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The Red Cross
There are two shops run by The Red Cross at opposite ends of Reykjavik‘s long shopping street Laugavegur. This branch is a bit more spread out, with the same focus on men and women’s clothing. There is always the possibility of coming across an amazing vintage find or collector’s item just waiting to be picked up. A great way to support a worthy organisation that runs programmes to help refugees, women’s shelters, and immigrants.
Spúútnik
This is the vintage fashion shopping mecca of Reykjavik, often showcasing flashy window displays with a funky twist. The shelves are often changing according to the latest trends, so if black metal band T-shirts are an updated fashion staple, you’ll be sure to find a few racks here devoted solely to that. Although definitely a thrift store, their prices are more akin to those of a fashion boutique.
Hertex
The Salvation Army | Courtesy of the author
This is another great place to enjoy shopping while supporting a great cause. Hertex, run by the Salvation Army, is located west of downtown on a residential street. Here you can find a selection of items catering to a slightly older clientele – but if you really sift through the embroidered pillowcases, you’ll find the hidden gems. Downstairs you can find a carefully selected range of textiles, household items, and winter coats.
Gyllti Kötturinn
Gyllti Kötturinn, or The Golden Kitten, is more of a fashion boutique, with handpicked items upstairs and a vintage shop with a wider selection of funky finds downstairs. They always have amazing throwback dresses, all seemingly from the late ’80s and early ’90s – also lots of silk tops and waist belts. In the winter, their fur coat selection is one of the best in town. Also, don’t forget to pet the shop’s cat, usually found napping on a velvet chair in the window.
Nytjamarkaður Samhjálpar – Basarinn
This thrift store sells a variety of items, including clothing, shoes, household wares, jewellery, toys, framed stock paintings and more. A few designer and collector items could possibly show up. Everything is well organised, with clothing arranged according to colour. It is definitely one of the cheapest thrift stores in Reykjavik, and the majority of items are clothing, plus a surprising amount of jewellery. Samhjálp, established in 1973, is a non-profit organisation that runs rehabilitation centres.
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