Best places for vintage clothes shopping in Amsterdam | I amsterdam (2024)

MARKETS

IJHallen flea market

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A short (and free!) ferry ride away, the biggest flea market in Europe, IJ-Hallen, is full to the brim with furnishings and clothing looking for a new home.

Waterlooplein

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Amsterdam’s largest daily flea market on Waterlooplein is the place to pick up a bargain among pre-loved and vintage clothing, bikes, antiques and general knick-knacks.

Noordermarkt

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A flea market and farmers’ market in one, Noordermarkt's Saturday stalls are a haven for antiques, books and vintage fashion. To avoid the weekend crowds, head there on Monday morning for a second flea market.

CLOTHING STORES

Rumors

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Filled with rails of vintage clothes from the 50s to the 90s, the Rumors branches are a one-stop destination for a vintage outfit, from second-hand Dr. Martens to leather bags and berets in every colour. In its sister store, We Are Vintage, you’ll find Levi’s jeans, chunky knitwear and vintage party dresses, as well as men’s clothing – think plaid shirts and aviator jackets. You’re bound to find a piece you’ll love forever here.

Rumors| Haarlemmerstraat 29 and 99

Episode

Everything from jeans and worker jackets to fur coats and sports sweaters lines the rails at Episode. Be prepared to do some serious digging. It might feel like a bit of an endless treasure hunt, but there are gems to be found.

Episode| Berenstraat 1 / Nieuwe Spiegelstraat 37H / Spuistraat 96 / Waterlooplein 1

Marbles

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Vintage fashion lovers will adore scouring the rails at Marbles. Leather coats, snakeskin bags and vintage denim for men and women are packed into cosy stores across the city.

Marbles Vintage| Haarlemmerdijk 64 / Ferdinand Bolstraat 28 / Staalstraat 30

Jutka and Riska

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Founded by two sisters Jutka and Riska Volkerts, this curated store has a new collection every week featuring handpicked vintage. Dior, Burberry Valentino and Yves Saint Laurent line the rails, as well as gold jewellery and statement sunglasses.

Penny Lane Vintage

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Penny Lane Vintage boasts classic cuts and high-quality fashion reminiscent of old-school icons such as Audrey Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot and Paul Newman.

Bij Ons Vintage

‘Wear vintage or wear nothing at all!’ That’s Bij Ons philosophy, which wants to rid the planet of clothing waste and get more people wearing pre-loved clothes. As well as a selection of branded sports sweaters and baseball jackets, Bij Ons specialises in upcycled patchwork denim jackets.

Vintage Jungle

Started by vintage lovers Marlot and Imara, Vintage Jungle in Jordaanis a treasure trove of unique pieces, including Afghan dresses, Austrian embroidered knits, boho waistcoats, vintage silk kimonos and summer linen.

Bis!

You’ll find Bis! between Waterlooplein and Nieuwmarkt at Sint Antoniesbreestraat – three vintage shops, each with their own collections. Its unique selling point is the store at 25A, which specialises in military clothing. You’ll find army and navy classics here, from different countries and periods of time, for those going for a utilitarian look or interested in collectibles.

Bis!| Sint Antoniesbreestraat 25A

Vindit Vintage

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Nestled among the Jordaan boutiques, Vindit specialises in stand-out outfits for stylish occasions, including theme parties or performances. You’ll also find vintage collectibles like Norwegian sweaters, long leather jackets, and accessories from bygone eras, including bowties, ear warmers and hats.

Vindit|Tweede Egelantiersdwarsstraat 7