10 Awesome Independent Stores in Sukhumvit, Bangkok

From vintage clothes and records to books and home wares, there's many cool independent stores in Sukhumvit | © Isabelle Acatauassú Alves Almeida / Flickr
From vintage clothes and records to books and home wares, there's many cool independent stores in Sukhumvit | © Isabelle Acatauassú Alves Almeida / Flickr
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Sarah Williams
22 February 2018

Sukhumvit Road is the longest road in Bangkok and there are plenty of terrific bars, restaurants, cafes, clubs, massage parlours, shops, and more to be found along the many sois (streets) that branch off from the main road. Here are some of the best independent stores in the area.

(un)FASHION Vintage

If you’re hunting for second-hand vintage leather bargains, don’t miss (un)FASHION Vintage. There’s a wide collection of items for men, and a smaller selection of women’s accessories and clothes. Items are sourced from various parts of the world and prices are reasonable for quality goods. From belts and bags to shoes and wallets, there’s plenty here to please. The shop also has a cute café at the back.

(un)FASHION Vintage, 10 Soi Sukhumvit 63, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Bangkok, +66 2 726 9592

Statement

Statement is a chic clothing store in Thonglor. It is a collaboration between three young Thai designers; they use the store to sell their own items in addition to a carefully curated selection of garments from local and international designers. The shop focuses on clothing for women, with items available for various settings and situations, but all tied together under a working women theme. It’s a great place to browse items that were previously only available online and take a break in the healthy café corner.

Statement, 141 Soi Sukhumvit 49, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Bangkok, +66 2 003 6973

Paya

Paya is run by a husband and wife team from Northern Thailand. They always wanted to set up their own store to showcase traditional Thai crafts and have grown to employ a team of artisans to create the most beautiful bespoke home wares. You’ll also find attractive upcycled items here too. From textiles to furniture and decorative items, this is a great store for anyone who wants to add some Thai touches to their home.

Paya, 203 Thong Lo 10, Sukhumvit 55 Road, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Khet Watthana, Bangkok, +66 2 711 4457

Dasa Book Cafe

Dasa Book Café is one of the best independent bookstores in all of Bangkok. There are three floors of books in a variety of languages, and more than 17,000 titles across different themes and genres. If you don’t have the time to hunt through the shelves and are looking for something in particular, the shop’s up-to-date database makes it easy to see exactly what they have in stock. Do take some time to browse, though, and you’ll likely uncover some real gems.

Dasa Book Café, 714/4 Sukhumvit Rd, Khwaeng Khlong Tan, Khet Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 2 661 2993

Paul’s Antiques

Paul’s Antiques is a treasure trove for people looking to buy rare and unusual items of furniture, collectibles, and antiques. There’s a strong focus on exquisite teak pieces from Myanmar, with many items dating back to the colonial era, though you’ll also find stunning pieces from Thailand and other Asian nations. The in-house team of carpenters also specialise in upcycling old furniture and undertaking custom repair work and restorations.

Paul’s Antiques, 50 Soi 13 Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok, +66 81 638 1702

Crown Tailor

Stand out from the crowd and have clothes made especially for you at Crown Tailor. While there are many tailors in Bangkok, Crown Tailor is reliable and professional with a good reputation for providing quality garments. Whether you’re looking for a new work suit for power meetings, wedding attire, or something else, step away from ready-made clothes and enjoy the luxury of bespoke clothing made to your size and preference.

Crown Tailor, Shop 13 Sukhumvit Rd Soi 8, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok, +66 89 120 5735

Li-Zenn

Li-Zenn is a cute book publisher and store in Sukhumvit. Books are written in the English language and the founder’s aim was to produce terrific illustrated books on diverse themes like art, history, architecture, philosophy, and even life meanings. Indeed, the store’s tagline is “Books will keep us alive.” Reading enthusiasts will definitely love discovering this quirky treasure.

Li-Zenn, 81 Sukhumvit 26, Bangkok, +66 2 259 2096

ZudRangMa

ZudRangMa is an offbeat record store in Sukhumvit. Pop in and browse the rare vinyl selection and add some new sounds to your record collection. While the shop mainly focuses on Thai music you’ll also find tunes from West Africa, the Caribbean, and beyond. There’s also a collection of more up-to-date and well-known tunes, catering to wide musical preferences.

ZudRangMa, 7/1 Sukhumvit soi 51 Wattana, Bangkok, +66 83 063 1335

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