by Leah Clifton
With the current rise of awareness surrounding sustainable clothing, reworked and second hand garments are more popular than ever. Leeds is full of unique thrift shops offering everything from clothing to footwear and accessories. The best part is none of it has contributed to the harmful environmental impact created by the production of fast fashion. Even better than that, prices start from as little as £1 – who doesn’t love a bargain? With so many options it can become overwhelming deciding where to start on your thrifting adventure, but don’t worry – we’ve done all the research for you and have scoped out the very best.
Blue Rinse
Kicking off with a name that keeps popping up everywhere – Blue Rinse. They’re particularly known for their store in Leeds which sells vintage and reworked clothing over five huge floors, although they have a secondary store in Manchester and sell some items online. Bursting with clothing, but still organised and easy to scan through, it’s easy to see why it has become a hotspot in Leeds.
9 Call Lane, Leeds LS1 7DH
Ryan Vintage
Next up is Ryan Vintage who pride themselves on selling the best value vintage garments in the area. Regularly restocked with brand new items each week you can find anything from Adidas to Burberry, all at affordable prices. Plus, they’re open seven days a week, 11am-6pm, so there’s plenty of times to pop in and cop some bargains!
13 Duncan Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 6DQ.
Sue Ryder Vintage & Retro
A little further from the city centre, based in Headingly, Sue Ryder Vintage&Retro is a must for thrift shopping.If you’re a fan of fashion in eras throughout the 20th century, you’ll certainly find something you can’t resist taking home.From quirky garments to original 1920’s clothing it’s easy to see why it’s described as a ‘haven for all things vintage’. With all profits going to an amazing charity, it really is hard toresist.
57 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3AB
Pop Boutique
A personal favourite of mine,Pop Boutique, has prices so affordable it’s easy to justify treating yourself every now and again (or maybe too often).The shelves are constantly restocked with hand picked garments, remade from fabrics that were destined for landfill. Looking stylish whilst saving the environment? What’s not to love!
12-16 Central Rd, Leeds LS1 6DE
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