Vintage clothes:

Think Ragstock, but elevated – these shops have vintage clothes (and everything you’d need for an 80s-themed costume). Though they run a bit pricier, they’re fun to browse and perfect if you need a nice sturdy pair of jeans or a warm and fashionable jacket.

Beyond Retro

Beyond Retro is the largest shop on this list and has a wide variety of vintage items. Here you can get your fix of 80s windbreakers, Y2k tops, 70s Levi’s, and more. They also have quite a selection of graphic tees and colorful sweaters. It’s a great place to look for a jacket: be it leather, denim, or wool.

Broadway & Sons

Broadway & Sons has your daily dose of Americana ­– think cowboy boots, denim jackets, and paint-stained Levi’s (in a cool way). They also have a selection of military surplus clothing. This store is more on the expensive side, but it has high-quality products and is well-curated.

Adding your own touch to your space:

Only being in Stockholm for a few months, it can be hard to justify buying a lot of items for decoration. Thrifting those items is a great way to add a personal touch to your space abroad while not breaking the bank or creating extra waste.

Stockholms Stadsmission

Stadsmissionens Second-hand is perfect if you’re looking to spruce up your space with a wide variety of home décor items. They also have an in-house brand of recycled garments! If you’re looking for a way to document your time abroad, they have a good variety of both film and digital cameras. Though their collection isn’t as extensive, the physical space is more spread out than some other stores, making it easier to navigate.

Myrorna

Myrorna is also a great place to go if you’re looking to add a bit more personal touch to your place – if you’re looking for a cozy mug to call your own or other assorted home décor, it’s a good bet. They also have a newer selection of clothes than you might find at another thrift store, though the store is a bit smaller, as is their collection.

Daily wear:

Only being in Stockholm for a few months, it can be hard to justify buying a lot of items for decoration. Thrifting those items is a great way to add a personal touch to your space abroad while not breaking the bank or creating extra waste.

Humana

Humana has a bit of everything you might need to fill out your wardrobe. Think basics; turtlenecks, slacks, jeans, blouses, and t-shirts. They also have nice but reasonably priced sneakers, a large accessories section, and a plethora of leather jackets.

Red Cross (Röda Korset)

Red Cross doesn’t have a lot of vintage items but has a good variety of recent donations. The store is an easy-to-browse space – it’s sorted by style, item, and color, making it easy to find cute tops, dresses, and button-downs. If you’re looking for an affordable, high-quality tote bag to fit in with the locals, this is a great stop. Perhaps best of all: Red Cross offers a student discount!