With the summer weather coming to an end, we immediately want to start buying new clothes for Autumn, but the high-street isn’t the only option! There are lots of events supporting environmentally friendly shopping happening near you!
Clothes Swap
This event is a great way to sort out your wardrobe and get something new in return! You must bring at least 3 items in great condition, ready to swap! Your ticket will get you a glass of fizz and some nibbles. You will also get a 10% off voucher to spend at the new zero-waste store Truffles!
Date: 15/09/19
Location: Piglets at The Boars Head, Pontyclun
Price: £10
For more information and tickets visit www.eventbrite.com
Women Warrior Event / Sustainable Fashion
This event is all about Fast Fashion and how our love of clothes is impacting the environment. There will be open conversations about sustainable fashion with speakers such as stylist Claire Rees. Your ticket will get you yummy treats, a drink and a chance to win prizes, as well as inspirational talks where you can get involved.
Date: 19/09/19
Location: Kin & Ilk Capital Quarter, Cardiff
Price: £16
For more information and tickets visit www.eventbrite.co.uk
Cardiff Vintage Kilo Sale
The UK’s first and largest kilo sale is back in Cardiff! With no minimum spend, you can guarantee you’ll find something you love, whether that be retro piece from the 70’s or from the early 00’s. They’ve got 6 tonnes of equally stocked clothing for both men and women.
Date: 29/09/19
Location: Cornerstone, Cardiff
Price: £1.50 – £3.00
For more information and tickets visit www.facebook.com/events
Vintage Fair at Cardiff Students Union
A vintage clothing sale especially for freshers with loads of top brands such as Ralph Lauren and Adidas. All items are under £15 and you don’t have to be a student to go!
Date: 07/10/19
Location: Cardiff University Students’ Union, Cardiff
Price: FREE
For more information and tickets visit www.facebook.com/events
Pontcanna Broncante / Vintage Flea Market
Every last Sunday of the month you can find 15 stalls full of vintage vinyl’s, clothing, collectibles, homeware and more! There’s also vegan food, beer, cocktails and coffee, what more could you want!
Date: 27/10/19
Location: Kings Road Yard, Cardiff
Price: FREE
For more information and tickets, visit www.secure.latest.facebook.com/events
Cardiff Copthorne Antiques and Vintage Fair
For over 25 years this fair has been running and with over 40 stands, it has something for everyone! They offer Welsh books and poetry, vintage interior pieces, postcards and they even have a vintage room with all things mid 20th century!
Date: 05/11/19
Location: The Copthorne Cardiff, Culverhouse Cross, Cardiff
Price: FREE
For more information and tickets visit www.antiques-atlas.com.