Suddenly they spring up like mushrooms: designer vintage shops. And that’s a good thing, because it’s better to buy second-hand than new for a better future for our planet. Moreover, what beats a hidden gem from the distant past that only you possess? In any case, it makes our fashion hearts beat faster, and we are delighted with the addresses below, which together form a complete overview of the best designer vintage shops in Amsterdam. Be warned: you won’t leave most stores empty-handed.
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These are the best designer vintage shops in Amsterdam
One designer vintage store is different from another, so you would do well to be prepared. Where ENSO Vintage, for example, focuses on the cool, minimalist, vintage aesthetic, Salon Heleen Hulsmann is the right place for new(er) items that are looking for a second home. Gimme Glitter and Fashian have a broad Y2K offering, and ByDanie Vintage brings a cacophony of color. Good to prepare for your vintage shopping session, then. It’s time for an overview of Amsterdam’s best designer vintage shops.
ENSO Vintage
For a long time, ENSO Vintage only had a webshop, but they are now located in the heart of the city center, on the Elandsgracht. The minimalistic selectioncontains items from different eras, which are always good. Think of Maison Margiela Tabi shoes, Gucci loafers, or Pleats Please by Issey Miyake. For the minimalists among us, this is one of the best designer vintage stores in Amsterdam.
Elandsgracht 12H, Amsterdam, ensovintage.com
Salon Heleen Hulsmann
Salon Heleen Hulsmann offers modern designer vintage, which is not necessarily vintage but second-hand. Everything is high quality, and Heleen only accepts good-quality items. You can go there by appointment for one-on-one advice or during their general opening hours.
Jacob Obrechtstraat 18, Amsterdam, salonheleenhulsmann.com
© Salon Heleen Hullsman, @salonheleenhulsmann
(im)material
(Im)material on the Haarlemmerdijk is small but good. Their range of vintage designer blouses is excellent: from (Yves) Saint Laurent to Burberry and many other classics. Check out the men’s section for the ultimate hidden gems.
Haarlemmerdijk 171, Amsterdam, instagram.com/immaterialcorp</em >
Gimme Glitter
Gimme Glitter is – as the name suggests – full of glitter and Y2K excess. Nineties sunglasses, Gucci bags, and other items covered with logos are widely represented here. Without a doubt, it is one of the most eclectic and best designer vintage shops in Amsterdam.
Herenstraat 19, Amsterdam, gimme-glitter.com
© Gimme Glitter, @gimmeglitter.shop
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Fashian
Like at Gimme Glitter, you will also find a wide range of Y2K designer vintage at Fashian. You’ve come to the right place, especially if you love the Tom Ford for Gucci-era. Are you looking for a vintage designer bag? Then you’ve come to the right place at Fashian.
Hartenstraat 1, Amsterdam, instagram.com/highendfashian</em >
The ByDanie Vintage Store in Oud-Zuid is your go-to if you like color. Just like owner Danie Bles, the range is anything but boring. One color is even brighter than the other, and striking prints are also everywhere. Believe us, it will make you spontaneously happy.
Cornelis Schuytstraat 45, Amsterdam, instagram.com/bydanievintagestore
© ByDanie Vintage, @bydanievintagestore
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Roski Yard Vintage
Roski Yard Vintage is alleen open op afspraak, maar dat mag de pret niet drukken. Zo weet je zeker dat je niet in een kleine winkel gepropt staat met vele anderen, en de tijd krijgt om écht goed door het ruime aanbod aan designer vintage te gaan. Want daar wil je bij Roksi Yard Vintage écht de tijd voor nemen.
Timorplein 44, Amsterdam, roksiyard.com
The Collectives
The Collectives is a company that rents out designer vintage clothing, but if you love an item, you can also buy it. They have an extensive range of classics, such as Chanel jackets and bags, Hermès, Isabel Marant, and many other designers that will make your heart skip a beat. is going to be true. Shopping or renting is possible by appointment.
Elandsstraat 111, Amsterdam, thecollectives.amsterdam
© The Collectives, @thecollectives.amsterdam
Reverse Studio Amsterdam
Reverse Studio Amsterdam offers designer vintage and other high-end brands such as Sandro, Samsøe Samsøe, and Acne Studios (which, by the way, can count itself as a designer brand). The same applies to this store: it is difficult to leave empty-handed, but that is probably not why you went in.
Eerste Boomdwarsstraat 2hs, Amsterdam, reverseamsterdam.com
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Our favourite hotels in Amsterdam:
TOP LUXURY // €€€
☾ Pillows Maurits at the Park: this newly opened hotel is all about luxury.
☾ Pulitzer Amsterdam: on the canals at the border of the Nine Streets and the Jordaan.
☾ L’Europe: recently renovated, this hotel has the best spa with a view in Amsterdam.
☾ Conservatorium Hotel: located in one of the most beautiful buildings in town.
☾ Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam: if you have something to celebrate this is the one.
☾ W Amsterdam: with lively restaurants and a posh rooftop bar with swimming pool.
VERY VERY NICE // €€
☾ The Hoxton: favourite lifestyle hotel right on the canals with great all day bar.
☾ Hotel Jakarta: the most sustainable hotel ánd great value for money with a spa.
☾ Hotel V: with two locations and a great restaurant, in the city center and East.
☾ Sir Adam: with the coolest view over Amsterdam from the North side.
☾ Sweets: a unique stay in former bridge houses.
☾ Hotel Dwars: small scale and around the corner of the trendy Utrechtsestraat.
☾ Hotel Mercier: pretty new hotel in the cosy and historic Jordaan district.
☾ INK Hotel: lifestyle hotel in the heart of the city by MGallery.
☾ boutique hotel with restaurant in Amsterdam West.
☾ Conscious Hotel Westerpark: in a beautiful building at the industrial Westergas area.
☾ Ruby Emma: eco design hotel with a great skybar near Amstel station.
AFFORDABLE (FOR AMSTERDAM PRICES) // €
☾ Generator Hostel: the best poshtel of the city located in a park.
☾ The Social Hub budget proof in trendy East district close tho the subway.
☾ Het Volkshotel: affordable and with a cool rooftop bar.
☾ CitizenM: all you need is that XL bed (location near Amstel is great).
☾ Motel One: budget design hotel with several locations in Amsterdam.
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