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Second Hand Shopping in Singapore: Carousell, Best Preloved Stores & More

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Looking for preloved baby gear, secondhand furniture or designer goods at a bargain? Here are our top tips for second hand shopping in Singapore, including Carousell and more!

Bargain-hunters, unite! You’ll be surprised at how spoilt for choice we are when it comes to second hand shopping in Singapore – I would know, because 80% of my furniture and home decor items are sourced from Carousell! Whether you’re looking for preloved baby gear like strollers, toys or baby clothes, used but not abused furniture, or even mint-condition second hand designer bags and shoes, keep reading for our guide to second hand shopping online and in-store in Singapore!

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Where to Shop Secondhand in Singapore: Furniture & More

Hock Siong

Hock Siong has become somewhat insta-famous (37.2k followers on Instagram and counting, no big deal!) and it’s apparent when you see comments like, “Wow! Still available? How much?” appear on their posts almost immediately. They’re best known for selling used furniture and décor, some from local 5-star hotels (*cough* Raffles *cough* Ritz-Carlton). They also do amazing furniture restoration with a reliable upholstery contact – think old school solid wood ‘pak awang’ sofas with kitschy printed seat covers! Some items are up for sale on their online store, but we highly recommend shopping in person to check out the full range.
Hock Siong, 153 Kamgpong Amput, #01-03 Junjie Industrial Building, Tel: (+65) 6281 8338, IG @hocksiong, www.hocksiong.com.sg/shop

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The Helping Hand

The Helping Hand is registered as a Volunteer Welfare Organisation (VWO) under the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) with Institution of Public Character (IPC) status and is a Social Service Agency under the National Council of Social Service (NCSS). Their teak wood furniture selection is guaranteed to make your home or office look breathtaking. They also have a restoration workshop to do any repair works for your furniture when needed.
The Helping Hand, 819 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534678, IG: @thehelpinghandsingapore

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MINDS Shop

Movement for the Intellectually Disabled of Singapore (MINDS) runs four flagship thrift shops in neighbourhoods across the island, offering a range of carefully selected furniture, clothes, collectibles and house wares waiting for a new home. You might have to dig a little through the racks, but you might find some real treasures as they often ensure that all goods are value-for-money and constantly updated.
MINDS Shop, multiple locations

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New2U

Established in 2000 and run by the lovely volunteers at the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations, New2U Thrift Shop sells pre-loved clothing (men, women and children), books, toys, bags and accessories – even shoes! Everything here is donated (due to overwhelming response they are not currently taking new donations –  stay tuned they will be soon!) and all proceeds go towards various SCWA initiatives. Prices start from only $1 too so you are sure to snag yourself a bargain here!
New2U Thrift Shop, 96 Waterloo Street, Singapore 187967, www.scwo.org.sg/what-we-do/facilities/new2u-thrift-shop
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 10:30am to 2:30pm,
www.facebook.com/New2UShop, IG @new2uthriftshop

Junkie’s Corner

Junkie’s Corner is an antique shop located in Bukit Timah. This treasure trove of cool finds has everything from furniture to vintage knick knacks, old ceramics and more! And even if you leave empty-handed (which I highly doubt), you’ll still get some pretty good photo ops out of the trip.
Junkie’s Corner, 2 Turf Club Road Singapore, Singapore 287988
www.junkiescorner.com

The Reloved Collective

This quaint little secondhand fashion store is located in the Chinatown area, right near Maxwell MRT (Thomson–East Coast line). It offers a variety of preloved clothes, shoes, bags and more, including a selection of upcycled accessories made by local crafters.
The Reloved Collective, 333 Kreta Ayer Road #02-27, Singapore 080333 (open every Thursday – Sunday, 11am – 7pm. Saturdays by appointment only), @relovedcollective.sg

Salvation Army

If thrifting is your thing then The Salvation Army’s Family Thrift Store at 500 Upper Bukit Timah Road is definitely worth a rummage – they pretty much have everything you could ever need for a family! Housed over two floors they often sell second hand baby furniture, highchairs and other assorted baby paraphernalia. Call (+65) 6349 5334 for more info or check online here.
Salvation Army Family Thrift Shop, multiple locations

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Second Charm

Second Charm offers a range of real vintage and vintage-inspired furniture and home decor. Their Instagram page is filled with swoon-worthy pieces you’ll go head over heels for – think beautiful wooden furniture with lots of rattan accents for that resort home feel!
Second Charm, 21 Kallang Avenue #05-165 Mapletree Industrial Building, 339412, www.secondcharmhome.com

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SSVP Shop

This charity thrift shop stocks an array of good quality, preloved and brand-new items for all ages. Pop in for a quick spot of shopping in air-conditioned comfort and browse through tonnes of household items, accessories, high street fashion labels, designer wear, novelties and more at very affordable prices. The net proceeds from all sales are directed towards the Society of St Vincent de Paul (National Council of Singapore), which has programmes and services that support more than 3,300 low-income and disadvantaged beneficiaries in Singapore. On the hunt for more good deals? SSVP Shop also has plenty of offers and activities – think curated auctions, sales and more! All you have to do is follow them on social media or browse their website for all the latest deets!
SSVP Shop, 501 Geylang Road, Singapore 389459, Tel: (+65) 6974 2480, www.ssvpsingapore.org/ssvp-shop

Shopping Second Hand Online: Preloved Luxury Bags & More

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Carousell

Before every purchase, I ask myself, “Can I find it on Carousell?” and more often than not, the answer’s YES! Carousell is a widely used platform in Singapore, which means there’s no shortage of great finds across every category. I’ve used it to buy baby clothes (some even brand new), accessories and baby gear – particularly items that I know my little one would outgrow in a matter of months, such as push-walkers or booster seats. Carousell is also a great place to find secondhand designer goods, furniture, home décor and gadgets.
www.carousell.sg or download the app for Apple and Android

Facebook Marketplace

Facebook Marketplace tends to be more popular among expats in Singapore. You can find the same great products here, from household items to baby gear and more.
www.facebook.com/marketplace

Facebook Groups

A spin off of the popular Singapore ExPat Wives group, the Singapore ExPat Wives Classifieds group has a huge section selling children’s toys, clothing, shoes and accessories as well as second-hand baby clothing and gear. It’s free to join the group (as long as you’re based in Sing) and easy peasy to upload your items for sale. ECMS Exchange is another place to look if you live on the East Coast and are keen to snag a bargain on quality pre-loved kid’s clothing and toys. This one’s for those living in the East only (lucky ducks!) to keep collections local.

Hotlotz

Hotlotz was founded in 2015 and has rapidly grown to become the largest auction house in Singapore! Check out their website for all the current items on auction. They also have an online Hotlotz Marketplace, which offers a wide range of hand-selected second hand items for immediate purchase at affordable fixed prices.
Hotlotz Saleroom, Cendex Center #01-15, 120 Lower Delta Rd, Singapore 169208
www.hotlotz.com

HuntStreet

Huntstreet is a well-established local store for secondhand designer items. You’ll find a range of trendy and even vintage bags, shoes, clothes and accessories from luxury brands like Chanel, Hérmes, Dior and more. They even have a showroom you can check out in person (appointments required).
HuntStreet, 201 Henderson Rd, #04-10, Singapore 159545, www.huntstreet.sg

Reebonz

Reebonz is a trusted online platform for buying and selling a wide range of luxury bags, accessories, watches, jewellery and shoes. They’ve got an exciting lineup of coveted designer brands, all accessible at affordable prices with the option to pay by instalment too.
www.reebonz.com/sg

The Reoutfitter

The Reoutfitter is a fashion and wardrobe styling consultant in Singapore with an emphasis on promoting circular fashion and tailored fashion advice to change how we shop. They also have a curated online shop where they sell clients preloved pieces that no longer work for them. You can find lots of great deals on gently used premium, luxury, and designer apparel and accessories.
shop.thereoutfitter.com

Retykle

Retykle is an online store offering premium, carefully-selected preloved clothes for babies, children and mamas. The preloved items they offer are well curated with the best quality and condition. Brands include Petit Bateau, Jacadi, Ralph Lauren and more – all at great prices!
www.retykle.sg

Second Edit by Style Theory

We know them for their fashion subscription boxes, where designer gear is delivered for you to wear and then return before your next haul arrives. But did you know Style Theory also has an online store offering a ton of preloved designer pieces? I’m talking statement bags from Fendi, Louis Vuitton, Celine and more, plus gorgeous clothing from a range of international designer brands, all at slashed prices.
second-edit.co

Style Tribute

Style Tribute is another local online store that has an extensive range of secondhand luxury goods. They often have slashed prices too (we’ve seen Christian Louboutin heels go for as low as $100!) so always check back for sales if you’re on the hunt for your next designer bag or shoes!
styletribute.com

Top tips for Shopping Secondhand in Singapore

Shop with an open mind: Shopping secondhand is not like shopping off-the-rack, so you may not always get the exact items you want. However, if the item ticks most boxes for you, it is probably worth considering. When browsing online, shortlist the items you fancy (by using a like/wishlist function or simply bookmarking the webpage) and compare prices, quality and condition afterwards to make your final decision.

Use filters to narrow your search: When shopping on platforms like Carousell or Facebook Marketplace, weed out all the ‘preorder’ listings from business accounts by filtering the item condition to ‘used’. This will immediately show you all the secondhand items available.

Practise patience: Whenever shopping in-store, take your time! Personally I prefer to leave no stone unturned and investigate every inch of the shop so I don’t miss out on any hidden gems – you never know what’s hiding in the corner!

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This vintage chest of drawers and second hand rug are both Carousell finds! (Image: Syazana Hishamuddin)

Ask: Don’t be afraid to ask questions before confirming your purchase, especially when browsing online. Sometimes it can be difficult to judge the condition of an item through photos, so make sure you ask questions like how long the item has been used for, if it has any defects, what its made of and where it was originally bought from. These questions can also be applied when shopping in retail stores.

Consider the location: You can sometimes filter by location when shopping online – set a parameter from your location so you can view all the items available in your area (this makes it easier to plan meet-ups, pickups and delivery!). You can also look to courier services for small items (GrabExpress), or engage a mover for larger pieces like furniture (GogoX, Lalamove).

Haggle, but don’t lowball: The beauty of shopping secondhand is that even as prices are usually way below retail, there’s probably some wiggle room to negotiate an even lower price. Bargain reasonably though, and don’t suggest a price that’s too low – you may end up offending the seller.

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