Shopping second-hand and vintage is not only good for your wallet but also benefits the environment and stops clothes from heading to landfill. If you are looking to make the switch from fast-fashion, low-quality clothing to long-lasting second-hand and vintage pieces, look no further. Leeds is home to a plethora of vintage and second-hand shops not only selling clothes but also homeware, electronics and bric-a-brac. Here are some second-hand and vintage shops around Leeds to check out during your next shopping spree. 

 

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Chinese Laundry:

Found inside the Corn Exchange in the heart of Leeds is one of the best locations for finding unique and indie vintage and reworked clothes, Chinese Laundry. If you want your wardrobe to wow and your outfit to stand out from the crowd, browse through the racks on racks of fun clothing and accessories to find a piece you’ll love and shamelessly rewear. Their clothes range from huge selections of casual wear, leisurewear, branded t-shirts, trainers and so much more.

Website: chineselaundryclothing.co.uk


Blue Rinse:

On the corner of Call Lane, you can find the quirky vintage clothing store, Blue Rinse. Here you can find amazing pieces including branded, reworked and vintage sportswear pieces that will fulfil all your fashion needs. There will always be something new and exciting on the shelves when you visit with a dedicated buying and designing team constantly on the lookout for the next amazing addition to their stock. 

Website: bluerinsevintage.co.uk


Ryan Vintage

Ryan Vintage:

If you are searching for some bargain deals on quality vintage clothing, head on over to Duncan Street where you will find Ryan Vintage. Dig through the huge collection of unique vintage accessories and clothing to find the pieces that scream you. The wide variety of high-quality stock crammed into the shop is so vast it’s almost impossible to leave without treating yourself to a new wardrobe addition. If you need a hand their friendly staff are more than happy to help and will make sure your experience is as good as it can be.  


Emmaus:

Emmaus Leeds can be found only five minutes away from Leeds Bus Station and is the city’s largest charity shop. Here you can browse their huge selection of second hand furniture, clothing items, refurbished white-goods and even more preloved household items. They range from vintage and antique, to nearly new and modern items such as vinyl records, cassette tapes, books, board games and much more at bargain prices. Emmaus is a must-visit charity superstore where you can find almost everything you need.  

Website: emmaus.org.uk/leeds


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Pop Boutique:

Located on Central Road in the heart of the city, is the vintage store Pop Boutique. Here you can find genuine and recreated vintage items created for modern customers. Vintage items from the 30s all the way up until the 00s. The selection of clothing items ranging from stylish sheer blouses, branded Ralph Lauren denim jackets and colourful pleated skirts to cosy knitwear and leather biker vests. Search through the racks of different styles and eras to discover vintage statement pieces that will elevate your wardrobe.

Website: pop-boutique.com


Revive Leeds:

Revive are the reuse specialists in Leeds with one of their locations found along Evanston Avenue. Every item sold here has either been donated or was saved from Leeds City Council waste recycling sites.  The huge selection of products on sale includes everything from clothing items, books and toys to home furnishings, decor and small electrical items. All products are marked at affordable prices making it a sustainable and money-savvy option for the next time you need to pop to the shops.

Website: revivereuse.org.uk