Sustainable fashion is all the rage and nowhere is better served for vintage thrift stores than Hackney. We’ve put together the best that the borough has to offer.
Beyond Retro Dalston
Beyond Retro’s flagship vintage superstore on Stoke Newington Road captures a large but well-curated selection of vintage and used clothing to upgrade your wardrobe. They also run an on-site café with vintage tea sets and old Singer sewing machines for table legs.
92-100 Stoke Newington Rd, London N16 7XB
Paper Dress Vintage
Established in 2007, Paper Dress Vintage stocks pre-loved fashion for men and women that dates all the way back to the 20s. At night, the store transforms into a live music venue serving cocktails, local craft beers and Hackney Brewery on tap.
352a Mare St, London E8 1JB
Mero Retro
From an original Japanese silk kimono to a lovely Coco Channel jacket, Mero Retro is the place to go for one-of-a-kind fashion items from Japan.
2 Bradbury St, London N16 8JN
Retrouvé vintage
Located in Broadway Market, Retrouvé is the antidote to disposable high street fashion. Their collection includes recycled and vintage pieces and pre-loved designer outfits that make this shop a must-visit for vintage fashion enthusiasts.
23 Broadway Market, London E8 4PH
TRAID Dalston
Established in 1999, TRAID Dalston is a charity shop stocking quality vintage, second-hand clothes and accessories for both women and men. You can also donate second-hand clothes, homeware and books to support their mission “Protect the Environment and Fight Global Poverty”.
106-108 Kingsland High St, London E8 2NS
H. J. Aris Antique and Cafe Bistro
For vintage shopping in Hackney, H.J. Aris is an emporium filled with everything vintage. It has antiques, furniture, vinyl records and a coffee shop inside.
11 Dalston Ln, London E8 3DF
Storm in a Teacup
If you are looking for designer vintage, Storm in a Teacup is a great option as they specialise in high-end contemporary fashion and luxury clothing.
366 Kingsland Rd, London E8 4DA
