I read a sign here that said ‘Your Husband Called, He Said Buy Anything You Want’. And all the women concur! A good mixture of vintage and retro here, plus I spotted some gorgeous beaded handbags from the 50’s era. I’m a big fan of accessories and those who share the similar interest as me would find the perfect stoned brooch, hair accessories, vintage gloves or dresses that would appeal to the 80’s enthusiast. As Chloe mentioned, expect steep prices here but look out for the occassional sales.
L G.
Place rating: 3 Australia
The 80’s logo says it all really… this store is full of unselfconsciously rad and un-ironic pieces. It’s the kind of place Shoreditch hipsters would go nuts for: vintage that borders on bad taste, but in the best possible way. Eighties power suits, shoulder pads, bedazzled jumpers, weird 90s prints, Pretty-in-pink party dresses. It’s a small shop, but it’s organised by size and style so you can navigate the jam-packed racks with ease. The older lady behind the counter is always helpful as well. Prices aren’t majorly bargainous, but they often have 50% off everything sales to clear out the old and make space for the new. While I’m generally more of a minimalist, you can find the occasional interesting piece or accessory in here. Definitely worth a look.
Chloe L.
Place rating: 4 South Australia, Australia
This jam-packed little store in North Adelaide is well-described by its title, ‘Designer Recycle Boutique’. The collection of second-hand dresses, shoes and women’s fashion is mostly second-hand designer brands, and a few other brands masquerading as designer. There is a lot of eighties high-fashion moments in here — showy, outrageous prints and puffs. This kinda makes sense in North Adelaide — an old money sorta suburb. Prices are not super cheap but not unreasonable — good sales make it affordable. Yesterday when I stopped by there was a 50% off sale on and a big sale rack out the front. This store is great fun if you — like me — love the stunningly hideous in fashion. Leopard prints, puffed sleeves, pink zebra sweaters and eighties party frocks in lurid shades.