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.
De Straathond
Steenstilstraat 8 – Welcome to De Straathond. This is where you hang out with friends, show who you are and wear what suits you. A collection of unique vintage items and exclusive brands you won’t find anywhere else. Here, you can style it just the way you want. Whether you’re after that one-of-a-kind leather jacket, a retro tracksuit top from the ’90s or a designer piece with a story behind it – you’ll find it at De Straathond. The clothes on display here are just that little bit different from what you see in the big chains. And you can feel the difference. We can hear you thinking: yet another vintage shop in town? Think again. Not just another run-of-the-mill shop.
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Kilo Kilo
Vismarkt 18 - For €35 per kilo, stuff your bags full of vintage clothes. From leather jackets to oversized shirts. Find a gem among the clothing racks, weigh it down and contribute to a greener world. Still need a new pair of sunglasses for your next festival? They have a rack full here. If you find it hard to go on a search by yourself, you should take a look at the 'curated pieces' corner. There you'll find carefully selected items - a bit more expensive but that way you're sure to go home with something beautiful.
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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-quality, affordable vintage clothing from the ’80s and ’90s, Stardust is the place to go. For its remade vintage collection, Stardust collaborates with a number of highly passionate workshops and designers from Groningen. As a result, the shop always has original items on its racks. As well as vintage and remade vintage, you’ll also find a number of new brands there.
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LILOS vintage
Oude Kijk in 't Jatstraat 50 – For high-quality vintage clothing, head to LILOS Vintage. And here, you don’t have to rummage through mountains of clothes to find the gems. Every item of clothing you’ll find at LILOS has been specially selected, and the shop is very well organised. Of course, that does make it harder to choose between all the lovely things!
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Recessie
Oude Kijk in’t Jatstraat 54 – Recessie is a clothing shop in Groningen specialising in vintage clothing from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. You can also find formal wear and outfits for themed parties here. Recessie has been a household name in Groningen for over 10 years. As well as 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 small shop specialising in vintage, retro and second-hand clothing. If you’re looking for a pair of cowboy boots, a rugged leather jacket or a faux fur coat, you’ve come to the right place. The range is very diverse, not just for women but for men too. You wouldn’t expect it when you’re standing outside this little shop.
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ReShare Store Groningen
Oosterstraat 41 – ReShare Store Groningen is an initiative of the Salvation Army and encourages people to share clothes again. The shop sells lovely second-hand and vintage clothing at a fair price, and there’s always coffee on offer. This not only makes people happy but also contributes to a healthier environment. Through the collection and reuse of textiles, the Salvation Army’s ReShare creates employment opportunities for people who face barriers to the labour market. Do you have any clothes gathering dust? Donate them here and make someone else happy!
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Appel & 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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Felicità
Zwanestraat 18 – Felicità is a boutique where vintage and carefully selected second-hand clothing is given a new lease of life. The clothes are not chosen based on trends, but rather for their timeless appeal. Before you get your hands on the items in the shop, they have already been selected, checked and prepared for a new adventure. With an eye for fabric, fit, condition and character. Think of well-known brands such as Levi’s, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Hugo Boss, Studio Anneloes and many more. The range changes weekly.
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As well as the vintage shops mentioned above, Mamamini has been a household name in Groningen’s second-hand scene for many years. The shop has several branches spread across the city and therefore offers a wide choice of clothing, bags, shoes, belts and other accessories. The GoudGoed second-hand shop offers a selection of beautiful gems to vintage hunters. GoudGoed is much cheaper than most vintage shops and, with a bit of luck, you’ll go home with a well-filled bag for next to nothing. Handmade products are designed and crafted at the GoudGoed Atelier. As well as creating unique designer pieces, this helps to protect the environment by upcycling or recycling materials.
