Carnivàle Vintage — Local services in City of Edinburgh

I'd been given a recommendation to drop into this store before my trip to Edinburgh and wasn't disappointed. I went in without anything in mind to shop for in particular, to my surprise found a pleasantly furnished and set out store with plenty of varied stock. I'm always looking for 60's to 70's gear but there were goods to suit all tastes and not just the obvious genres. Some vintage stores seem crammed with stock just for the sake of it, whereas I found this store focussing more on what seemed to be carefully selected quality items. That was refreshing and also meant it wasn't a chore to take items off/on crowded racks. I'm a pretty fussy buyer and the staff were very patient with my try on, take off, try alternate option on, then go back to first option approach you know the sort that frustrates the hell out of a companion! I was keen on one of those classic heavy belted leather jackets and actually had a choice in colours & cut.

All in all, a pleasant shopping experience and excellent store to find a quality non-obvious piece to complete your wardrobe or to fully fill one if that's your...

This shop was recommended to me by a friend for my trip to Edinburgh as I'm an avid collector (and wearer!) Of all things vintage. I've been to all the Armstrong's (which have their charms) but this place is the real deal! You can find way more older articles (from victorian, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond!) Which is what I am more into, rather than 80s-y2k. I was very impressed with the selection of jewellery and gloves, as well as hankies which I've been looking for too! The dressing rooms are lovely and spacious and give you enough room to twirl and see how the garment fits you. This whole shop is charming and gives a very curated feel as opposed to mass market, and I was informed by the very lovely shop assistant (whose name I forgot to ask but you're so cool and we had a great chat about vintage!!) that the articles come from local people which give a great depth of character to them. I cannot wait to come back on my next trip. This shop is the real deal...

I’ve purchased many things from this shop via their Instagram page and always have an amazing and positive experience. Rachel is beyond amazing and a has expansive expertise when it comes to vintage garments, vintage history, styling suggestions and sewing and alterations ideas. Every item I have gotten has been in the exact condition specified, if not better. Her shop has extremely reasonable prices and unique pieces awaiting their new life. I look forward to watching the shop’s IG stories everyday to learn a little bit about the different items in her shop and garment history. A wealth of knowledge on those stories! I only hope to visit the shop in person one day because I know it will be a dream! Plus, Rach is a truly lovely and good hearted person who goes above and beyond to make sure customers are satisfied. Makes buying from her and supporting her small biz...