9 X sustainable shops in the Netherlands that are actually fun

The word may still not sound very sexy, but in 2020, sustainability is a must in all facets of our lives. We want to live sustainably, travel sustainably, and shop sustainably. Fortunately, sustainability is high on the agenda for more and more brands, and sustainable shopping is becoming increasingly easy at the best sustainable stores. Recently, a number of sustainable fashion shops have opened, which we would love to share with you. From Laren to Utrecht; this is the place to be for cool fashion with a green approach.

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These are 9 unmissable sustainable shops in the Netherlands

Fresh, Amsterdam

In the ever-popular De Pijp neighborhood in Amsterdam, you'll find Verse Store. The name? It has a meaning: Vegan, Ethically Produced, Reduced Waste, Sourced Locally, and Empowering. You get the idea: anything you buy here, you can buy with peace of mind. They have a wide selection of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle items. And when you're done shopping, you can relax at one of De Pijp's charming terraces.
Gerard Doustraat 84H, Amsterdam – versegoodstore.com

© Verse, @versegoodstore

Pop-Up Garden, Utrecht

At Pop-Up Gaard, you'll never leave empty-handed. The wide selection of fashion, art, and design by emerging talent from the Netherlands and Belgium isn't just enticing, it also prioritizes sustainability. Whether you're looking for a gift or a new outfit, you've come to the right place.
Vienna Promenade 2, Utrecht – popupgaard.nl

© Pop-Up Gaard, @popupgaard

Natur-El, Rotterdam

In Rotterdam, you'll find Natur-El, a great store with timeless, sustainable fashion. It can be tough to choose, but if you truly want to shop sustainably, only choose items that truly make your heart beat faster. The friendly staff are happy to help you choose.
Swan Neck 376, Amsterdam – nature-el.nl

The Blind Spot, Goes

The Blind Spot in Goes remains popular thanks to its ever-changing selection. With brands like Alpaca Loca, A Beautiful Story, Doing Goods, Kuyichi, and many more, you know you'll find what you're looking for here.
Short Church Street 15, Goes – theblindspot.nl

© The Blind Spot, @theblindspotnl

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Alegra Collective, Amsterdam

Alegra Collective in Amsterdam offers a wide selection of fashion from South America. Many items are handmade, and everything is sustainably produced on a small scale. Planning a visit is essential, as this shop is by appointment only.
Elandsgracht 111, Amsterdam – alegracollective.com

Shop like you give a damn, online

A great online, sustainable initiative: Shop Like You Give A Damn. The name says it all: you only buy anything here if you truly believe in it. What's more, everything you find here is vegan, fair, and sustainable.
shoplikeyougiveadamn.nl

The Fair East, Amsterdam

Next to the Oostpoort shopping center in Amsterdam, you'll find Het Faire Oosten, a charming shop with sustainable clothing and home decor. Oh, and they have some really great (sustainable!) gifts. A place for all ages where you'll always find what you're looking for.
Waldenlaan 208, Amsterdam – hetfaireoosten.nl

The Fair East

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Drifter Store, Haarlem

Located in a creative space in Haarlem, Drifter Store is a vibrant fashion hotspot that's constantly evolving. Drifter's goal is to help customers wear their clothes for as long as possible, which is why the store sells items made from high-quality, sustainable fabrics. The company is also as transparent as possible. Besides fashion, you can also find coffee, small-scale exhibitions, and performances here.
Gierstraat 2, Haarlem – drifterstore.nl

© Drifter, Haarlem

Mud Jeans, Laren

Lease jeans at the recently opened Mud Jeans in Laren. The store, located in a space at De Groene Afslag (a sustainable meeting place that also houses the brand's headquarters), also sells vintage jeans, pre-owned styles, washed and refurbished by Mud Jeans if necessary. And if you order jeans online, they'll be delivered by bicycle courier.
Amersfoortsestraatweg 117, Laren – mudjeans.com

Mud Jeans

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Ecoalf, Amsterdam

In the very first Ecoalf store in Amsterdam, not only the products but also the interior are sustainable. The Spanish fashion brand uses minimal new materials for its furnishings, using materials such as recycled lamps and wood, 100% mineral-based paint, and clean energy. "Because there is no Planet B" is the slogan of this company, which manufactures clothing from materials such as PET bottles, used coffee, car tires, collected waste, and recycled, sustainable cotton, nylon, and wool.
Utrechtsestraat 105h, Amsterdam – ecoalf.com

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