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If you’re in with thrift culture and happen to be in the Mother City but aren’t sure where to press play on your fashion rewind journey, we’ve got you. Cape Town has a menu of wonderful little retro-gems scattered across the city. Thrifting is a great way to save a few bucks, find some hidden gems and of course practice sustainable fashion.

Especially with winter on our doorstep, there are few thrills as exciting as finding a coat, sweater or epic jeans for prices that’ll make your wallet sing.

Here are 5 of the niftiest thrift spots to dress up your winter wardrobe:

1. Afraid of Mice

Afraid of Mice, the beloved Long Street stop is notorious for haute couture and name brands – thrift edition.

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While the store has recently made the decision to move to 99 Harrington Street, AOM’s Long Street Era has an incredible sale going until 2nd July. Out with the old and in with the new…old. We can’t wait to explore this thrifting gem’s new experience, but for now we can’t say no to a sale.

  • Check them out on Instagram: @afraidofmicect
  • Location: 196 Long Street, soon to be 99 Harrington Street

2. Nevernew Store

If it’s a funky jersey or jumper from the 80s and 90s you’re after or a pair of Doc Martens perfect for winter, then it’s time to make a trip to Nevernew.

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Nevernew is a Cape Town hot pick because of the diversity in clothing treasures, colour, vibrance and ranges. Looking for flared pants? They’ve got you and have a 60s wallpaper style print to boast. An epic coat for those winter excursions? This is your guy.

  • Check them out on Instagram: @nevernewstore
  • Location: 15b Lower Main Road + 2nd store at 3 Norfolk Rd. Observatory

3. Grand Funk Retro Vintage 

If your fashion sense requires pieces that stand out, then Grand Funk Retro Vintage has fabulous options from clothing to accessories. Patterns know no limit, with stock constantly changing.

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If you know where to look, you’ll find your next favourite accessories and every kind of clothing item from vests to leather and button-up wonders.

Grand Funk is also an ideal pick for festival options, but for the firey fashionista, a festival piece could work any day of the week. You can also bet on some funky live music to get you grooving into the past.

4. Bangbang Vintage Market

If you haven’t been to Bang Bang Vintage Market, you definitely haven’t truly thrifted in Cape Town. Alternative, edgy and reminiscent of the Steampunk Era, Bang Bang is for the bold fashion lover.

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If it’s sky-high boots or a faux fur coat and the most enchanting accessories you’re looking for, look no further. Bang Bang is like a wonderland of the most creative pieces, and if you come home with just one thing, you’re the exception.

 

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5.Retrostash

If it’s streetwear alley you’re looking to venture toward, Retrostash will come as music to your ears.

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Athleisure and vintage renditions of brands like Nike are a snippet of some of the options you can explore. However, there’s a whole assortment of other curiosities from accessories devine to a jacket lovers’ dreams. Don’t forget to take a snap of your ‘new’ threads by the iconic Retro Baby mirror.

Bonus:

Don’t forget to check out  Thriftfest’s Instagram @thriftest for updates on their incredible travelling markets.

Also read: 

6 brands in Cape Town that you and the Earth will love

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