Vintage Shopping Itineraries

SOUTH AUSTIN

While the vintage shops in South Austin are a bit spread out, it is worth the exploration and walk or short drive between them. South Congress has long been the stop for vintage, with Feathers Boutique and Prototype Vintage dominating the scene. Both carry women’s and men’s vintage clothing and accessories.

Want to find more local flavor? Head off the tourist drag and discover some hidden gems. Top of the list is Uncommon Objects. This shop will excite the treasure hunter in you with 25 curators of antiques, curiosities, and raw materials. Plan on spending over an hour here to explore every nook and cranny as you find everything from taxidermy to jewelry to oddities your mind can’t even imagine. And pop in next door to Far Out Home Fittings for even more vintage delights from home furnishings to clothing.

Vintage clothing boutiques dominate South Austin. Devil’s Details Boutique, on the trendy South First Street, is one of the most highly curated jewelry boutiques in the city, with jewelry and accessories dating from the 1900s-1980s. What sets them apart is their enormous collecyion of costume jewelry, their level of service, and knowledge and expertise. Also located on South First is American Drifter Vintage who carries men’s and women’s clothing.

Just a short drive away, you can find even more vintage along South Lamar: Stardust Vintage carries men’s and ladies attire, while Garment Vintage + Modern carries exclusive designer and rare vintage garments.

EAST AUSTIN

Located just east of the highway, Charm School Vintage, carries even more vintage fashion, selecting each garment for its timelessness, wearability, and ability to delight and inspire. They also carry various local and independent apothecary and jewelry lines. Hidden deep in east Austin, Blackfeather Vintage Works is a must stop shop with a psycharelic collection of vintage clothing and accessories for men and women, artifacts oddities and housewares. Don’t forget to stop by Prisma Vintage for some of the best vintage t-shirts in town!

NORTH LOOP

North Loop is a pickers dream. With five vintage shops concentrated across the street from each other, there is something for every vintage lover in this district. Room Service Vintage anchors the street with 3500 sq. ft packed with a massive selection of 50s-70s furniture, lighting, clothing, jewelry, toys/novelties, records, art, books, magazines, kitchenware, and probably some crazy item from your childhood that you didn’t even know you needed back in your life. Pro tip: Don’t forget to ask for the key to the bunny bathroom before you leave.

Not to be overshadowed by the anchor, this district is packed with vintage fashion at Big Berthas Paradise, Blue Velvet Vintage, Stitches Vintage, and Ermine Vintage whom we love because they group their clothing by modern day size.

North AUSTIN

North Austin vintage shops cater to creating the vintage apartment/home of your dreams. Hidden treasures await your home in several north Austin shops. Revival Vintage, now located on N Lamar, carries both home goods, vintage clothing, and an array of local gifts. Side Kitsch Vintage carries just that, kitsch, supplying unique vintage furniture, decor, vinyl records, clothing and jewelry. D&W Lighting specializes in antique, vintage and custom design lighting. Modern Redux is committed to the acquisition, rehabilitation, and resale of distinctive Mid 20th Century Modern furniture, lighting, and art for a contemporary audience. They also feature a well curated collection of post-war European Art/Studio Pottery from the late 40s to the mid 70s. Uptown Modern is 6,000 sq ft and carries fabulous vintage mid-century furniture, jewelry, lamps, art and accessories.

Other north Austin shops that you can get lost in:
The Austin Antique Mall has over 30,000 sq ft and over 100 different vendors, each crafting unique booths. It’s perfect for exploring on a rainy day because you can literally spend all day in here. Newcomers to the scene are Thigh-Hi Vintage, Avengers Vintage, specializing in the 1960s and 1970s. And Okasan who carries a selection of stylish and quirky vintage + modern pieces for your home and body, with a mix of Japan-made goods.