Shopping second-hand is not only better for the environment, you can also find brandname clothing and hidden gems at cut down prices. If you have the time and patience to dig through the racks, these vintage thrift stores are stocked with treasures and we’re pretty sure you won’t leave empty-handed.
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Midwest Vintage
As its name suggests, Midwest Vintage sells retro goodies flown in directly from the US. From flannels to kimonos, cowboy boots and military bomber jackets, all its pieces are one of a kind. The shop is also known for redoing denim jeans and patching up fabric scraps to create personalised and unique items. Don’t hesitate if you’ve found a piece of treasure there – it may already be gone when you’re back tomorrow.
Midwest Vintage, Shop 58, G/F, Victoria Centre, 15 Watson Road, Tin Hau, 2802 6886 and Shop A, G/F, Nelson Court, 45 Waterloo Road, Mong Kok, 2328 8757
Mee & Gee
With plenty of outlets across the city, Mee & Gee is known for its stacked racks of affordable and stylish second-hand clothing. You can find five-dollar vintage T-shirts, Levi’s denim jackets, avant-garde dresses and utility pants from the 90s. Good things take time, so be prepared to do some digging before finding the perfect piece.
Mee & Gee (Me & George), multiple locations including 55 Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok, 2388 0004
White Whale Co. Vintage Clothing & Goods
Flawed fabrics, washed-out tones and the stories behind the clothing are often what make vintage apparel so special. White Whale Vintage offers timeless pieces including military jackets, denim overalls and cargo suits. The owner regularly travels around the world to source soulful pieces from Europe and Japan. While thrifting here may not be as affordable as Mee & Gee, the quality of each item is worth every penny.
White Whale Co. Vintage Clothing & Goods, 2/F, 39 Yin Chong Street, Mong Kok, 6288 0524
Little Dot Vintage
Little Dot Vintage offers hidden gems handpicked by its owner. Spice up your wardrobe with a pop of colour and add a vintage touch to your everyday outfits. Style yourself like you’re a 60s queen and choose from shoulder pads, flare pants and wild prints.
Little Dot Vintage, 1/F, 47 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, 5225 2642
Salvation Army Family Store
This charity thrift shop has been around for a long time and now boasts 17 outlets dotted across Hong Kong. Here you’ll find cheap but stylish clothing, footwear, handbags and even home goods and light electronics at discounted prices.
Salvation Army Family Store, multiple locations including G/F, 26 Belcher’s Street, Western District, 2974 0882
Green Ladies
Green Ladies has been promoting eco-friendly habits and clothing recycling programmes since 2008. Who says thrifting can’t be classy?Visit one of its locations to shop pre-loved work attire and smart-casual outfits guilt-free.
Green Ladies, multiple locations including Shop 8-9, UG, C. C. Wu Building, 302-308 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 2157 0242
