Vogue’s guide to the best vintage stores in Buenos Aires is part of our directory of the very best vintage around the world, curated by editors from all over. Whether you’re traveling and searching for some superb stores to visit on your trip or are curious about your local vintage treasure chests, Vogue’s directory has you covered.
Buenos Aires is renowned for its shopping—especially in the historical San Telmo neighborhood, which swells with a street fair every Sunday with vendors selling local leathergoods, textiles, antiques, and more. But for those looking for vintage stores every day of the week—or for a more luxurious shopping experience—the city has plenty of vintage stores to peruse.
Whether you want to thrift Y2K-era wares for the club, spend a day in a garage-sale-like mega-store, or want a highly-curate boutique to shop Chanel, there’s a store for you. Below, our guide to the best vintage stores in Buenos Aires, curated with the help of our international editors.
Founded by Juli Cova in 2012, L.A. Woman is an eclectic vintage and secondhand store that welcomes visitors to its moody Victoriana store in Buenos Aires’ Saavedra neighborhood. Inside, ornate mirrors and Persian rugs house garment racks filled with vintage denim, Chanel bags, and killer cowboy boots.
Address: Miller Space, Miller 4450 2nd. Saavedra apartment, Buenos Aires
With a showroom in Pantano Estudio, By Girl Vintage is Depop comes to life with a collection of ’90s, ’00s, and aughty-esque fashion up for grabs. Think shearling-lined jackets, vegan leather mini skirts, and corduroy flares. Catering to Gen Z, naturally, the store drops merch on their Instagram account, too, so you can shop 24/7.
Address: Virrey Loreto 3530, C1426DYP Cdad. Autónoma de Buenos Aires
Courtesy of Jaleo
Based in a gorgeous 100-year-old mansion dubbed the Jaleo mansion, this sunny boutique aims to promote secondhand fashion with its curation of vintage and secondhand fashion. The focus isn’t on labels but on pre-owned fashion that deserves a spot in your closet.