In need of a new look, but no money or desire to buy a brand new designer piece? Second-hand and vintage clothes offer the solution for anyone who prefers sustainability and authenticity to mass production. Vintage lovers can indulge themselves in Groningen, as the city has dozens of shops selling worn clothes. We list some great vintage clothing shops for you.
Van Gisteren Vintage
Oosterstraat 59 - At Van Gisteren Vintage, you're in the right place if you're looking for vintage clothing. From hats to jackets and trousers to accessories. The authentic premises on Oosterstraat exude nostalgia. It used to house a classic bridal shop, whose character has been preserved. Today, when you step inside, you seem to find yourself in a time capsule. With beautiful (on) clothes, characterful wallpaper and unique fitting rooms.
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ONDER de LINDE & Ten
Oude Kijk in Het Jatstraat 42 - ONDER de LINDE & Ten under one roof. One vintage walhalla of 160 square metres: from cool finds for a tenner to unique vintage designer clothes for a bit more euros. Also discover the 50% aisle, full of even more fun vintage gems! Time for a break? Relax in the cosy bar in the middle of the shop. A unique and cool concept for City, located in one of the most charming streets. Not in New York, not in Amsterdam, not in Paris. No, Groningen is the place to be.
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Stardust
Carolieweg 13 - For good and affordable vintage clothing from the 80s and 90s, Stardust is the place to be. For its remade vintage collection, Stardust collaborates with a number of very passionate studios and designers from Groningen. As a result, the shop always has original items hanging on its shelves. Besides vintage and remade vintage, you will also find a number of new brands.
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LILOS vintage
Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat 50 - Vintage clothes of high quality, that's what you can go for at LILOS Vintage. And here you don't have to search through mountains of clothes to find the gems. The clothes you find at LILOS are all specially selected and the shop is very well organised. Of course, this makes it harder to choose between all the beauty!
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Recessie
Oude Kijk in't Jatstraat 54 - Recessie is a clothes shop in Groningen specialising in worn clothes from the 60s, 70s and 80s. You can also find gala clothes and clothes for theme parties here. Recessie has been a household name in Groningen for over 10 years. Besides a permanent collection of jumpers, t-shirts, trousers and jackets, new items are added regularly.
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Vintage Kroy Classic Wear
Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat 35 - Vintage Kroy Classic Wear is a vintage, retro and second-hand clothes shop. For a pair of cowboy boots, a cool leather jacket or a fake fur coat, this is the place to be. Not only for women, but also for men, the range is very diverse. You don't expect it when you stand in front of the door of this little shop.
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Find
Damsterdiep 42 - At Find you will find exclusive second-hand designer, brand and vintage women's clothing. New beautiful and unique items are added to the collection daily. Find is located in a monumental building on Damsterdiep.
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Apple & Ei
Oosterstraat 25 - Apple & Ei has played a major role in the second-hand clothing industry for more than 15 years. A place where fashion and environmentally conscious customers convert their former favourite clothes into euros. This is how you help your fellow man and the environment by recycling clothes.
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ReShare Store Groningen
Oosterstraat 41 - ReShare Store Groningen is an initiative of the Salvation Army and encourages people to re-share clothes. The shop sells beautiful second-hand and vintage clothes for a fair price, and the coffee is always ready. This not only makes people happy, but also contributes to a healthier environment. By collecting and reusing textiles, Salvation Army ReShare creates employment opportunities for people distant from the labour market. Do you still have clothes gathering dust? Donate it here and make someone else happy!
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Retro and cool stuff
Scholtenstraat 9 - Visit Retro and Cool Stuff, the place for unique finds from the 1950s to the 2000s. In the shop, you'll find a special mix of vintage clothing. Throughout the years - durable, affordable and stylish, perfect for lovers of retro and cool stuff. Stop by and get inspired by the surprising assortment.
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Besides the above vintage shops, Mamamini has been a household name in Groningen's thrift scene for years. The shop has several branches spread throughout the city and thus a lot of choice in clothes, bags, shoes, belts and other accessories. Thrift shop GoudGoed leaves a selection of beautiful masterpieces to the vintage sleuths. GoudGoed is much cheaper than most vintage shops and, with a bit of luck, you will go home with a well-stocked bag for a pittance. Handmade products are designed and made at the GoudGoed Atelier. This works towards a better environment by upcycling or recycling materials in addition to unique designer pieces.
