Best vintage shops in London
We all love a bit of vintage every now and then but sometimes sorting the wheat from the chaff can be a chore and often I’ll find myself traipsing up and down Brick Lane looking at the same tat in every store. But fear not! I’ve started to put together a list of London’s hidden (and not so hidden) vintage gems so we can all achieve that effortless, unique ‘what this old thing?’ look.
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fionaskene wrote on 11-06-2011 “Some v.rude staff : totally up themselves! I would never return. A great shame, because in amongst the detritus there are some gems......” more...
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antisocialite wrote on 30-08-2011 “Oxfam on Kingsland Road is an absolute Aladdin’s Cave of bargains of all shapes and sizes – from £1 vinyls to £10 leather jackets. Without meaning to sound like an absolute cliché, there really is something for everyone and if you like that shabby chic look you could probably deck out your...” more...
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glamrockgal wrote on 11-03-2012 “This is my favorite vintage store.Last time I bought a vintage floral shirt and vintage Bruno Magli midheel shoes from here.They are perfect for spring.I adore this vintage heaven.” more...
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Shopping » Fashion » Vintage & Second-Hand Shops in Whitechapel
matwali wrote on 10-05-2013 “Hello Everyone...i was going through http://www.matwali.com and I found very nice collection of Party wear sarees, Embroidered sarees, Bandhej sarees, Occasion Collection, Catalog Collection, Designer Collection, Georgette Sarees, Net Sarees, Handwork Sarees, Lehenga Sarees, Bandhani Sarees,...” more...
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Beyond Retro Basement 58 Great Marlborough Street, London W1F 7JY
020 7434 0177
Shopping » Fashion » Vintage & Second-Hand Shops in Soho
chebel wrote on 10-11-2010 “This shop is huge, so be prepared to spend sometime in here going through all the dresses, sweaters and t-shirts on display. Don't miss the menswear section, though, it's where the coolest t-shirts and vintage shorts can be found. I usually go to second-hand shops looking for great unique clothes,...” more...
Added by antisocialite on 30-08-2011
Shopping » Fashion » Vintage & Second-Hand Shops in Westminster | Shopping » Fashion in Westminster
antisocialite wrote on 25-09-2010 “One of my favourite vintage shops in London. It's organised really well and nothing is overpriced so you get really nice stuff for really decent prices. The staff are always friendly and will point you in the right direction if there is something in particular you are looking for. They...” more...
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antisocialite wrote on 29-03-2011 “My friend took my for a budget shopping trip down Kingsland Road to all the best charity shops and this was definitely one of my favourites! I normally find it really hard to shop in vintage shops and charity shops as everything is thrown in together and I have no patience to sift through all the...” more...
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Shopping » Fashion » Vintage & Second-Hand Shops in Bethnal Green
antisocialite wrote on 19-06-2011 “Walking down Brick Lane the other day, I noticed that a new vintage store had opened up just next to Vintage Emporium. The sign outside promoted 'everything downstairs £10 off' so ever the bargain hunter I decided to go downstairs and check it out. I'm so glad I did. This place is an absolute...” more...
Added by antisocialite on 30-08-2011