Shopping

I would reccomend the Vintage Venue in Wimbledon at Abbey Mills,
They have an excellent collection of mens & ladies wear that is in immaculate condition at great prices. Was quite refreshing to not see rip off prices like in alot of other vintage shops.

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it looks like the a lot of RETRO VINTAGE at expensive prices, SECONDO is the cheapest Vintage Retro shop in London, we have load of stuf and are one of hte few Vintage Retro shops in Sth London plus we are only 2 mins from Brixton Underground.
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I agree with Charlie, this list is hardly representative of London's top Vintage store when Circa Vintage doesn't rate a mention. And on the same point where's Shikasuki? Those are the two best stores in this genre.
I guess 2009's review is overdue now, I hope that some new names make the list.

My friend is opening ADvintaged in the High Street in Wimbledon Village SW19 this month - planned to open to coincide with Wimbledon Tennis Fortnight.
Vintage clothing for women will span mainly 40's through late 60's. She is pretty fussy so has everything dry cleaned or laundered

I have a brand new French connection short jean that I would like to sell however I do not know where to sell it . I was thinking of going to the vintage shop near Notting Hill station. Will they accept it there.? Will I get some money out of it ? Any information is useful !!! I would appriciate your help.

To answer E.W Jone's query. I have a friend who inherited her grandmothers mink coat. As she wasn't really in to animal coats either, she took the coat to a lady who made teddy bears. The family now has a family heirloom teddy bear. A little twee perhaps - but it hasn't wasted the little mink's life and is now a valued item in the family. Cheers, S

What do I do with a lovely 1970s short mink and brown leather quite retro jacket? Unfortunately, nothing will bring back those mink but the coat belongs to an era when we were less conscious of animal farming for clothing purposes. I hate to just throw it away. Does anyone deal in fur garments for export to countries without our sensibilities?

how do I find junk and boot sales in the London area? This is never in the columns!!

I have a fake fur threequarter coat worn by my late mother to a wedding in 1968. Would there be a market for it or is it destined for a charity shop? If there was an interest, what shops would be suitable.

Actually pops, the shop I recommended - Strut isn't very expensive, they aren't all - its a mixture, thats the whole point - You can buy a very fabulous chanel or some rather sylish Sixties trousers for much less, thats whats fun and thats what makes a good shop!
georgina

we are exporter of vintage beaded dresses.

i went to a fab vintage and designer shop in stoke newington church street.
Strutt is full of interesting clothes and shoes etc for men as well, so my boyfriend was happy,.... while i tryed on beautiful 1940,s dresses he chatted to the friendly staff... You can sell your unwanted clothes through the shop too!! I brought an amazing outfit and will be a regular customer, thankyou and good luck with the new shop, I can definitely recomend this shop to anyone wanting quality at fair prices...A one off shop .Strut your stuff too..be seen there..

I've just found the most amazing shop on Church Street, Stoke Newington. It rocks!!! It's called Strut or something , it's just opened and I've already spent near enough a months wages.Whoops.
Credit Crunch, baaah!

I'd like to mention my little shop in East Finchley, Lazooli, a treasure trove selling Vintage, Retro and New Fashion and Accessories. All at great prices too.

.....sorry......i would like to say to all the vintage shops in london that i supply some of th best shops in london,...and more,i know exactly wich is the best one,...but...i am professional....i don't say anything...but i know you...and you know me...as you buy from me..so....i am the winner...be cool,i got stuff for everybody.....coool