Who said sustainable clothing had to be boring? Thrift stores have been around for a very long time so people find unique articles of clothing that sets them apart from the rest; if you want to create an exclusive wardrobe yourself, you’ve come to the right place. Maithili Bachani skims through 3 different thrift stores in the UAE.
Dig.
Dig is a new age online vintage and thrift store with a pop up at Al Quoz, all the items look new age vintage and seem to cater to people who enjoy wearing light grunge and cool graphic designs added onto shirts, hoodies and jeans. There is an overarching athleisure aesthetic that calls out to anyone with an eye for exclusive items, along with a whole selection of retro and colourful pieces.
Iyda Thrift
Iyda thrift store is a much more casual and authentic online store, it’s bringing the Y2K aesthetic back in style. Darker colours are prominent in their collection, and believe in the history of each article of clothing, it’s beyond fast fashion; it’s true intent. They also sell distinctive hand bags that catch your attention immediately, if you’re looking for something hand picked to enhance your styling this might just be the place for you!
Fashion Rerun
Fashion Rerun is a locally owned brand established in 2017, it’s an clothing store in Al Quoz as well as online, that also sells an array of thrifty items. From active wear to jerseys to dapper sweatshirts they have it all, their style can be best described as statement pieces mixed with the conventional flair, in short it has something for everyone. The jacket collection in particular has a certain panache that is bold and refreshing, definitely worth checking out.