Thrift shopping and sustainable fashion are gaining in popularity as we move towards becoming a more environmentally conscious society. Whether you’re an avid fashion enthusiast looking to bring new life to vintage finds, or a thrift shopper eager to expand your wardrobe on a budget, these online and offline thrift shops in Singapore are sure to do the trick.
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Spot disco balls hanging from the ceiling, CDs adorning the walls and movie posters plastered next to clothing tacks at this thrift store. Superwasted isn’t your ordinary apparel store — apart from the unique decor, customers can shop for reworked outfits such as sports corsets, modern kimonos and halter tees.
Address: 16 Haji Lane, Singapore 189209
Opening hours: 12pm to 9pm (Mondays to Sundays)
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Tucked away in a cosy corner of Henderson Road is Cloop, Singapore’s first thrift store with a communal walk-in “wardrobe” concept. With a bit of digging around, customers can find a variety of pre-loved skirts and blazers from brands such as Love, Bonito and Zara.
The best part? Payment is simple and fuss-free. Since there’s no staff present, all you have to do is transfer the money by scanning a QR code at the counter before leaving.
Address: 102 Henderson Road, Singapore 159562
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (Mondays to Sundays)
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Y2K trend chasers won’t want to miss out on Thrifteyseconds ‒ a hidden thrift store in the West. On top of offering stylish graphic tees and vintage branded shirts, Thrifteyseconds is also a haven for collectors.
Browse a treasure trove of collectables from Japan, and unearth one-of-a-kind accessories like rings and hats that set you apart from the crowd.
Address: 1, #04-27 Bukit Batok Crescent, WCEGA Plaza, Singapore 658064
Opening hours: By appointment only
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With curated styles ranging from vintage and Y2K to streetwear, Nearest Ten is a plus size-friendly thrift store in Chinatown with prices starting from $10. They also offer evening dresses and gowns ranging from $30 to $100, so you can snag a last-minute glam fit for special occasions.
Complete your look with the variety of accessories available as well, such as bead bracelets, trendy sunglasses and chic handbags.
Address: 57A Pagoda Street, Level 2, Singapore 059216
Opening hours: 1pm to 9pm (Fridays to Tuesdays) | Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
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It’s common practice to spot different price tags for different types of apparel, but Woofie’s Warehouse guarantees everything at $10. Located a short walk away from Bugis MRT, the thrift store offers second-hand pieces for cargo pants, knitted tops and sweatshirts from popular sports brands such as Nike and Adidas.
Address: 390 Victoria Street, #03-31, Golden Landmark Mall, Singapore 188061
Opening hours: 10am to 8pm (Fridays to Tuesdays) | Closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays
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SSVP is a thrift store in the East with their best steals being their $3 bins. Basics such as camisoles, T-shirts and shorts can be found here, alongside pre-loved luxury bags that fall into the pricier range. All proceeds from SSVP thrift shop also goes to the needy, so you can shop with the reassurance that it’s for a good cause.
Address: 501 Geylang Road, Singapore 389459
Opening hours:10am to 4pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)ㅣClosed on Mondays
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Short for Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore, MINDS empower and provide MINDS’ clients with pre-vocational retail and customer service training. There are four stores islandwide, with each store carrying a unique range of furniture, clothes, collectibles and houseware. All proceeds go to the MINDS trainees as allowance.
Address: 71 Redhill Road, #01-29, Singapore 150071
Opening hours: 1pm to 4pm (Tuesdays) | 9am to 4pm (Wednesdays to Saturdays) | Closed on Sundays and Mondays
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Nightingale Thrift Shop opened in October 2020 with a mission: proceeds go to funding and training individuals with special needs, as well as donations to needy families.
Despite its unassuming appearance, you can find lots of hidden gems at Nightingale Thrift Shop. A quick scroll through its Instagram shows past listings for retro Hard Rock Cafe caps and even big-ticket items like Dolce & Gabbana jackets at low prices.
Address: 1 Queensway, #02-36, Queensway Shopping Centre, Singapore 149053
Opening hours: 2pm to 7pm (Wednesdays to Sundays)ㅣClosed on Mondays and Tuesdays
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With three locations around Singapore, Easties, Westies and North-dwellers alike will be able to conveniently check out this thrift store. The Barn is completely volunteer-run, and proceeds go to funding Cornerstone Community Service’s welfare programmes.
Like many thrift shops in Singapore, offerings at The Barn are not limited to pre-loved fashion items. You will be able to find a range of lifestyle items such as tiffin lunch boxes and glassware sets. Those up for refurbishing tech gadgets can even purchase old cameras or appliances.
Plus, The Barn puts up listings on its Facebook, Instagram and Carousell accounts, so you can easily shop online too.
Ang Mo Kio
Address: 591A Ang Mo Kio Street 51, #01-35, Singapore 561591
Opening hours: 1pm to 4pm (Mondays to Fridays, Sundays) | 6 to 8pm (Wednesdays) | Closed on Saturdays
Katong
Address: 11 East Coast Road, #01-14 to 15, The Odeon Katong, Singapore 428722
Opening hours: 11am to 2pm (Tuesdays to Fridays) | 11am to 4.30pm (Saturdays) | 10am to 1pm (Sundays) | Closed on Mondays
Penjuru
Address: 27 Penjuru Walk, #01-01, Singapore 608538
Opening hours: 12pm to 9pm (Tuesdays to Saturdays) | 11am to 7pm (Sundays) | Closed on Mondays
Popular among the students from art schools in the area, New2U Thrift Shop is located at Waterloo Street within the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisation (SCWO). Proceeds from your purchases will go towards supporting SCWO’s work in Singapore.
The space is jam-packed with a wide selection of pre-loved clothing, with apparel going as cheap as S$1.
Address: 96 Waterloo Street, Singapore 187967
Opening hours:10.30am to 2.30pm (Mondays to Fridays) | Closed on weekends
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Something Old Something New (SOSN) by Singapore Anglican Community Services is a social enterprise thrift shop aimed at improving the employability of persons with mental health issues.
Established in 1997, the thrift shop hawks all sorts of pre-loved items such as clothing, furniture, household goods, electronic devices, toys, books and more. You can find them at 8 locations islandwide.
Address: Find the full list of outlets on Singapore Anglican Community Services’ website
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This thrift shop is probably one of the more popular ones in Singapore. Operating under The Salvation Army, the Praisehaven Mega Family Store has just about everything you can find under one roof.
From wedding dresses, shoes, clothes, antique collectibles, to furniture and art pieces, there is guaranteed to be something for everyone here.
Address: 500 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 678106
Opening hours: 11am to 7pm (Mondays to Thursdays) | 10am to 7pm (Fridays and Saturdays)ㅣClosed on Sundays
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Therapist Thrift Shop funds community support and wellness programs for individuals in need through selling pre-loved clothing. Occasionally, the store also has $10 Fill-A-Bag events for shoppers to take home a bag full of items at affordable prices.
Besides giving these pre-loved items a second life, customers can also donate their own clothes and accessories here.
Address: 11 Sin Ming Road, B3-09 Thomson V Two, Singapore 575629
Opening hours: 3pm to 7pm (Wednesdays)ㅣ1pm to 6pm (Saturdays)ㅣClosed on other days
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Epically named Local Thrift SG, this thrift store is a one-stop shop for those seeking statement pieces like jerseys, graphic sweatshirts, and vintage shirts. What’s impressive is the fact that they do daily restockings to ensure they have racks of new and fashionable items for you to check out.
No worries if you’re not able to head down to their brick-and-mortar outlets, Local Thrift SG has an online shop for you to satisfy your shopping craving anywhere.
Arab Street Outlet
Address: 53A Arab Street, Singapore 199750
Opening hours: 11am to 9pm (Mondays to Thursdays)ㅣ11am to 10pm (Fridays to Sundays)
Peninsula Shopping Complex Outlet
Address: #02-39, Peninsula Shopping Complex, 3 Coleman Street, Singapore 179804
Opening hours: 11am to 9pm (Mondays to Sundays)
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Queensway Shopping Centre is pretty much a treasure trove of thrift stores, but Un.Wastelands stand out with their curated secondhand and vintage apparels. Their items are updated from new vendors monthly, featuring brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren and Nike.
Located a few stores away is Hikari Space, another unique thrift store owned by the same brand, so you can shop till you drop along the same floor.
Queensway Shopping Centre
Address: 1 Queensway, #02-40, Singapore 149053
Opening hours: 1pm to 7pm (Mondays to Sundays)
North Bridge Outlet
Address: 664 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188799
Opening hours: 1pm to 8pm (Mondays to Sundays)
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Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel handbags for less than $1,000? These deals almost sound too good to be true. But The NÉE Vintage Store offers you exactly that. Located in Chinatown, the boutique in Chinatown, the boutique features branded bags, accessories and apparel at reasonable prices so you can achieve your tai tai dreams without breaking the bank.
Address: 230 South Bridge Road, #232A/232B, Singapore 058781
Opening hours: 12pm to 7pm (Tuesdays to Sundays) | Closed on Mondays
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With 17 outlets island-wide, Refash is one of the most accessible thrift shops in Singapore. Not only do they have time sales at physical outlets, where you can thrift items from $5.90, but they also have deals up to 30% off on their online store.
Don’t be fooled by their prices – they even have a curated section of premium clothing on their website for those seeking higher-end finds.
Address: Find the full list of outlets on Refash’s official website
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If you’re looking to revamp your wardrobe on a budget, head over to We Are, dubbed as the coolest thrift store in Singapore. Most items are priced between $5 and $30, with a premium section offering apparel from $35.
Beyond clothes and bottoms, We Are has accessories and sling bags that add a touch of swag to your OOTD.
Address: 1 Queensway, #03-05A Queensway Shopping Centre, Singapore 149053
Opening hours: 12pm to 8pm (Mondays to Sundays)
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Chances are, you might get lucky with discovering hidden gems at Lucky Thrifty. With cheap finds from $5, Lucky Thrifty boasts a selection of clothes for you to choose from. You can source work-appropriate fits at a budget-friendly price, and even score a cute top that is perfect for a date with bae.
P.S.: Lucky Thrifty has four outlets within Lucky Plaza.
Address: 304 Orchard Road, #B1-78, #02-69, #04-24, #04-79, Singapore 238863
Opening hours: 11am to 6.30pm, Mondays to Sundays
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Haji Lane is a haven for streetwear enthusiasts, and now, The Cartel’s Vintage Store has joined the scene, offering a curated selection of vintage streetwear. Uncover unique pieces from popular brands like Dickies, Carhartt, and Stussy, and look out for unique knick-knacks that make for excellent home decor.
Address: 44 Haji Lane, Level 2, Singapore 189237
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays, 12pm to 9pm
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Not only does thrift shopping at thrift shops in Singapore help the environment, it can also contribute to social causes and save your wallet at the same time. If you haven’t tried thrift shopping yet, it’s time to start. Who knows what treasures you will uncover?
This article was first published by Annabelle Fernandez on 11 November 2019 and last updated by Jou Teng Tan on 19 June 2024.
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