{"id":27218,"date":"2021-08-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-01T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/uncategorized-en-gb\/get-thrifty-the-best-british-cities-to-go-second-hand-shopping"},"modified":"2022-08-04T09:04:39","modified_gmt":"2022-08-04T09:04:39","slug":"get-thrifty-the-best-british-cities-to-go-second-hand-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/en-gb\/culture-lifestyle-en-gb\/activities-en-gb\/get-thrifty-the-best-british-cities-to-go-second-hand-shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Thrifty: The Best British Cities to Go Second-Hand Shopping"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>With sustainable fashion becoming increasingly popular, there\u2019s been a huge rise in people buying second-hand clothes. The United Kingdom has championed buying pre-loved clothes since the 19th century when The Salvation Army opened the first charity shop to help people in need. During WWII, more charities followed suit, as there was a desperate need to raise money for the war and to help those struggling.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The popularity of thrift stores has grown ever since and there are roughly 11,000 charity shops in the UK today, which means you\u2019ll find a vast selection of used treasures in towns, cities and villages across the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, it doesn\u2019t stop there. Each city in the UK has its own unique style, like Liverpool with the girls in their five-inch heels and mini dresses to London\u2019s fashion-forward, punk aesthetic. Depending on where you visit in the country, you\u2019ll be able to find vintage shops and boutiques that match the area\u2019s style. Follow our guide to discover some of the UK\u2019s best spots for a bit of (guilt-free) retail therapy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Belfast<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Northern Ireland\u2019s capital is often overlooked. The city was once gritty but now has a fun-loving and inviting atmosphere. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/belfast?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=August&amp;utm_content=ThriftStores&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelBelfast\">Belfast<\/a> is brimming with charity shops\u2014the UK\u2019s equivalent of thrift stores\u2014that are full of unique clothes just waiting to be worn again. War on Want Northern Ireland raises money for Uganda and Malawi. The charity has 13 stores around the country, with most in Belfast\u2014we recommend the one on Cregagh Road for the best experience. The stock is donation-based, meaning you\u2019ll need some time to rummage through bins, but with some determination, you\u2019ll find a gem or two.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23545\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23545\" class=\"wp-image-23545\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Some thrift stores, like Young Savage, sell records as well as clothes. Credit: Natalie Cardona\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-12-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23552\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-12.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23552\" class=\"wp-image-23552\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">There\u2019s plenty of beauty to be discovered in previously gritty Belfast. Credit: Dimitry Anakin\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for something a little more refined, there are plenty of vintage stores that have a more curated collection. Young Savage, on Church Street, has a vast assortment of clothes, books and vinyl. Although you can buy clothes from most eras, the shop has a heavy slant towards the 1960s and \u201970s. If you\u2019re after some patterned bell bottoms and a Beatles album, this is the shop for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Bristol<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/bristol?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=August&amp;utm_content=ThriftStores&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelBristol\">Bristol<\/a> is often considered the UK\u2019s most laid back city. Surrounded by the rolling hills of Somerset, the city has always had an affinity for sustainability and the environment. It\u2019s not a surprise that you\u2019ll find plenty of pre-loved clothing shops, encouraging you to buy better.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-5-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23558\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23558\" class=\"wp-image-23558\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Bristol is one of the U.K.\u2019s most eco-friendly cities with plenty of thrift stores to rummage through. Credit: Martyna Bober\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23565\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-2.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23565\" class=\"wp-image-23565\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Vintage shops are a great way to buy sustainable clothing. Credit: Clem Onojeghuo\/Unsplash&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Head to the buzzy area of Clifton Village for a trip to Mary\u2019s Living and Giving. Started by Mary Portas, the fashion mogul who put luxury department store Harvey Nichols on the map, this beautifully laid out shop has plenty of designer clothes for under $50.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For an edgier take on thrift shopping, head to Loot Vintage. Open since 2013, it\u2019s one of the most popular places for Bristolians to shop. This vast store has it all, from bags and hats to shoes and clothes. Search and ye shall find clothes that suit your style, as items range from the \u201960s right through to Y2K.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The store doesn\u2019t just sell pre-worn items, it also has its own range of clothing. The Loot Label design team lovingly takes dated vintage clothes and reworks them to create on-trend pieces.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Glasgow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><br><\/strong>Scotland\u2019s second city prides itself on being the fashion capital of the country. Full of stylish Glaswegians in the latest athleisure wear straight from the pages of Highsnobiety, it\u2019s no wonder their secondhand shops are brimming with finds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23612\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23612\" class=\"wp-image-23612\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">The people make Glasgow stylish, too.&nbsp; Credit: Artur Kraft\/Unsplash&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23618\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-1-scaled.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23618\" class=\"wp-image-23618\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Mr. Ben Retro Clothing is one of the best spots to find British designers for less. Credit: Anthony \u00d3Doibhailein&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the city\u2019s most charming thrift stores is The Magpie\u2019s Nest. The store raises money for a local charity project called Starter Packs, which provides essentials to homeless people moving into permanent homes. The shop, and its sister The Magpie\u2019s Eye, run off donations made by locals, so you are sure to find a range of treats, from hip designer items to chintzy crockery and kitchenware.<br><br>Mr Ben Retro Clothing is <em>the<\/em> place for designer duds. Situated in a railway archway in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/glasgow?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=August&amp;utm_content=ThriftStores&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelGlasgow\">Glasgow\u2019s<\/a> city centre, this shop has a large range of clothes from Britain\u2019s biggest brands, including Barbour and Burberry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">London<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><br>We can\u2019t talk about thrift shopping and not mention the English capital. If you\u2019re into vintage glamour and boho chic, then west <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.com\/travel\/london?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=August&amp;utm_content=ThriftStores&amp;utm_term=US_TravelLondon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">London<\/a> is for you. For unique jewelry or clothes, the infamous Portobello market is the place to go. If you\u2019re looking to splurge, then head around the corner to celeb favourite, Rellik on Golborne Road, where you\u2019ll find structured leather belts from Alexander McQueen and tailored jackets from Yves Saint Laurent. Alternatively, try your luck at Oxfam on Kensington High Street\u2014thanks to the wealthy residents, this charity shop often has rails of gently used designer clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23585\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23585\" class=\"wp-image-23585\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">London\u2019s street markets, like Portobello Road, are full of treasures waiting to be found. Credit: Clem Onojeghuo\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-7-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23591\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-7.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23591\" class=\"wp-image-23591\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">The U.K.\u2019s vibrant capital is the place to go for the ultimate thrifting experience. Credit: Abi Ismail\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who have a grungier style, head to Camden in the north or Brick lane in the east. You can find outlets of London\u2019s most iconic thrift store, Rokit, in both locations. These bottomless treasure troves are a hit with locals and tourists alike, and you\u2019re sure to find the perfect pair of Levi 501s or a \u201990s sports jacket.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sheffield<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the hub for the UK\u2019s steel production, this northern city is now reinventing itself as one of the country\u2019s coolest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery columns-2 wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-8-1-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23599\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23599\" class=\"wp-image-23599\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">Once the home of British steel, Sheffield is now a hotspot for hipsters looking for a bargain. Credit: Gary Butterfield\/Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"23605\" data-full-url=\"http:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Get_Thrifty-11.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/window-seat\/?attachment_id=23605\" class=\"wp-image-23605\"\/><figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-item__caption\">In need of a floral shirt? Then head down to your local thrift store\u2014they\u2019re sure to have plenty. Credit: Becca Mchaffie\/Unsplash&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omio.co.uk\/travel\/sheffield?utm_source=omio-magazine&amp;utm_medium=magazine&amp;utm_campaign=August&amp;utm_content=ThriftStores&amp;utm_term=UK_TravelSheffield\">Sheffield<\/a> is home to some of the country\u2019s best thrift stores, too. Preloved Kilo, a recent addition to Sheffield\u2019s second-hand shopping scene, is the UK\u2019s biggest pay-by-the-kilo thrift shop. The shop\u2019s director (and local legend), Wayne, picks the stock for the store, making sure it\u2019s ready-to-wear and to a high standard. With friendly staff and masses of stock, including faux fur coats, wax jackets and Converse shoes, the store is a thrift shopper\u2019s heaven.<br><br>The city is also home to some great vintage fairs such as Lou Lou\u2019s Vintage Fair, which has won the prestigious title of best UK vintage fair three times. The fair, which started in Sheffield and now moves around the country, offers racks of clothes from the \u201920s-\u201980s as well as a \u201cvintage hair salon\u201d for pin-up style updos or intricately braided victory rolls.<br><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With sustainable fashion becoming increasingly popular, there\u2019s been a huge rise in people buying second-hand clothes. The United Kingdom has championed buying pre-loved clothes since the 19th century when The Salvation Army opened the first charity shop to help people in need. 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