PRACTICAL INFORMATION OF THE WEEK - 10 vintage shops to discover in Cologne and Bonn

PRACTICAL INFORMATION OF THE WEEK - 10 vintage shops to discover in Cologne and Bonn

Willingness to consume differently, search for original or even unique pieces, taste for the retro fashion of our mothers and grandmothers: there are many reasons to love vintage fashion and that's good, because second-hand clothing stores have been popping up all over the place for a few years! Cologne and Bonn are no exception to the rule and also have a few shops where you can unearth marvels. both a men's and women's vintage clothing store, an art gallery and a design boutique. The selection of vintage items is quite limited but handpicked. In addition to second-hand, you will also find some designer pieces. Finally, the shop has a fine collection of old editions of Swatch watches. Brüsseler Str. 72Monday to Saturday, 12pm to 7pmMore info 2) Real second-hand clothes: EntlarvtFor those looking for an original or even unique piece, Entlarvt is a must. The store specializes in vintage clothing and second-hand clothes from the 20s to the 80s. In the shop, located a stone's throw from the Belgisches Viertel, stylish students and hipsters jostle, but also Colonists who come to find a period wig or authentic cowboy boots to complete their Carnival costume!Zülpicher Straße 6Open Tuesday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. More info

3) The large vintage store: Vintage and RagsYou have to plan a little time when you push the door of Vintage & Rags: the store is large, on two levels and is full of clothes from the 1950s to the present day; but with patience, there are treasures to discover at reasonable prices! It is also one of the generalist addresses in our selection with articles for men, women and children. Hohenzollernring 47, Monday to Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. More info 4) Like in a boudoir: Zeit der RosenZeit der Rosen is a very pretty shop in which you find the atmosphere of a boudoir. There are beautiful pieces, carefully selected and presented by the owner of the store, as well as a large selection of accessories. But the shop is worth a visit especially for its large collection of jewelry from the 20s to 70s.Merowinger Str. 48Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 6.30 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.More info 5) Small and big brands: KattakattaKattakatta presents a great diversity in the items selected: alongside high-end labels such as Gucci, Hugo Boss or Prada, we also finds consumer brands. So there are bargains to be had in both the men's and women's departments! Zülpicher Str. 239Monday to Saturday, 11am to 6.30pmMore info6) Everything for children: DreikäsehochChildren have not been forgotten in the world of second-hand goods. Witness Dreikäsehoch: a little paradise if you are looking to dress your offspring at a lower cost but still with quality clothes. In addition to its clothing section, the store offers other items: shoes, books, toys, car seats, etc.Zülpicher Str. 316Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More info

L’INFO PRATIQUE DE LA SEMAINE - 10 boutiques vintage à découvrir à Cologne et à Bonn

7) Crazy Boots: Subcouture This is the essential address if you are looking for a pair of boots! The owner of the shop has indeed specialized in boots from the 80s, of which several hundred models are on sale! Also in store: a vast selection of bags straight from the 60s and 70s as well as a large selection of 50s to 80s clothing.

Bonn8) Low-cost fashion: RosenrotRosenrot is a pretty little shop in the Altstadt; there is a selection of clothes sorted by color, a wide choice of scarves and scarves as well as a few pairs of shoes. Martina, the owner, takes good care of her customers and always gives good advice!Wolfstr. 1Tuesday to Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

More info 9) Colourful: Second Hand KunterbuntA stone's throw away is Kunterbunt, where you can find second-hand women's, men's and children's clothing, carefully sorted and ordered in the shop, and all this on a small scale. price ! Kunterbunt is a consignment store, which means that you can also sell clothes there that you no longer want and that are piling up in your closet! Breitestr. 36Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm.10) Luxury and chic: Bonn CoutureLast but not least, Roswitha Carstensen's boutique, Bonn Couture, dedicated to luxury fashion, is one of the addresses not to be missed. You will find pieces from major couture brands such as Chanel, Dior, Hermès, etc. in perfect condition as well as a wide selection of accessories and shoes. Even though the prices are significantly lower than new prices, expect higher prices than in other vintage fashion shops.Thomas-Mann-Str. 43More info Hélène Pestel (www.lepetitjournal.cologne) Rerun of Monday, December 9, 2013