If you’re a vintage lover like me, you know that visiting a new city isn’t just about seeing historical landmarks. It’s also about treating vintage shopping like its own form of sightseeing. The way vintage is curated in cities around the world offers insight into the flow and evolution of style in that specific place. In many ways, it’s history you can wear, whether you’re spotting past trends or seeing what people are holding onto, passing down, and letting go of.
On a recent trip to Europe, I spent time in Amsterdam, dedicating my days to scouring the city for the best vintage finds. With each store located less than a 15-minute drive from my stay at the CitizenM Amsterdam South, it was easy to hop from shop to shop and still make it back in time to unbox my treasures. Even better, the XL king bed made for a comfortable stay while traveling with my sister, offering the perfect place to unwind after a long day of shopping and film a haul!
From a coveted Prada nylon skirt to vintage ’70s tees, my unboxing covered it all. See below for everything I picked up!
Keep scrolling to learn more about all the vintage stores I visited while in Amsterdam—just in time for your spring and summer Euro trip plans
Ensō
Located in the Elandsgracht neighborhood, this vintage store sits on a bustling corner. Inside, the palette leans heavily into earthy tones—think tan, cream, brown, and navy. The selection feels perfectly tailored for the minimalist girl with an edge, featuring subversive silhouettes, square-toe Jil Sander pumps, and other elevated essentials.
Ragtime Vintage Sauvage
Also nestled in the Elandsgracht neighborhood, this whimsical vintage store specializes in archival costumes. Its eclectic selection ranges from brightly colored coats to 1940s-era princess gowns, alongside squire ensembles and even vintage ice skates.
Nhogirl
This exclusive, appointment-only vintage showroom feels like it’s been pulled straight from the Pinterest boards of fashion girls around the world. There’s something about the effortless way they present vintage workwear, provocative graphic tees, and Japanese denim that keeps you scrolling. The selection also includes coveted designer pieces from Prada, Ann Demeulemeester, Comme des Garçons, Gucci, and more, all priced surprisingly well for such hard-to-find gems. Nhogirl is undeniably for the cool girls.
Episode
Episode is a curated thrift store with multiple locations across Europe, including Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam. In Amsterdam alone, there are four outposts. The first we visited was in the Nine Streets, the largest and busiest of the bunch. With a strong Y2K focus, Episode caters to a younger shopper, with most pieces priced under €50.
The second location we stopped by was on Spuistraat 96, where I scored a Ralph Lauren button-down, while my sister picked up a vintage varsity jacket.
Cream
Located just steps from Episode’s Spuistraat location, Cream is a haven for the girly girls. From the moment you walk in and spot the David Bowie cutout, you know exactly what you’re stepping into. The pink walls feel instantly inviting, and the racks are filled with ultra-feminine picks that channel Y2K style, ’70s funk, and all things bold and over-the-top.
