If you enjoy shopping more sustainably or fancy hunting down a unique vintage item of clothing, Nottingham has plenty of Vintage clothes shops to explore.
Our wardrobes are made up of fantastic pieces we found in vintage clothes shops, and we love nothing more than sharing our favourite places with you. Nottingham is so passionate about vintage fashion that it even regularly hosts vintage kilo sales, which are perfect for bargain hunters. In this article we list where you can find the best vintage clothing in the city.
101 Vintage
101 Vintage is a small independent business located in Nottingham, founded by women in 2017. Their first high street store was opened in the summer of 2021, and they take pride in sourcing and supplying the best USA vintage and retro clothing. All items are handpicked, laundered, and curated. They feature 90s and Y2k brands, bold American graphics, denim and workwear essentials, NASCAR, and USA sports in general.
Shop with them in store, online or at their events.
Location: 15 Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham NG1 2GR
Cow
Looking for sustainable and unique vintage clothing and accessories? Check out Cow, an independent retailer with stores across the UK and a website that ships worldwide. Cow offers a great alternative to fast fashion with ethically sourced handpicked items. They’re committed to sustainability and even use recycled materials to create custom interiors in their stores. Plus, their rework range repurposes outdated clothes and fabrics into new styles that you won’t find anywhere else. We have recently seen on their Instagram that they are offering kilo sales, so follow them for more information.
Shop with them in store or online.
Location: 3 Carlton St, Nottingham NG1 1NL
Happy Sunday Vintage
Happy Sunday Vintage in Nottingham is a must-visit if you’re in the market for vintage fashion and home decor. Their collection of ethically sourced and curated items is genuinely unique and colourful. We were so impressed with the friendly and knowledgeable staff and the reasonable prices. The boutique vintage vibe is truly special, and we can’t wait to return for more treasures!
Shop with them in store or online.
Location: 128 Derby Rd, Nottingham NG1 5FB
Hopkinson Antique & Art Centre
Hopkinson is a unique place with a wonderful selection of independent businesses, such as artists, vintage, retro, and antiques dealers. You can always find something happening at Hopkinson with regular events and workshops their businesses host. Don’t forget to check out their “What’s On” section so you can join in the fun. Hopkinson is a welcoming space for everyone. To learn more about their businesses, visit their website.
Here you will find Lulu Brandy, which offers premium designer and vintage pre-loved styles from the 1950s to the Y2K era. Their collection includes classic Macs, iconic cocktail dresses, and rare and hard-to-find accessories from heritage brands like Burberry, Aquascutum, Paul Smith, Pringle, Liberty, Mary Quant, and Vivienne Westwood.
Location: 21 Station St, Nottingham NG2 3AJ
We love these vintage clothes shops in Nottingham and finding one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories. We hope this article has inspired you and you find an item to treasure! Let us know in the comments if you have visited any of the shops listed or if we still need to include your favourite.