Business Details
15 Years
experience
Vintage Fashion & Bridal Boutique in Edinburgh
Founded in 2011, Those Were The Days Vintage is an independently owned, family-run business based in Edinburgh's bohemian St Stephen Street. Our expertly curated collections of women's and men's vintage fashion, jewellery, and accessories span from the 1920s to the 1990s, representing over a century of fashion history. Each piece is hand-selected during international buying trips for its iconic design, quality craftsmanship, and historical significance. We specialise in blending sustainable vintage pieces with contemporary style, offering both in-store and upcoming online shopping experiences. Our team provides expert styling advice and collaborates with fashion creatives for editorial and media projects.With a commitment to authenticity and sustainability, we carefully clean and restore every item before it joins our collections. Our Edinburgh boutique offers a vibrant, colour-coordinated shopping environment, with new additions weekly and seasonal collections. We also operate Scotland's first dedicated vintage bridal wear boutique, Those Were The Days Bridal. Our expertise extends to styling celebrities, costume design for film and television, and inspiring international fashion designers. As a sustainable fashion advocate, we promote vintage shopping as the most environmentally responsible way to build a wardrobe.
Services
Vintage Clothing
Bridal Wear
Styling Services
Private Sales
Photo Shoots
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 13 years of expertise in vintage fashion curation and restoration
- Our team personally selects rare pieces from global sources
- We combine sustainability with high fashion expertise
- We provide specialist vintage bridal wear services in Scotland
- Our collections inspire international fashion designers and media projects
Services
Vintage Clothing
Our curated vintage clothing collection spans from the 1920s to 1990s, featuring high-end designers and iconic labels. Each piece undergoes expert cleaning and restoration before sale. Customers benefit from our deep knowledge of fashion history and sustainable shopping practices.
Bridal Wear
Scotland's first dedicated vintage bridal boutique offers authentic wedding gowns from multiple decades. Each piece combines historical craftsmanship with timeless elegance. Our specialists provide expert fitting and styling advice for modern brides seeking unique options.
Styling Services
Personalised styling assistance helps customers create perfect vintage-inspired looks. Our stylists combine extensive fashion knowledge with current trends. Services include wardrobe consultations and special event styling, both in-store and for media projects.
Private Sales
Curated private sales offer rare and collectible vintage pieces for discerning customers. These events provide access to premium items not available through regular channels. Our specialists share detailed provenance and historical context for each piece.
Photo Shoots
We supply vintage fashion for professional photo shoots and media projects. Our collections regularly feature in fashion editorials, film, and television. Our founder provides expert styling for creative projects requiring authentic period costumes.
People
Claire Paterson
Founder & Owner
Claire founded Those Were The Days Vintage in 2011 after years of collecting vintage fashion. She personally curates all collections through international buying trips. Her expertise spans fashion history, styling, and sustainable practices. Claire works daily in the Edinburgh boutique and collaborates with media professionals on editorial projects.
Questions
What eras do your vintage collections cover?
Our collections span from the 1920s through to the 1990s, featuring pieces from iconic fashion periods.
Do you offer online shopping options?
We currently operate a physical store in Edinburgh with plans for an online store launching soon.
Can I get styling advice in person?
Yes, our knowledgeable stylists are available in-store to help you find your perfect vintage look.
Do you specialise in any particular type of vintage fashion?
We offer both everyday vintage clothing and Scotland's first dedicated vintage bridal wear collection.
How do you ensure the quality of vintage items?
All items undergo careful cleaning and expert restoration before being added to our collections.
Reviews (5)
Michelle Holburn-White
Sep 01, 2018
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Beautiful entrance, beautiful shop and beautiful stock. Sadly the two members of staff made no effort whatsoever to engage with my friend and I (who were the only customers in the shop at the time) So we decided not to purchase anything and took our money elsewhere. A smile, a nod or even some form of acknowledgement goes a long way ladies.
Jill Booth
Aug 30, 2018
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Thoroughly enjoyed browsing through this quirky shop! Claire was accommodating, helpful and gave me honest advice. Thanks again for your time 😊
Arlene Mckenna
Jun 17, 2018
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Visited the shop with my friend for wedding dress shopping - the shop is gorgeous with amazing dresses! 💕
Lauren Klincewicz
Aug 03, 2017
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Amazing shop with the most fantastic selection. The girls encouraged me to try lots of styles, even the one I thought was a bit weird (I ended up buying that one). Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place
Louise Lyall
Apr 25, 2017
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Such an amazing boutique with a really high end feeling! There's some beautiful pieces from various eras and I love that everything is all clean and ready to go! If you're a vintage lover this is definitely the place for you!
