The 5 Best Thrift Shops in Singapore

Refash is the largest thrift shop chain in Singapore with 6 physical outlets located island-wide. The store stocks quality items that are in pristine condition. Founded in 2016 by Aloysius Sng, the store aims to stem the tide of unnecessary waste by offering sale items that are still in excellent condition. Up to date, Refash has upcycled 2 million items.

SERVICES:

• Sale of good quality gently used items at outlets located island-wide.
• Regular warehouse sales
• Stocking of influencer collections
• Membership scheme for frequent shoppers
• Redeemable vouchers
• Franchise possibility backed by a support network

ITEMS COMMONLY STOCKED:

• Dresses
• Tops and bottoms
• Branded clothing
• New past-season clothing

Something Old, Something New was established in 1997 by two volunteers, Ms Anna Tsang and Ms Felicia Teo, and has since expanded into a chain of stores. It is an enterprise that provides a training ground for persons recovering from mental health conditions.

Through the years, the thrift shop has played an important role in building up the confidence of such individuals and equipping them with skills that will help them regain their place in society.

SERVICES:

• E-shop for handmade crafts
• Care of the disadvantaged in the community
• Platform to train persons recovering from mental illness

 ITEMS COMMONLY STOCKED:

• Clothing
• Bags
• Household items
• Hats
• Electronics
• Books
• Toys
• CDs and movies

The Fashion Pulpit was established with the goal of bringing about a positive change that supports sustainable fashion. The shop makes it possible to conveniently trading in fashion items that are no longer needed. In addition, swopping garments extend their life span, minimizing waste. The Fashion Pulpit was the proud recipient of the 2020 Expatliving Gold Award for Best Secondhand and Vintage Fashion.

SERVICES:

• Trade-in and swapping of pre-loved items
• Minor repair of clothing
• Upcycling of fashion items that owners prefer to retain
• Workshops and events on the care of clothing and useful fashion tricks
• E-gift cards

 AVAILABLE FOR SWAPPING:

• Accessories
• Bags
• Shoes
• Clothing

Praise Haven Mega Family Store is one of a chain of Family Stores that are part of the Red Shield Industries, the social enterprise arm of the Salvation Army.

The ‘Mega’ family store is the largest of the Salvation Army thrift stores and a treasure trove of second-hand household accessories, furniture, clothing, and other items.

The Salvation Army organization is renowned for its charity work globally. Items donated to the Family stores are restored and recycled and sold to generate income to fund the organization’s charitable works.

SERVICES:

• The sale of a wide variety of merchandise at reasonable prices
• Work-therapy job opportunities are available
• Humanitarian assistance provided to disaster areas

ITEMS COMMONLY STOCKED:

• Leather products
• Clothes, including bridal and formal wear
• Handbags
• Furniture sets
• Art
• Electronics
• Tableware
• Pottery
• Musical instruments

Pia Chew launched Dustbunny Vintage in 2006, therefore for more than 15 years, she has been the vendor of vintage treasures such as rare designer bags by Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and other famous names, as well as vintage clothing dating from the ’20s onward. Although the shop is located off the beaten track, it is certainly worth a visit. This is because you may just uncover a rare gem or two.

SERVICES:

• A personalized tailoring service is available for customers

ITEMS COMMONLY STOCKED:

• Designer bags
• Vintage Clothing
• Accessories
• Shoes
• Jewellery
• Formal clothing