If you are a lover of vintage clothing and accessories, check out this list of the best vintage clothing stores in Amsterdam. Whether you’re looking for an authentic 1950s dress or a prized pair of delicately worn manolos, you’re sure to find second-hand treasures at these stores. Most of the shops are located in the hot spot which is the Negen Straatjes (“Nine Streets”), a 3 × 3 matrix of trendy streets located between the medieval center and the Jordaan, in the inner Canal district.
Laura Dols
With an old inventory guaranteeing two stores on the same block, Laura Dols is a second-hand staple in Amsterdam. At the largest location (Wolvenstraat 7) you’ll find shelves of clothing spanning five decades (pretty well organized by color) and unique accessories like wide enamel buckled belts and beaded bags. The back room and basement, filled with party dresses perfect for everything from cocktails to a prom, are sure to please any vintage hound.
Across the street at Wolvenstraat 6 are coats galore and a collection of vintage embroidered tea towels, pillowcases, tablecloths, and European bedding.
Wolvenstraat 6 y 7, area de Nine Streets (» Nueve calles «)
Reflection
Spiegelbeeld (Dutch for “mirror image”) is the place to look for labels from second-hand and vintage designers like Manolo Blahnik, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Calvin Klein. You’ll also find popular regional names like Dries van Noten and Laundry Industry. The owner of this small but high quality shop is almost always there to lend a helping hand and his honest opinion.
Huidenstraat 24, area de Negen Straatjes («Nueve calles»)
Wini Vintage
Another find on the boutique-studded Haarlemmerstraat, Wini has a polished and uncluttered interior where she displays her well-curated collection of saved clothing. There is also a small section for men and another for children, so the whole family can join in. Every Monday, Wini hosts its Monday Market Sale, where it offers discounted clothing in stacks on the tables, a disorganized arrangement to be clear, but shoppers can find some of the best vintage bargains in town tucked in the background. of a stack. Start stirring!
Haarlemmerstraat 29
Episode
With branches in Amsterdam, Antwerp, Brussels, London and Rotterdam, Episode dresses crowds of a mostly young clientele in second-hand stores. The two Amsterdam locations feature men’s and women’s clothing with a strong focus on the 1970s and 1980s, as well as Halloween and novelty costumes and accessories. The Berenstraat location feels a bit more exclusive. His collection of vintage Levi’s and military-style jackets is hard to beat.
Waterloopleinmarkt
The oldest and most famous flea market in Amsterdam is the Waterlooplein Market (Waterloo Square). Not all flea markets are so focused on fashion, but Waterlooplein has earned a reputation as a place to rate both vintage fashion and more contemporary styles at a discount. Unlike other markets, their stalls have the same hours as physical stores, even opening before their competitors; The market operates from 9.30 am to 6 pm, six days a week, Monday through Saturday. Think of it as an open-air mall for second-hand fashion, and the multicultural food offerings are more varied and delicious than any mall food court.
I love vintage
On the border of the Nine Streets, I Love Vintage has quickly become one of the most hyped vintage clothing stores in the city. It started out as an online-only retailer, but its popularity spread like wildfire; soon the owners owned not just one, but two boutiques in two of the city’s trendiest shopping districts. Your online presence is a definite bonus for out-of-towners – you can browse the store’s collection virtually and even reserve items for pickup at the Prinsengracht location (items are kept for five business days; pay upon pickup, but you can try everything before deciding).
Haarlemmerstraat 25, area of the Haarlemmerbuurt
Prinsengracht 201, area de Negen Straatjes («Nueve calles»)
Edited by Kristen de Joseph.
