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Independent

Searching for that unique gift, that totally different outfit? Creativity and independence are the lifeblood of Manchester’s shopping scene.

    • Eastern Bloc Records

      Eastern Bloc Records

      ShopThis hugely popular and highly influential, independent dance record store has been open since 1985, making it the longest-running shop of its kind in the city centre.

    • Oxfam Originals

      Oxfam Originals

      BohemianBuying fashion has never been so rewarding. Oxfam Originals in Manchester sells the best of donated designer clothes.

    • Oklahoma Cafe and Gift Shop

      Oklahoma Cafe and Gift Shop

      ShopA colourful mix of gifts, funky jewelery and other fun bits and bobs. Think neon plastic chandeliers and gum ball dispensers. Within the shop there's also an veggie café offering fair trade teas and lunch food.

    • Pop Boutique

      Pop Boutique

      ShopThis retro vintage shop has clothes from the 60s, 70s and 80s as well as fashion from the Pop label.

    • Retro Rehab

      Retro Rehab

      ShopVintage boutique on Oldham Street, with a rainbow of vintage and customised dresses, tops, jumpsuits, handbags, scarves, jewellery and shoes.

    • Northern Quarter

      Northern Quarter

      ShopManchester's creative, urban heart is home to countless independent fashion stores, record shops, cafés and the world famous Afflecks Palace.

    • Best Vintage

      Best Vintage

      ShopPart of successful vintage retail chain, Best Vintage sells good quality pieces at affordable prices.

    • Thomas Street Post Office

      Thomas Street Post Office

      ShopThomas St. Post Office brings brands from around the world into one location and offers a cool retail experience. Carhartt, Pointer and Edwin are parceled happily amongst the likes of Undefeated, Staple and Idiom.

    • Renegade Marmalade

      Renegade Marmalade

      ShopRenegade Marmalade is a women’s clothing boutique selling unique pieces, situated in Manchester’s Northern Quarter.

    • Ryan Vintage

      Ryan Vintage

      ShopCrammed full of retro clothing and accessories at bargain prices. If you don't mind having a good root around, this is the place for you as many unique vintage pieces can be found as well as Ryan’s own brand skinny jeans

    • Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home

      Abakhan Fabrics, Hobby & Home

      Arts & Crafts ShopAt Abakhan, you'll find a huge and exciting range of fabrics and craft accessories in a kaleidoscope of colours, patterns and textures allowing you to create a unique look for you and your home.

    • Piccadilly Records

      Piccadilly Records

      ShopBorn in 1978, Piccadilly Records is an independent record shop in the heart of Manchester city centre. A friendly, helpful service and an across-the-board range of music.

    • American Graffiti

      American Graffiti

      ShopAn amazing range of vintage, retro, fancy dress, accessories and home-ware from the 40's to 80's.

    • Magma Books

      Magma Books

      Bookseller & StationersSpecialising in books, magazines and procuts on design, graphics, fashion, graffiti, architecture and photography.

    • Oi Polloi

      Oi Polloi

      BohemianOi polloi is a mens contempory, classical and functional clothing shop with an online retail store selling Nudie Jeans, APC, Lyle & Scott, Barbour, Clarks Originals, Edwin, Folk and more.

    • Vinyl Exchange

      Vinyl Exchange

      ShopVinyl Exchange opened in Manchester in the UK in 1988 and is now the largest seller and buyer of secondhand and rare CDs, records and DVDs in the Northwest of England.