Sustainable shopping in Stockholm – A guide
Shopping sustainable clothes
It might not come as a surprise for any of you that know me that I’m into sustainable fashion, slow fashion, eco-conscious clothes or whatever you might want to call it. For many (4? 5? 6?) years I’ve exclusively consumed sustainable fashion. As a born and raised Stockholmer I’m pretty confident I know a thing or two about where to find what when you’re in need of shopping clothes in Stockholm, so here’s my guide.
Disclaimer: There are more stores than the ones mentioned, but they might not fit my standards, and there is also a possibility that I haven’t visited it.
Södermalm is the place to be
Støv, Hornsgatan 50A (T) Mariatorget
If you’re a fashionista in the sense that you feel inspired by Instagram models wearing oversized blazers and maxi dresses Støv is a good fit for you. I recently found the store while strolling Hornsgatan and when I finally was able to pay a visit I was happily surprised. You’ll find preloved pieces by Scandinavian design clothes together with a good selection of shoes in an airy environment. Støv opened late 2019, and as we know Corona hasn’t been the best to new initiatives so if you have the possibility to buy second hand clothes here I highly suggest you do. It’s run by a super sweet Norwegian girl that taught me støv means dust. The store is anything but dusty though. Highly recommended!
(Downside: Not very size-friendly if you’re bigger than size L.)
Støv second hand @ Hornsgatan 50A
Adisgladis, Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 8 (T) Mariatorget
Run by Adam that will tell you everything you need to know about every item he sells. The store has more of a outdoorsy niche, but you can still find great everyday pieces for both men and women.
Ecosphere, Bergsunds strand 32 (T) Hornstull
Ecosphere has a special place in my heart! I’ve shopped at Ecosphere since it opened and started working extra at Ecosphere in 2019. This is a little store with only ethically produced new fashion and a few second hand pieces. Ecosphere is a great option for those that like to be in fashion And to support a sustainable clothing industry. You’ll find clothes for men and women alongside with sneakers, swimwear and accessories. It’s like any trendy clothes store in town but selected and sustainable.
Ecosphere @ Bergsunds strand 32
Röda korsets second hand, Hornsgatan 54 (T) Mariatorget
Röda korset (Red cross) second hand has a few stores in town but the one on Hornsgatan is definitely my favorite one. If you’re the kind that are afraid of visiting a second hand store this might be a good option for you to get over that. It’s always very well organized and they frequently get design pieces from brands such as Swedish brand Dagmar. The prices vary from 20 SEK up to ~600 SEK for brand new design pieces that’ve been donated to the store.
Emmaus second hand, Peter Myndes backe
Siv & Åke, Sankt Paulsgatan 20 (T) Slussen or Mariatorget
Perfectly (!) curated vintage store with selected pieces from the 70-90’s with a love for natural fabrics, pastels, naturals and earthy colors and good prices. I’ve found amazing linen tops, silk shirts for both me and my husband. They have a bunch of Levi’s 501, so if that’s something you like you might wanna go there for sure. Definitely worth a visit either way.
Siv & Åke @ Sankt Paulsgatan 20
And a few that didn’t quite make it to my favorites…
Humana, Timmermansgatan 23,
Myrorna, Hornsgatan 96,
Stockholms Stadsmission, Hornsgatan 58,
Emmaus Second hand, Peter Myndes Backe 8,
Ruth & Raoul, Hornsgatan 116.
Judits second hand, Hornsgatan 75
None of these stores are my favorite stores, however if you’re in the neighborhood they still might be worth a quick look, depending on what you’re searching for. If you’re into sparkle and glitter Humana is a good option, they usually have a big selection of glittery dresses and fun sequin jackets. At Myrorna on Hornsgatan I rarely find something I like, it’s quite messy and not very well planned but if you find something it will probably be very cheap, and cheap can be good. Stockholm Stadsmission and Emmaus are both great for finding fabrics to sew and I’ve found a few good pieces of clothes here – still worth a look if you’re in the neighborhood. Ruth and Roul is a hit or miss, but good to find odd pieces. Judits second hand is a great store in many ways, it’s accessible and have bunch of clothes, I’ve both bought and sold through them, but the staff’s attitude (a very snobbish Stockholm vibe) definitely draws the experience down.
Let me know if this was helpful and if you’d like more of these kinds of guides.
xo
Alejandra
