‘Frida and Coco’ is a brand-new vintage clothing store situated at 262 High Street, Glasgow. A mere 10/15-minute walk from Glasgow Caledonian University and a short 5-minute walk from George Square.
It’s the place to be if you want one of a kind clothing at a good price.
The shop opened in June and has been thriving well since. Owner Louise Lawn decided to swap careers after being a high school art teacher for several years and felt she was in need of a change. Her love for art, fashion and shopping made her want to pursue her childhood dream of owning her own vintage store come art gallery.
The shop stocks a massive variation of items, from casual t-shirts to 60s and 70s style dresses. It also stocks one of a kind bags and jewellery, some of which are made by the owner herself. Frida and Coco do stock some designer items, but they don’t tend to stay on the shelf very long!
Louise sources the items she sells in different ways. Some are items of her own that she no longer wears, some are purchased at vintage clothing fayres, kilo sales and quirky shops, and items have also been donated by friends or customers.
As well as being a vintage store the shop also displays some local art, you can contact Louise or simply bring some in to let her see it!
The shop is named after her cats but the names also have an important significance. Frida is after Frida Kahlo the Mexican painter and Coco after Coco Chanel the French fashion designer, two people who are an inspiration to Louise.
The shop is typically open Tuesday to Saturday from 11am until 5pm. Keep yourself up to date with the Frida and Coco Facebook and Instagram pages and don’t hesitate to send a message if you have a particular type of item that you are looking for.
Like the page on Facebook and follow on Instagram @FridaandCoco !
