10 Alternative Vintage and Design Shops

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From antique to latest designs. From authentic to modern. From cheap to pricey . From books to jewellery, you will find many different and various items to buy. These shops are for those that don't like shopping malls and make fo...Open the full description

From antique to latest designs.
From authentic to modern.
From cheap to pricey .
From books to jewellery, you will find many different and various items to buy. These shops are for those that don't like shopping malls and make for great gifts to take home.

Bomonti Flea Market

Second-hand goodness

Bomonti Flea Market

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What better way to spend a Sunday morning than rummaging through all manner of weird and wonderful paraphernalia at a local flea market? With around 200 stalls selling everything from old cameras, vinyls and books to clothing, toys and watches, this place is a veritable treasure trove. Read more ›

by Senem

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Antikacılar Sokağı

Street bursting with antique shops

Antikacılar Sokağı

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Tellalzade Street, also known as “'Kadıköy Antique Shops Street”, is a precious gem for antique enthusiasts. It’s also home to an abundance of second-hand shops and a couple of stores selling old records. You can smell the history in the air! Read more ›

by Selin

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Çiçek İşleri

Unique gift shop

Çiçek İşleri

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Çiçek İşleri sells one of a kind handmade items as well as plants and flowers. It’s a perfect blend of traditional Turkish handicrafts and contemporary design. It also works as a café, so you can enjoy a nice coffee break once you’re done shopping. Read more ›

by Selin

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selfestate

Hip sanctuary for the style-conscious

selfestate

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This super cool concept store is a newcomer to Galata, the hippest neighbourhood in Istanbul. It stocks a distinct selection of fashion labels from around the globe including Jeffrey Campbell, Wildfox and A Question Of, along with local sensations like Selim Baklaci and Ekria. Read more ›

by Bugu Melis

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Nahil Dükkan

Turkish handicrafts shop

Nahil Dükkan

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Nahil offers a cool range of textiles, home accessories, toys, soaps, stationary and many other lovely products handcrafted by women in undeveloped parts of Turkey, providing them with a sustainable source of income. Profits are also used to support centres for women and children throughout the country. Read more ›

by Senem

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Lomography Embassy Store İstanbul

For Lomography lovers

Lomography Embassy Store İstanbul

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While this store isn’t the only place selling Lomography products in Istanbul, it’s the only one with cheery and helpful staff. I often annoy them with a bunch of ridiculous camera problems and they never leave me disappointed. Read more ›

by Deniz

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Vintage Records

Lose yourself in LP heaven

Vintage Records

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Owned by a well-known radio programmer, Vintage Records is a little shop full of old LP and EP records. You should definitely rummage through the vintage Turkish pop section! Read more ›

by Selin

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Kabine Nadire

Handmade goodies & DIY workshops

Kabine Nadire

1

The founders of Kabine Nadire describe it as “a contemporary cabinet of curiosity”. In other words, it’s a project that encourages collective production through DIY workshops. It’s affiliated with the Halka Art Project – an independent organisation that explores contemporary art and culture. Read more ›

by Selin

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Herşey Aşk'tan

Sweet delights

Herşey Aşk'tan

1

At Herşey Aşk'tan you can buy the finest Turkish delight, chocolates and nut pastes, along with delightful homewares and jewellery. The family who owns this lovely little shop has been producing sweets since 1870. Read more ›

by Senem

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Zelazo

Cool creative space

Zelazo

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Zelazo is dedicated to production and skill sharing. People gather here to learn new crafts and run workshops, and also to exhibit, sell and exchange their creations. Additionally, It’s a nice place to relax, work, study and meet local creative types. Read more ›

by Selin

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