Where to find the best charity shops! Thrifting in London: Camden and Kentish Town

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  • Today's video is the first in a new series where I show you my favourite neighbourhoods around the world to thrift in! First stop, Camden and Kentish Town in London
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  • @LA-wz1dt
    @LA-wz1dt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I love this series !! What a great idea. Very keen for lots more london videos and any other destinations. I enjoyed you doing the mix of voice over and speaking directly to the camera. Loved the map inserts and you summarising each charity shop. Really great structure of the video and very much enjoyed watching, thanks Hermione! 💕

  • @thinkingbout
    @thinkingbout 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Thanks for taking us thrifting with you. It felt a bit like going shopping with a friend in a different city in another country :D I enjoyed seeing the look of the streets there as well. The houses looked really beautiful! ❤️ Sadly I don't really know much about London or the different areas there where you can go shopping so I can't make any suggestions on where to go next, but I'm happy about every little bit you decide to show us! :) Wishing you a nice weekend :D

  • @LisaCSwain
    @LisaCSwain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is a really fun concept! I love that you showed a map too.

  • @shalakajoshi1448
    @shalakajoshi1448 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    loved the video! cant wait to explore it myself in the near future!

  • @denisemeredith2436
    @denisemeredith2436 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I lived in Kennington, London for a time and would wander into charity shops in Pimlico - I was always stunned as to how expensive everything was especially for someone on a lemonade budget.

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ooh I’ve never been over that way to look at the charity shops before! London is sooo overpriced in the charity shops 😭 a day trip outside London to go thrifting might be cheaper 🤣

  • @SunitaKevlogs
    @SunitaKevlogs ปีที่แล้ว

    Enjoyed this video. I have never been to this area in London. I want to go but always hear it is very packed all the time. I guess I will wait till spring and then see what it is like. Thanks for sharing.

  • @cathleenweaver6483
    @cathleenweaver6483 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this series...the more the better. I love how you show part of the local architecture. Here in the States our charity shops/thrift stores are huge. Yours are so quaint and an experience to sort thru everything. I think it's so unique to go from one to another on the same street. Ours are like having the whole street in one big store. I know there are exceptions everywhere but I think I prefer to go from small shop to another to search for treasures. So excited to go along with you on this series 💜💙💚💛🧡

  • @tracyclements3053
    @tracyclements3053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I lived in London in '99 and loved Camden and Kentish Town. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait for your new series

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you Tracy! I bet Camden was even better in 99! 💖

  • @andreasomera3153
    @andreasomera3153 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That was so much fun! I live in the US and had to cancel my long awaited trip to London a few years ago. Finding your TH-cam channel has been a blessing as I can live my London dream vicariously through you, hahaha.

  • @alexwaters4238
    @alexwaters4238 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use to thrift in Camden in my teens too! (before thrifting was cool lol) One of my favourite places in London! And I especially love the Stables!!! x

  • @halfdemon_setsuna
    @halfdemon_setsuna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I 've never been in London, I've never visited UK in general but I love this kind of videos!! Seeing the shops and around the areas of the town! Please more :DD

  • @AntoniaSheldrake
    @AntoniaSheldrake 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved this! Have never gone to Camden before and recently had some really disappointing charity shopping experiences so this was super helpful!

  • @marissalaliberte1111
    @marissalaliberte1111 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Loving this series already! And very much appreciate the honesty about crowds etc hahah. I'd love to see a video on West/Southwest London thrifting. In particular I sometimes find it hard to know which charity shops will have a decent home goods section; most seem a lot more clothing-focused. Enjoy your travels :)

  • @momof2momof2
    @momof2momof2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So wonderful that your job is taking to other places for content. I always enjoy your videos where ever you do them, even if its just at your home. Thanks for sharing 🥰💐🌱🌞🌛🍒🏜💗✝🪐

  • @genbrown8452
    @genbrown8452 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love this, can’t wait to see more of London and the other countries you’re visiting ❤️

  • @chloedavies9815
    @chloedavies9815 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love this series Hermione! Would love to see more London ones ☺️

  • @gigixo344
    @gigixo344 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this so much! I used to spend most of my free days in Camden as a teenager too growing up in London and this made me miss it so much! The noodles at the market down the bottom were the best 🤤

  • @dianebaker5243
    @dianebaker5243 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Showing the the where abouts the places you visit. Was really good 👍

  • @lindamarconi2913
    @lindamarconi2913 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoyed your thrifting video ! I felt as tho I was shopping with you, you captured everything the homes, the people walking, loved going in the shops. Great Job !👏
    Always watching in Phoenix, Arizona USA 🇺🇲

  • @natwandering
    @natwandering 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    'Emo days as a teenager in the early 2000s' - same girl, same! :P

  • @jennifersherwood1901
    @jennifersherwood1901 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved this type of video from you .
    I love Charity Shop/Thifting shopping.
    I live near Heathrow and in the town on Ruslip we have about 8 charity shops in one high street . You vlogs sound like they are going to be getting even better than they already are.
    I haven’t seen anyone do a series of vlogs like this before. All the best. Xx

  • @laurie_clchg
    @laurie_clchg ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for this video I'm going to London very soon and it really helps me to know where I'll get to! 💕

  • @madeehaghani9138
    @madeehaghani9138 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really enjoyed this video! The sights were so pretty, and looking through the different shops was great fun. I also love your thrift hauls, so whenever you can, please include them in your videos! Thanks for the new upload xx

  • @mimib1142
    @mimib1142 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me and my 2 teenage girls will be in Camden in Jan 2023. We will definitely visit your recommendations.

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope the three of you have a brilliant time! :)

  • @janineenglish6603
    @janineenglish6603 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely loved this video. Loved coming along with you and seeing London and the charity shops. Can’t wait to see more.

  • @pamhill4882
    @pamhill4882 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoyed this video very much. As much as I love your decorating , it is so nice to see the different areas and charity shops.

  • @joane5777
    @joane5777 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to thrift with you anywhere you choose dear Hermione❣ Little daytrips outside of London 🇬🇧 might be fun during the busier summer months. And wherever your work takes you to other locations would be a real treat!! Always love your vlogs~ Thank you H... Joan 🇺🇸

  • @TheDriftwoodlover
    @TheDriftwoodlover 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes, please to more shops in London!

  • @k.j.2481
    @k.j.2481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Enjoyed looking at the difference in the charity shops. I know it's going to be interesting seeing where your job takes you too. Great to watch people out and about, these last two years were just no fun. All the best to you and your adventures.

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much for such a lovely comment 🥰💖 I totally agree I’m so happy to see people out and about again too! It makes the world feel like a happier place again 💖

  • @cathylynnpietranton
    @cathylynnpietranton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hermione love this series

  • @gracebutler150
    @gracebutler150 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahah I go to school there so this is a really helpful video! :) i love my area but its always way TOO busy😭

  • @rayalima5547
    @rayalima5547 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    there are alot of good charity shops around Dalston Junction and Dalston Kingsland... ❤️ was there 3 days ago.love thrifting! more of these videos please.

  • @judyzwemke9305
    @judyzwemke9305 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved seeing different parts of the city. Great idea!

  • @jacquim8907
    @jacquim8907 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's so nice to see where you go but boy is it busy. I thought Manchester on a Saturday was the stuff of nightmares but not so much. I love your sunglasses by the way they really suit you x

  • @lidiyajohnson7460
    @lidiyajohnson7460 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @vickinoeske1154
    @vickinoeske1154 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for showing us parts of London. More please.

  • @lucygaweda3396
    @lucygaweda3396 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you're ever up in Leeds for any reason, head to Morley Highstreet! There's around 10 charity shops there with loads of choice!

  • @nathalieast6179
    @nathalieast6179 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    that's perfect I'm heading to camdem next week ! thank you for the video

  • @kitlitmitt
    @kitlitmitt 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this thrift video while I cannot travel.❤️🥺

  • @brendasparks6234
    @brendasparks6234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everywhere. Those colorful homes remind me of Florida in the USA where I live.

  • @kirstenwunderlich4836
    @kirstenwunderlich4836 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love thrifting, so I am very much looking forward to ,ore of these videos.

  • @diegosmum
    @diegosmum 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this new series! Very informative!!

  • @nataliebutler
    @nataliebutler ปีที่แล้ว

    Traid is generally a bit expensive, but sometimes they have sales where everything is £3. I got merino jumpers, leather bags and gloves and a vintage silk scarf. I don't think they advertise when the sales are though!

  • @pineconelife
    @pineconelife 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic series idea! I’m all in!

  • @megank7235
    @megank7235 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to hear some pointers on plus size availability if you cover clothes Hermione. Love your ideas. Oxford and biscester have a few good ones too

  • @jo6159
    @jo6159 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nottinghill and Richmond if you want some good designer second hand purchases and they do some great homeware too

  • @hola_rossinyol
    @hola_rossinyol 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ahhhh this makes me want to book a flight back to London just to thrift - I don't find thrifting so great here in Barcelona.

  • @sammiehall4415
    @sammiehall4415 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    New subscriber cause of this, I used to go to london alot, but never found a charity shop, So would enjoy different parts of london and seeing what you find in those stores.

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Sammie! Thank you so much for subscribing 😊 I can’t wait to keep filming these so I’m so glad you subscribed because of it!

  • @paperbagpope
    @paperbagpope 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I, for one, would appreciate hearing which stores stock clothes for men. We shop thrift stores, too!

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally! All these stores had mens clothes (I don’t think I’ve ever been to one that doesn’t!) but I’ll keep that in mind as some have more than others. I like finding my clothes in the mens section too!

  • @deeannemason7003
    @deeannemason7003 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh please do a DIY on how to do the mens shirt makeover! Please, please, please?

  • @CoverediCake
    @CoverediCake 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes I love this, I want more videos like this...and I wish I could go to London in the future 😊

  • @hollyhasegawa6095
    @hollyhasegawa6095 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Hermione, I love this series when you take us thrifting it is always so much fun and you are really good at sharing the best places to go and the prices of each place. Since I live in the US I am not familiar enough with London to suggest places to go thrifting at but know that you will find places and share with us because you are really great at this. Just curious though, the background where you were filming was really beautiful, is that your flat? or where is it, because I thought your flat was only one level, I just would like to know. I really always enjoy these videos and thank you so much for sharing, have a great weekend Hermione, sending love and hugs, bye for now.

  • @laetitiaur
    @laetitiaur 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing idea, love that 👍

  • @ebony2000
    @ebony2000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Liked the map, been to Traid in Brixton it is expensive. Used to go to Camden market years ago 🙂. I like Portobello market, yes would love you to do a London thrift shopping tour 😀. Like your 😎

  • @cerwelt
    @cerwelt 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m in the states and have no idea what “high street” clothing is. A quick explain for this grandmother would be loverly.

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      “High street” is anything from stores like Zara/H&M etc 😁

  • @BeckyPartridge1
    @BeckyPartridge1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes! Do more videos like this!

  • @lisasafiullah8774
    @lisasafiullah8774 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice Hermione! I used to live in Hampstead so used to be in Camden a lot. Barnados in Brixton used to he good and that's an intetesting area too with a Traid. More please. Xx ps. I get what you mean about overload especially on a Sat x

  • @judithmitchell4667
    @judithmitchell4667 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello Hermione. What a perfect series for you to do! Can't wait for the rest of the series. Are you taking in any of the Queen's jubilee celebrations? I'm sorry she is feeling under the weather but is still trying to make a couple of appearances. Bless her heart. Have a wonderful day, my friend. Blessings - Judith 🎭🎵

  • @sergioaraujo1877
    @sergioaraujo1877 ปีที่แล้ว

    Charm girl !!!!!!!

  • @sarahsteinkamp5646
    @sarahsteinkamp5646 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great idea......but i also want to see the hauls!!

  • @lucypearce6035
    @lucypearce6035 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    please could u look at South London

  • @ungratefulbat2621
    @ungratefulbat2621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    More videos like this please 🖤

  • @edytae2935
    @edytae2935 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please do video with North London charity shops🥺

  • @kittyglitter8186
    @kittyglitter8186 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did one of those mannequins have a Golden State Warriors T-shirt? 🙌🏻 That’s my home state!

  • @elainemcgran8828
    @elainemcgran8828 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I gave up working when I started to have children , when they were older I worked in a charity shop for 2 years it's unbelievable what people bring in and money that's left in pockets of clothes. Sometimes I really dont think people realise what they are leaving in especially jewellery. I had two big black bags left in full of new handbags with labels still on them and were good brands. A black bag full of mens jeans again new with labels on tommy Hilfiger , Calvin klein . Most charity shops the staff get first option's when things are left in and if your working in the sorting out area you definitely have first option.

  • @janechurton8373
    @janechurton8373 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would love to see more areas 👍

  • @lucialopez-maya6581
    @lucialopez-maya6581 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should check Teddington area🥰

  • @kristinalewis281
    @kristinalewis281 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes can you do more thrifting videos

  • @katbar6066
    @katbar6066 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    More please!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @lesleyharris525
    @lesleyharris525 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, I'm interested to see what they have either in the eastend or Enfield. I was really lucky last week,I got a brand new leather handmade bag in the sallyanne for £3, 💖

  • @suebatty3804
    @suebatty3804 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m not sure of the geography of London, but I would love a look around Notting Hill x

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Notting hill is wonderful! Lots of antiques and vintage. It’s on the list now thank you for the suggestion 💖

  • @AkramAli-hn5fc
    @AkramAli-hn5fc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️

  • @janainacassolidacruz1285
    @janainacassolidacruz1285 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Since trifthing became a trend, the charity shopping started be very overpriced, what I don't understand because the inventory is for free. Sometimes is better buy new, more affordable.

  • @vacantlots
    @vacantlots 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Palmers Green please.

  • @lizprice3948
    @lizprice3948 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would love some more London thrifting. Just to say don't bother going to Ealing or Richmond, they are hopeless!

  • @edenbr1dge
    @edenbr1dge 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whilst not wishing to damp the enthusiasm here, I find it disappointing that an awful lot if charity shops now see themselves purely for profit making. They forget that they survive because charity shops fill the need for decent cheap clothes. If for instance, you had been unemployed for some time and had been invited to a job interview, how many could buy a suit for that? But you might be able to get something suitable at a charity shop. Or so you would hope. Not so the case now though with vintage and designer rails, it is really just all about the money.

  • @marcmulholland596
    @marcmulholland596 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thrifting is an americanism as they call charity shops Thrift shops. But being thrifty is English too so Anglo American I guess. Anyways the best charity shops do tend to be in upmarket areas but you get surprised no matter where you go/ live. Seaside towns in the UK have a wide selection of charity shops. You can go to busier places like Brighton or Hastings but there are towns nearby that are quieter and easier to park if driving like Bexhill on Sea or Eastbourne. If you know someone with a disability with a blue badge even better as parking is free and you both get a shared experience.
    Park and ride services are available in some towns which saves the hassle of parking in busy towns where there aren't enough car parks. If you live local you know where you can park for free upto two hours

  • @annaobrajero68
    @annaobrajero68 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello greetings for the U.S

  • @typing6238
    @typing6238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @kwong06
    @kwong06 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fun video! Hope you’re having lots of fun in Korea.

  • @RebeccaABeaudoin
    @RebeccaABeaudoin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come to Maine LOL

  • @jaagsoul1992
    @jaagsoul1992 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Hermione I hope you're doing well! ☺ I was wondering if you could recommend me nice and aesthetic spots in the isle of wight. I'm going to spend one month there and I would like to have a list of cute coffe shops, antique stores, book stores, parks and whatever you think I should go during my vacation there. ☺☺ thank you so much in advance and have anice weekend!

    • @karensalter1560
      @karensalter1560 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try Ventnor for a slightly hippy vibe with nice cafes, Crave ice cream shop and a lovely traditional park.

  • @sunuman4454
    @sunuman4454 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are so very posh and to hear you say pissing…..lol. Excellent vid. Xxxxx.

  • @falloutgirl902
    @falloutgirl902 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where in North London?

  • @basictobougie3343
    @basictobougie3343 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can i Thrift cheap and good overcoat, breastcoat or trench coat for men in london???

  • @rosieposy8
    @rosieposy8 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah Camden is ££ im not sure where is good! I love charity shops and so my husband took me to primrose hill and muswell hill but we were also disappointed. Finchley has lots and probably better. Cheap areas are awful. Wood Green is the worst. Southgate not often great. Love the North London Hospice shops though- great cause

    • @HermioneChantal
      @HermioneChantal  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally! I love the ones in muswell hill but they can be bit too expensive 😩 have you tried archway? Also east London has some great places 😁 I’m definitely going to try Finchley thank you for the recommendation 💖 and the hospice ones really are the best cause

  • @neysarodriguez9622
    @neysarodriguez9622 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it 😍 I was in Camden a couple of weeks ago, I m not from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 I was just there on holiday from Miami Florida USA. Make more videos 👍🏻❤️

  • @kiviauk
    @kiviauk 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    😊🥰

  • @vintagelyzzie
    @vintagelyzzie ปีที่แล้ว

    Camden is such an awesome area! Love the shops, the food and the people watching.

  • @justsayin397
    @justsayin397 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thrifting?

  • @hequinox9760
    @hequinox9760 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I will be in london in october for 3 days , thank you for this video! 🥰

  • @susanvelez6534
    @susanvelez6534 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this and I remember when you moved there you said you would be showing us around London

  • @tessamaurer3760
    @tessamaurer3760 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Such a good idea and this was so informational!!!

  • @deeannemason7003
    @deeannemason7003 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We will go anywhere with you! ❤️

  • @iHanna
    @iHanna 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your thrift girl is here for this! I will look forward to more episodes of this series, how fun!!!
    Enjoy the traveling, take care.
    Of course I'd love to see what is up with Portobello road thrifting, even if it's a tourist trap at times? 😜