Concept stores – not to be confused with pop-up stores – are not just about selling products. Their design and selection play an important role in the experience they wish to bring across, and have a special focus on a theme or lifestyle. Basically, they are about inspiration. We came up with some lovely addresses for Groningen concept stores, so enjoy.
YAYA Concept store
Vismarkt 40 – Enter one of the most beautiful buildings at the Vismarkt for some wonderful clothing made from the very best fabrics, nice gadgets and interior design items. In this beautiful, spacious and light shop, everything you see is for sale, from the tables to the stools in the dressing rooms. Feast your eyes and try to rein in that greedy streak.
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BIEN
Oosterstraat 54 – The BIEN concept store is filled with fashion, interior and lifestyle items, clothing and accessories, all from Dutch and Scandinavian brands. Concept store BIEN has an industrial ambiance and is a place of inspiration with a Scandinavian touch. Everything in the shop is for sale, from interior design accessories and cookery books to side tables and cushions.
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Tim-Tom
Nieuwe Ebbingestraat 19 – Tim-Tom is a vintage item concept store with a Scandinavian touch. In addition to vintage items, they sell house plants and second-hand design home interior items, from rare record players to fresh miniplants and from Scandinavian design to wonderful art prints.
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KOKOTOKO
Oosterstraat 26 – This is one of those shops for people who would like to make the world just that little bit better. It focuses on idealists who pursue fair wages and healthy working conditions in faraway countries and wish to encourage their own local economy. If you are looking for something special, you should know that the KOKOTOKO store has little to no stock, so chances are slim that you will see that lovely shirt you have just seen on someone walking in the city.
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“ "Get inspired in one of the unique concept stores." ”
