13 Great Spots to Shop for Vintage Threads In Newcastle

Vintage Standards, Northumberland Street

Created out of a love of fashion and as an antidote to the lack of sustainability in the industry, this is the largest specialist vintage store in Newcastle and can be found in the city centre’s bustling retail heart. Bursting with brands like North Face, Barbour, Ralph Lauren, and many more, there’s a huge selection of unique designer items to die for and is a must-visit for any vintage clothing lover.

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.

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 Vintage Scene, Ridley Place

Clothing at The Vintage Scene is sourced from Europe and the USA and personally sorted by the owners so they can offer customers the very best quality. All branded items like Nike, Ralph Lauren, or Carhartt, are 100% genuine and they pride themselves on maintaining affordable pricing. Plus, they hold regular sales with even more amazing bargains too.

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.

Garms, Grainger Street

If vintage streetwear and sneakers are your bag, then Garms on Grainger Street is a must-do during your next shopping trip in the city. It’s home to a cornucopia of quality, pre-loved threads – from Stussy and Avirex to Burberry and Nike – plus a range of retro football shorts. They’re constantly sourcing new vintage items too, so you’re guaranteed great finds with every visit.

Drip Clothing, High Bridge

When you think of vintage 90s designer there’s only one place that should come to mind. Drip Clothing curates vintage streetwear and sustainable urban fashion like individual art pieces. With branding at the forefront, the likes of Stussy, Stone Island, and Supreme link back to the club and skate cultures, plus you can pick up puffer jackets, hoodies and backpacks.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Thrift @ Fenwick, Northumberland Street

If you’re not looking to purchase and instead seeking to donate, then Fenwick have teamed up with Thrift both in-store and online. Simply add a ThriftBag online or at the till point, fill it up and return for free and receive a 10%-off discount code to use on your next Fenwick purchase. Not only that, Thrift sells your items on their website, handling all the pricing, photography, etc. and once they’re sold you’ll be awarded credits to spend on second-hand fashion, redeem on vouchers or donate to your chosen charity!
 

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!