9 Great Spots to Shop for Vintage Threads In Newcastle
Shop for retro threads and throwback fashion with our round-up of the city's best vintage stores
Whether found in thrift stores or bespoke vintage retailers, retro never goes out of fashion and there’s now more choice than ever for any style gurus seeking to refresh their wardrobes and retain more money in their wallet!
Luckily, Newcastle is blessed with a thriving and ever-growing community of vintage clothing stores and we've rounded up some of the best for you to explore during your next shopping trip in the city.
Loose Thread Vintage, Nelson Street
Nestled on the edge of Grainger Market, Loose Thread Vintage sells a range of retro clothing from brands like Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and Ralph Lauren alongside a number of unbranded pieces. Motivated by a belief in promoting sustainable fashion, the store handpicks each of its items and aims to keep the cost of its products affordable with competitive pricing and student discounts.
Flip Vintage American Clothing, Westgate Road
This legendary vintage American clothing store has been importing genuine US apparel since 1978. Building a strong reputation for selling quality, authentic Levi 501s, t-shirts, dresses, men’s shirts, shoes, military jackets, and badges. They’ve added many more lines over time, always with the same welcoming in-store atmosphere and jukebox playing rock, doo-wop and R&B. Immersing shoppers in the American retro experience, right here in the North East.
Friday Vintage, Old Eldon Square
Winner of Best Charity/Vintage Shop at the 2023 Preloved Awards, Friday Vintage is the brainchild of owner and second-hand fashion enthusiast Laura Jackson. Located in a gorgeous townhouse on Old Eldon Square, the store offers a curated vintage shopping experience and stocks a range of clothing and accessories from the 1950s up to the 1990s – perfect for all you throwback fashionistas out there.
Tender Hooligan, Grainger Market
One of the most recent additions to Newcastle’s growing vintage store community, Tender Hooligan opened its doors in Grainger Market in late 2023. Owned by Jenn Gray and Adam Gordon, two friends who met working at the market’s former Scorpio Shoes store, the shop specialises in the kind of subculture fashion made popular by mods and skinheads – think brands like Fred Perry, Ben Sherman and Dr Martens.
Retro Newcastle, High Bridge Square
The longest-trading vintage boutique in Newcastle has been part of the scene for 30 years, with a constant turnover of stock sourced by the store. As well as 90s streetwear, they have a penchant for original 60s and 70s era dresses, blouses, and shirts. Think Mary Quant, wide collars, groovy patterns, and a raucous splash of colours, all at very affordable prices.
The Yesterday Society, Grainger Market
The Yesterday Society’s proprietor Rachael is a self-confessed vintage clothing lover and flamboyant overdresser, and what started as a dream job discussion became a reality back in 2013. The Geordie native offers rails of authentic goodies bursting with bright colours and patterns. Dresses, jackets, bags, and accessories are particular favourites with her customers. The trendy market location, bright vibes and personal touch definitely makes this a fabulous browsing stop for all discerning vintage enthusiasts.
Waceland, Central Arcade
This family-run boutique is cocooned inside the ornate Central Arcade and believes in treating the customers just like family too. Whilst the store may reside in a grand Edwardian setting, it’s chock-full of the very best vintage gems and streetwear sourced from around the globe. Bold graphic vintage band and sports tees share rack space with colourful retro jackets and leisurewear from Nike, Adidas, Champion, and many more.
The Basement, Old Eldon Square
Another newcomer to Newcastle's vintage scene, The Basement set up shop at Old Eldon Square in spring 2025 set to deck out the city's fashionistas in the freshest vintage streetwear around. As well as curated pieces from brands including Adidas, Avirex, Stussy and Stone Island, the store also stocks items from Newcastle-born independent clothing brand Brady Spokes.
Analog, Grainger Market
There’s an immediate welcoming vibe about Analog, replete with hand-picked clothing lovingly presented in a store where you can browse to your heart’s content. You’re certain to find a unique vintage curio to fall in love with and not only from the huge selection of attire sourced from around the world - they also stock a large range of vintage art posters and prints too.
So, now you’re armed with all that knowledge there’s every reason to browse those racks and dress to impress when you next hit the town in Newcastle!
Main Image: Loose Thread Vintage
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