Shop Talk: Our Scottish indie store choices for October
Fancy a spot of retail therapy? Then check out our regular round-up of some of Glasgow and Edinburgh's best independent stores
Otherside Records
The words ‘Records. Books. Curios’ adorn the shopfront of Otherside Records. The Glasgow Southside staple is reminiscent of your nan’s jumble sale, stacked with an eclectic mix of mid-century furniture, vintage books, ceramic dogs, and second-hand records spanning disco, jungle and classic rock.
724 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow,
@othersideglasgow
Category Is Books
The independently owned LGBTQIA+ bookshop with a wide range of second-hand queer books, magazines, graphic novels, zines, queer-inclusive greeting cards and gifts. The wusband and wusband team also run a pay-it-forward scheme to make books accessible for those who may not be able to afford them.
34 Allison Street, Glasgow, categoryisbooks.com, @categoryisbooks
Planet.A Boutique
Eco-friendly, organic and handmade make up the stock of Planet.A Boutique, a design-led store with a selection of sustainable products curated from hand-selected artisans. Enjoy a mix of the everyday to more fanciful fare, from bamboo toothbrushes to some very vibrant and colourful macramé.
136 Easter Road, Edinburgh, planet-a-craft.com, @planet.a.craft
Godshot Studio
From niche fragrances to fine functional objects, everything at Godshot is selected with precision. Whether you’re looking for a gooseneck kettle to elevate your pour-over coffee or some beautiful stationery, Godshot carries a range of brands where craftsmanship is king.
1143 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow, @godshot.studio
28 Langside
This quaint shop promises good things for you and your home, and boy do they deliver. Tapered candles in candy brights, cute ceramics in splatter prints as well as gorgeous glassware can be found in this local gem.
28 Langside Place, Glasgow, @28langside
Herman Brown
This iconic boutique almost needs no introduction. Serving vintage lovers from Edinburgh and beyond since 1984, it should be on any vintage shopper’s bucket list when visiting the capital. Find statement garments from any decade, as well as fabulous accessories to complete any look.
151 West Port, Edinburgh, @hermanbrownvintage