Founded in 2019, RAVS began as a university project with one simple goal: to make great vintage clothing accessible to everyone. What started as an idea has grown into a thriving independent business with two stores accross Swansea, where we're proud to share our passion for timeless fashion with our local community.
At RAVS, we carefully hand-pick every piece we stock, focusing on high-quality vintage clothing at prices that won't break the bank. We believe that buying second-hand shouldn't mean compromising on style, quality, or affordability.
Our mission is to help combat fast fashion by giving incredible clothing a second life. Instead of buying items that are worn once and forgotten, we want to encourage people to invest in unique, timeless pieces they'll love and wear for years to come. Every purchase helps reduce waste, supports more sustainable shopping habits, and proves that great style doesn't have to come at the planet's expense.
More than anything, we want RAVS to be a place where people feel inspired. Whether you're discovering vintage for the first time or adding to a growing collection, we hope you'll find something that helps you express your individuality, experiment with new styles, and bring a little more colour and personality to your wardrobe.
You can find us at our two Swansea locations:
Town Centre
6 Picton Arcade
Swansea
SA1 3BE
Monday - Friday: 11:30 - 17:30
Saturday: 11:00 - 17:30
Uplands
40 Uplands Crescent
Swansea
SA2 0PG
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 - 18:00
Sunday: 11:00 - 16:00
Thanks for supporting independent business—we can't wait to welcome you into one of our stores.