Anyone who knows Brighton knows that it’s full of the most weird and wonderful shops. Both the North Laine and The South Lanes are lined up with shop after shop, pulling you in for vintage shopping, arts and crafts, your clothing needs and more. Just in case you are struggling to find the gems in the middle of them all, we have listed a few classic ones, as well as some hidden gems, for you when you go exploring all the independent shops Brighton has to offer.
Experience the Quirky Side of Brighton with these Independent and Unique Shops
Take your friends or family with you and enjoy the amazing offerings of Brighton. Not only will you have a fun day out, but you will also be supporting our local businesses, making sure Brighton and Hove’s shops thrive for years to come!
| Snoopers Paradise | Famous and huge local vintage shop. Antiques, bric-a-brac, vintage clothing, vinyl and much more. |
| Brighton Kempton Flea Market | A permanent flea market in Kemptown. Over 60 stalls and cabinets for you to enjoy. |
| Kissing Fish | Shop in the North Laine, selling ethically sourced goods, handmade and shipped from Bali, Indonesia and Thailand. |
| Blackout | Fuelled by a love for fashion, folk art and kitsch, Blackout strives to bring a cacophony of joy and colour to you and your home! |
| Soctopus | Soctopus believes having fun socks isn’t just a novelty, it’s a lifestyle. |
| Irregular Choice | Outlet for an independent local designer’s colourful footwear, apparel and accessories. |
| Two Feathers | “A sacred hub in the heart of Brighton” – Two Feathers provides Native American jewellery, crystals and incense. They also have daily tarot readings & healings. |
| Crown | Authentic handmade Turkish products such as mosaic lamps and hand-painted Iznik pottery. |
| Mimo | Creative shop located at the Brighton Open Market with unique homeware, accessories, and prints. |
| Hi Cacti | A botanical boutique selling cacti and blending Tex-Mex vibrancy with southwestern allure. |
Snoopers Paradise
Whether you are a local or a tourist, you will have heard of Snoopers Paradise! Sprawled over two floors and several rooms, each nook and cranny holds something special. From vintage clothing, vinyl records, old photographs and old magazines to action figures, jewellery and a photo booth, this iconic spot in Kensington Gardens has it all.
Address: 7/8 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
Website: https://snoopersparadise.co.uk
Brighton Kmeptown Flea Market
Unless you are a local, you might not know of this bit of a hidden gem nestled on Upper St James’s Street in Kemptown, however, Brighton Flea Market is a treasure chest of vintage and second-hand finds! There are several rooms and a second floor with anything you can imagine, from clothing to furniture. You can both shop and sell; get in touch with them for more info on selling your things.
Address: 31a Upper St James’s St, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 1JN
Website: https://www.instagram.com/kemptownflea/
Kissing Fish
Kissing Fish is a local favourite with beautiful, colourful products, all ethically sourced, handmade and shipped from Bali, Indonesia and Thailand. Known for its lovely staff and reasonable prices, you won’t leave Kissing Fish without some kind of lovely treasure.
Address: 18 Gardner St, Brighton, BN1 1UP
Website: https://www.instagram.com/kissing.fish/
Blackout
Fuelled by their love for colour, kitsch, pattern, technique and skill, Blackout offers a variety of beautiful things for you and your home. This is a shop that sells all sorts of gorgeous, quirky things from jewellery to homeware.
Address: 53 Kensington Pl, Brighton, BN1 4EJ
Website: https://blackoutshop.co.uk
Soctopus
Done with boring socks? Why not make a statement instead! Soctopus is a family business that focuses on designing personality-led socks with a nod to British and European humour and culture. This is a perfect little shop for fun gifts or to brighten up any outfit. Their passion is to translate familiar cultural icons, sports, hobbies, and more, into Fun For Your Feet!
Address: 37 Bond St, Brighton, BN1 1RD
Website: https://soctopus.co.uk
Irregular Choice
If you have not been inside Irregular Choice on Bond Street yet, you most certainly will have noticed it. This fun-looking boutique offers the quirkiest of quirky shoes, boots, handbags and jewellery. Their fun designs can be spotted a mile away. This is a brand that had its beginning in Brighton with outlets now across Europe. Irregular Choice is now a highly respected international brand and we highly recommend you pop in to have a look when in Brighton!
Address: 38 Bond St, Brighton, BN1 1RD
Website: https://www.irregularchoice.com/pages/store-information-brighton
Two Feathers
The story of Two Feathers began fourteen years ago when Peter and Sara visited the Native American southwest of the United States. Struck in awe by the magnitude of the Grand Canyon, enchanted by the Arizona skyline, and driving never-ending dirt roads, their vision began to unfold; eventually ending up in Kensington Gardens in Brighton.
Their passion is to trade authentic Native American jewellery and art, which is what you will be greeted by when you step into their shop. They also offer crystals and other spiritual tools, as well as Tarot readings and healing sessions hosted regularly.
Address: 11 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
Website: https://twofeathers.co.uk
Crown Concept Store
“Not just a lamp shop” as their slogan, Crown Concept Store in Kensington Gardens sells 100% Turkish products including their famed lamps, other homeware and hand-painted Iznik pottery.
A local favourite, their stock also includes Turkish cotton towels, organic handmade soap bars and a lot more. Step inside to be greeted by their friendly staff and find the perfect colourful addition to your home.
Address: 31 Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL
Website: https://www.instagram.com/crownconceptstore/
Mimo
Mimo, founded by Maya and Myre, reflects a vibrant blend of their half-English/half-South American heritage. Childhood friends from a Brazilian island, they now call Brighton home and bless it with Mimo which is located in the Brighton Open Market.
Their journey began with makeshift market stalls selling trinkets which evolved into a shop which boasts creativity. The shop showcases its in-house brands, Uschie and Mopbox, alongside a curated collection of local artists and UK brands. From homeware to accessories, prints, stationery, and craft kits, Mimo promises a colourful and cheerful shopping experience.
Address: Unit 10, Open Market, Marshalls Row, Brighton, BN1 4JU
Website: https://www.mimobrighton.co.uk/
Hi Cacti
Hi Cacti is a botanical boutique located off Seven Dials in Brighton which was founded by Austin native Sabina Palermo. Hi Cacti is a cactus concept shop that blends the vivacity of her Tex-Mex roots with the allure of southwestern aesthetics.
Specialising in easy-care indoor plants and adorned with handmade, colourful concrete pots, the shop perfectly encompasses Sabina’s passion and her inspiration stems from her upbringing in Austin, a city rich in diverse culture and Mexican influence, and her extensive travels through Mexico and the American Southwest.
This female-run haven, not only boasts a unique collection of cacti planters but also features locally made botanical gifts, plant pots, and imported southwestern home decor.
Address: 83 Dyke Rd, Brighton, BN1 3JE
Website: https://hicacti.com/
If we were to try list all of Brighton’s awesome shops, this would be one long listing. However, we hope the ones listed here will give you some inspiration.
Whether you are looking for quirky and fun presents, something for your home or just a little treat for yourself, any of the above boutiques are great options for exploration.
Be sure to keep an eye on We Love Brighton for more of our favourite places – there is always more of Brighton and Hove to discover!
