its own store, but you can visit her atelier in Amsterdam West by appointment.
Cool urban wear with a positive and social impact
Lovetrigger
The Amsterdam urban streetwear brand Lovetrigger works according to 4 core values: diversity, sustainability, positivity and social impact. The sweaters, hoodies, T‑shirts, jackets and accessories are mainly made from organic cotton and are produced locally in the Netherlands in a social manner. For the production, Lovetrigger works together with talented young people from a vulnerable environment and also older people with a background in textiles, who guide them to develop their skills and shape their future.
Curious about the collection by Lovetrigger? You are very welcome in the store/showroom at the Bos & Lommerweg in Amsterdam West.
Local, social and circular fashion brand from Amsterdam
New Optimist
At the Amsterdam brand New Optimist, fashion is not just about the clothes displayed in the store but about the entire manufacturing process. The collections are produced in their social production studio in Amsterdam West, according to circular design principles that cause as little pollution or waste as possible. The fabrics, hang tags and stitching are made from (recycled) organic cotton. In addition, the atelier offers workplaces at different levels, partly for people with a distance from the labour market and/or with a migration background.
New Optimist recently moved to a larger location in Amsterdam West, which serves as both headquarters and showroom. The collection can be seen and tried on by appointment from Monday to Friday, 10 am to 5 pm.
Clothing, accessories and gifts made by local makers from Amsterdam
The Maker Store
Looking for unique, locally made items? At The Maker Store you will find clothing, accessories and gifts from emerging local makers from Amsterdam. The collection consists of accessories, innovative artwork, fashion from more conscious local brands and more, all high-quality, fair trade and mostly handmade. The Maker Store is located in De Hallen Amsterdam and organises The Maker Market once a month, where different local makers from all over the country are given a place to show their handmade products.
Secondhand/Vintage Ladies’ & Men’s Clothing
Unique vintage clothing and concept store
Indianaweg
At the beautiful vintage shop Indianaweg at the Kinkerstraat, you’ll be mesmerised! You’ll discover the most exquisite curated vintage clothing from various decades, handmade jewellery, upcycled items, cards, natural cosmetics and nice plants and pots. All items in the store have been carefully selected by sisters Romy and Débra.
Affordable second-hand clothing, shoes and accessories
ReShare Store Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the place to discover second-hand and vintage shops. One of the places you should definitely not miss is the new ReShare Store Amsterdam at the Bilderdijkstraat. Here you will find very affordable second-hand and vintage clothing, shoes and accessories for women, men and children. The prices here start from 2 euros!
Quality, second-hand clothing with a modern twist
Studio Wolf
You probably already know owner Bente from her second-hand children’s store Otis en de Wolf. This store has been a well-known name on the Postjesweg for years and recently decided that it was time for a second store: Studio Wolf, the ‘grown-up’ version of Otis and de Wolf! In this vibrant store you will mainly find high-quality second-hand clothing from brands such as Sézane, GANNI and Isabel Marant. You will also find handmade and local items here, such as hand-knitted scarves and vases made from recycled material.
Unique, curated vintage clothing
Vintage Jungle
Looking for unique vintage gems? Then, make sure to visit Vintage Jungle on Witte de Withstraat. This vintage store is run by two sisters, Marlot & Imara, who carefully and lovingly select all the items. At Vintage Jungle, you can find folklore vintage pieces, Indian block print dresses, and extraordinary vests and jackets, among other treasures.
Secondhand store with a social mission
Weggeefwinkel New Life West
New Life West, a giveaway store in Amsterdam-West, was founded with a beautiful social mission and philosophy. What makes this thrift store special is that clothing is given away for free to those who are in dire need. Starting from the eighth piece of clothing, you can make a donation of at least 1 euro per item. If you have more money available, you can donate more, allowing people in poverty to comfortably choose new clothing they need from the store.
Shop (Second-hand) Children’s Clothing
Baby and children’s clothing, toys and accessories
Knotsknetter
Looking for beautiful, fair baby and children’s clothing from brands that often work with organic materials? In the cosy children’s store Knotsknetter on Jan Evertsenstraat they have a large collection of more sustainable brands such as Wander & Wonder, Piupiuchick, Ammehoela and Sproet & Sprout for children from 0 to 12 years old. You will also find beautiful toys made of wood or recycled plastic, accessories and children’s tableware from Liewood.
Second-hand kids’ clothing and toys
Lino & Moos
Is your child also growing out of their clothes so quickly? Then it might be smart to start shopping for second-hand children’s clothing. At Lino & Moos you’ll find second-hand (branded) clothing, books and high-quality toys for children from 0 to 12 years old, but also new children’s clothing from brands that work in a more sustainable way. And while you are shopping, the children can play in the play corner. Quite convenient!
Second-hand kids’ clothing, toys and books
Otis en de Wolf
At Otis en de Wolf, second-hand children’s clothing, toys, and books are given a new life. The cosy store is located on Postjesweg and offers not only second-hand items but also children’s clothing from emerging local designers, new toys made of wood or recycled plastic, and children’s books. While you shop, your children can play in the play areas or, during the summer, in the garden. This way, you can shop with ease and give the clothing a second life, which is great for the planet and your wallet!
Second-hand kids’ clothing, toys and books
Old West
At Old West, they show that second-hand doesn’t have to mean second-rate! Owners, Sofie and Floor offer a wide range of high-quality second-hand baby and children’s clothing in their store. Old West is located in the cosy Clercqstraat, the neighbourhood in Amsterdam West where, as you can see above, you should go for the best second-hand children’s clothing!
Rent your baby onesies and kids’ clothing
Red Orka
Is your baby also growing out of their onesies so quickly? Then it might be a smart idea to rent onesies from the Amsterdam label Red Orka! All onesies are made from high-quality organic cotton and are produced in a more ethical way in Europe. You can also rent baby clothes from other more sustainable brands at Red Orka, such as Mini Rodini.
Red Orka does not have its own store, but regularly organises pop-ups in Amsterdam West. Keep an eye on their Instagram page for updates!
Discover local makers’ ateliers
Learn how to make your own clothing in the cosy sewing cafe!
De Steek
Always wanted to learn how to make your own clothes? Then this is your chance! You can take sewing lessons, workshops and courses in the cosy sewing café De Steek. The store and sewing atelier in one is located near Westerpark and is founded by designer Natalie de Koning. You can go here for everything in the field of more conscious, self-made fashion!
Screen printing studio for unique and more sustainable printing
Twee Jongens
Twee Jongens is a screen printing studio that works in a more environmentally friendly way and where you can go for all kinds of unique printing work. They work for companies, brands and individuals, and owner Melle also gives live demonstrations of screen printing at schools and events. Curious about what makes this printing studio more sustainable? They screen print with water-based ink and print on clothing from more sustainable brands and vintage clothing. You can always bring in (second-hand) clothing for printing: we love upcycling!
Workshops with natural dyes
Roua Atelier
Do you want to learn how to dye textiles using natural and ecological dyes? Then, join a workshop at Roua Atelier! Roua is a true expert in the field of natural dyeing and during a cheerful and interactive workshop, she will teach you everything you need to know. She mainly works with dye baths made from natural indigo, madder, herbal tea or food waste such as avocado seeds and onion peels. The workshops are suitable for both adults and children.
