Disappointment. I was excited for this store…read more This store has interesting clothing to offer - some vintage some new. The prices were pretty steep. Many clothes were damaged, and the tag did not mention the damaged item. I understand that items are vintage, but it should be disclosed of the condition of the clothing. The v store was very hot and packed with people. I was unable to look at everything because shoppers kept bumping into me or cutting me off unfortunately. The clothes were not very organized either. It was hard to look through them. If they did crowd control and limit the shoppers inside, I may have had a better experience. This has been the most disappointing shop during my Scotland holiday so far.

One of my favorite vintage shops in the world! I look forward to coming here every time I am in…read moreEdinburgh. I have found some really unique pieces for great prices.

Rusty Zip is a spin off of Armstrong's, and has all the quality of the vintage outlet crammed into…read morethis compact shop. Armstrong's is sprawled out in a vast space, but I quite liked being able to pick through the packed railings in here without having to travel too far! Garments are nicely ordered, well displayed (as you would expect from an Armstrong's store) and have the same fun, frilly vintage appeal. There are spangles galore, not to mention a decent selection of beaten up cowboy boots. It's worth noting that the clothes shipped off to this outlet are considerably cheaper than in Armstrong's proper, with sparkly 70s disco boob tubes coming in at a fiver! They had some nice leather jackets cheaper than I've seen elsewhere, and a good selection of clothing for guys. They had some great offers on denim shirts - if you buy a denim jacket you get one for free! The shirts were dirt cheap as it was and with denim making a big comeback this season, I can see their Lee shirts selling out faster than a speeding bullet. The staff were friendly and relaxed, going about their business while leaving me free to browse. It's a bit more laid back than Armstrong's and with more bargains. Love it!

As previous reviewers have mentioned, the Rusty Zip is a little sister of Armstrong's, one of the…read morebiggest vintage clothes stores in the City. The Rusty Zip is quite small but crammed full with garments, trinkets and accessories. I personally am a fan of their leather post man bags.My flatmate loved their shoes, which were in very good condition, and not to mention affordable, considering they were leather boots. Their cashmere jumpers are quite nice, and they have a good selection of men's clothing as well. Prices vary depending on the garment in question, and their are some true vintage pieces in here. Whether or not you would ever wear them, or if you question if vintage shops are just over-priced second-hand shops I will leave that to you. I still like the quirky finds in this shop and it's down-to-earth attitude to it's stock. (they even have 70's disco glitter boots for your Abba fever party- not just brand stuff)

I'm a huge fan of vintage but I HATE being lured into a shop on the promise of vintage and being…read morefobbed of with repro rubbish. Those were the days is the real deal. One if the best ranges of authentic 50's dresses I have found to date, gorgeous fabrics and properly constructed. These beauties are priced under the £200 mark. Some great deals on proper vintage clothes from the 50's, 60's and 70's at reasonable prices and some name items here, including a gorgeous, full length black Ossie Clark for Radley piece - sadly not my size and out of my pre-pay day price range :-( Well worth a visit for vintage fans!

On first impression, this was a really beautiful shop. We were only in for a short visit but I…read morecouldn't help but be dazzled by the glamorous dresses in the window display. On closer inspection, it all seemed a little over-priced. I've seen similar pieces at vintage fairs for a fraction of the price. There was a light peach camisole cropped throw-over for £35, which I'd honestly seen in Barnardos recently, only in a slightly more pink colour, for just £5. Vintage, is understandably, a pricey business because there's a lot of special things to be found and I don't mind paying that bit more for a vintage dress or a really special piece of clothing. But when it comes to second-hand sweaters and cardigans, they really shouldn't amount to Topshop prices. I can get similar items at vintage fairs and charity shops for far, far better prices. That's not to say Those Were The Days wouldn't be great for a special occasion but this time round, we just wanted a quick browse and found even the cheaper, more basic items to be overpriced. I like my vintage shop music to be vintage too! So a bit of 1920's jazz or swing would have made for a better atmosphere over the Coldplay thay had playing. Regardless, we were given a friendly welcome and I'm sure it's somewhere I'd give another chance if in that part of town and looking for something special.

Take an individual piece of clothing out of Aladin's cave it's probably the worst thing you've ever…read morebought. According to everyone who's older than me this is one of the oldest established vintage clothing boutiques in Edinburgh. Lots of animal prints, lots of sequins and polyester, like any second hand shop really. but for some reason Herman Brown seems to be slightly uglier (which as we all know, is a great thing) having never found an excuse to wear a 150kg dress I'm sad to say I've bought NOTHING in the 800 times I've been in but it's still great fun trying stuff on.. Shop owners everywhere are shaking their heads, right?

I got so excited the first time I stumbled upon Herman Brown…read more It's a vintage store with originality, and packed full with well sourced stock. There was granny jumpers aplenty, batwing sweaters, suede jackets and a decent selection for the boys. It's not overwhelmingly busy with stock, leaving you free to browse without your brain being bombarded with a ton of information. There is definitely enough to satisfy your vintage cravings however, and loads of accessories for you to dig into your wallets for. There is a good supply of boots, buckles and bangles, not to mention half a ton of gorgeous brooches in a glass cabinet underneath the cash desk. You can always tell vintage suppliers who hire experienced staff, and Herman Brown has that. They are a very approachable bunch who are informative if you want to find out more about an item. Herman Brown is full of goodies, and being established for over twenty years it's safe to say they didn't jump on a bandwagon - they built it!

FANTASTIC PLACE!! Best shop in Edinburgh by far. Anne was such a great help to me & so friendly!…read moreUnique hand made pieces and beautiful handmade silk scarves at (by American standards) insanely low prices: $37 for a jaw dropping handmade silk scarf which would easily be $137 back home in California. Unique jackets and wraps and stunning handmade jewelry for only $20. Crazy. If I lived closer I'd be here all the time lol! Anne even told me helped me to find a "locals pub" to check out which was a great place. Thanks Anne for all your help!!

This is more vintage than thrift and pretty expensive for both. The woman working there was plenty…read morenice, not a huge selection so don't go in thinking you'll spend a lot of time or dig.

In my opinion, Carnivàle Vintage is the best vintage shop in Edinburgh! All the dresses are in good…read morecondition. And they are reasonably priced. The owner knows a lot about vintage fashion, she will help you find the best dress! I also like that there are TWO fitting rooms in this shop! I highly recommend this shop, I will definitely go back.

From the owner: Carnivàle specialises in vintage clothing from the 1940s-1970s. We have both menswear and…read morewomenswear as well as furniture, jewellery and accessories. We are passionate about bringing old things back to life and clean and mend items so they can be enjoyed for several more decades to come.

I was so surprised to find Elaine's vintage offerings peeking out of this street in Stock Bridge. I…read morehad never heard of this place - probably because it doesn't bend over backwards to sell itself to the commercial, niche market for retro clothing. So stumbling upon it became even more of a treat! Specialising in era's up to the 70s, you get the impression Elaine seeks out only the best garments. In pristine condition, there is a good selection of mod dresses, tea party frocks, pinny's, bags and lovely shirts for guys. As Cheryl said the woman who owns the store is incredibly complimentary, making her a great saleswoman as you simply can't resist buying something. After hearing a number of good things about the 60s floral print skirt I tried on, I had to buy it! It just had to be done. Every item of clothing in here is in fantastic condition and the owner certainly knows her stuff. The designs she chooses to stock are everlasting, timeless classics to fit in wardrobes of all generations. Marching to the beat of its own drum, Elaine's is truly a wonderful wee vintage emporium.

Here's the deal: this shop really caught me off guard. I didn't go out looking for a 1950's skirt…read more But, heck, I'm sitting at home wearing one, writing this review. I used to really like shopping for vintage clothes. Then I kind of went off it. It's an expensive hobby and there's a lot of shops out there with unjustifiably high prices. And, truth be told, some of it isn't very nice, regardless of its age. I think this is something that vintage traders forget. So, it can be a little bit pretentious, the vintage malarkey. I hadn't said goodbye to vintage shopping; rather just a 'see ya a little more infrequently' since fewer items were catching my eye. So, today, this little shop stands out to me simply because I can't see a name on the shopfront. I had to satisfy my curiosity. I had to go in. And then, I see it: a beautiful, puffy, polkadot skirt; the kind of skirt I've dreamt about. I touch it, and the polkadots are velvety soft; a delight. Elaine prompted me to try it on, sharing with me that it was a genuine 1950's piece. I simply could not say no. I've only fallen in love with an item of clothing like this just once before and that was a floor length Frank Usher fringed dress from Mr Ben's in Glasgow. And, of course, you already know I bought the skirt. It's a beauty and Elaine made me feel a million dollars, as I popped out to give her a twirl. She insisted I let her see, after I'd feared it was too small for me. I'm so glad that it fit perfectly. I love it. The price was reasonable and one I was happy to pay for a genuine vintage piece. You'd easily pay the same for a new Topshop skirt but, of course, you'd leave without that super feeling that comes with shopping local. And I just love how unassuming Elaine's is. - What a gem of a shop!

"Another vintage shop in Edinburgh?" I hear you sigh. Yes. It is. But this one is a branch of…read moreBarnardos charity shops. So, you can buy lovely vintage clothing and also feel smug that you're doing something for charity. Barnardos Vintage is a lovely little treasure trove of a place and the staff are very sweet and pretty. It's all very charmed-life Amelie-style. I'm particularly pleased as I got the coat I have been looking for all my life... I think I'm in love!

This is a lovely charity vintage shop. I always make it a point to drop by whenever I'm in the area.read more

Very well organized store with a little bit of everything. I was impressed by the overall quality…read moreof items, but more impressed by the actual thrift store prices. Was my favorite of the charity shops along the Main Street in Stockton!

Based on other Yelps, I wanted to come here first. A variety of items here, men's & women's…read moreclothing, lots of jewelry (costume mostly) handbags, housewares, music CDs & more. I'm on my holiday treasure hunt and did find a mini Denby lidded crock, only £2.50 so I left happy. Prices throughout the shop where very reasonable as well as the selection. Friendly staff tops it off for 5 star stop!

Lovely vintage pieces.. From clothing to toys to furniture and crockery.. This new addition to…read moreLeith Walk is well worth a look see and having a poke around... Tho prices more in line with vintage/antique shops than junk store... Had to resist buying a sideboard or record player..