16 Best Thrift Shops in Singapore For Vintage and Secondhand Items (2022)

As thrift shopping becomes a popular pastime in Singapore, second hand shops selling gems and vintage treasures have been receiving more attention.

In recent years, the trend of shopping for vintage and pre-loved items in Singapore has been steadily rising as more people turn to sustainable fashion.

There’s a certain joy in spending the entire day sifting through the racks and discovering gems at the many thrift stores located around the island. But let’s be real — sometimes, you just want to shop somewhere other than your average Salvation Army or Red Cross. 

Whether you’re looking for vintage streetwear or antiques, there’s definitely a thrift shop out there for you. Check out our list of the 16 Best Thrift Shops in Singapore 2022 below.

The Salvation Army, Praisehaven Mega Family Store

Whether you’re a newbie or seasoned pro in thrifting in Singapore, you probably would’ve heard of The Salvation Army thrift shop. The Salvation Army sells items donated to them, ranging from leather goods, clothes, handbags and more. While there are multiple locations island-wide, the Praisehaven Mega Family Store is one of the biggest stores in Singapore. 

Address: 500 Upper Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 678106
Contact: 6718 2513
Opening hours: Mondays to Thursdays at 11am to 7pm, Fridays to Sundays at 11am to 8pm

NONMAINSTREAM

NONMAINSTREAM, like their name suggests, is so hipster that they don’t have regular opening hours. They open whenever they like, but mostly on weekends from 1pm to 7pm. You’ll have to stay updated with their Instagram page to find out when their next drop is to get your vintage outfit! 

Address: 462A Crawford Lane #02-73, Singapore 191462
Contact: Instagram
Opening hours: Varies

SSVP Shop

Managed by Vincentians and volunteers, SSVP (Society of St. Vincent de Paul) is a social enterprise project born in 2019.  Besides finding secondhand clothes, SSVP also sells vintage novelty items that you can get to spruce up your home! SSVP gladly accepts donations as well, so if you’re looking to welcome in new clothing, why not give your old items a new life by donating? Do check out their website for the list of donations that they accept. 

Address: 501 Geylang Road, Singapore 389459
Contact: 6974 2480
Opening hours: Tuesdays to Sundays at 10am to 4pm

Thrifty Trendz

Located in the quaint Highland Centre in Kovan, Thrifty Trendz is a heartland thrift shop that sells all sorts of pre-loved items such as dishware, trinkets and clothes. Make it a date with your partner and find outfits for each other for under S$15! 

Address: 22 Yio Chu Kang Road #02-30, Highland Centre Singapore, Singapore 545535
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays at 10am to 6pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 10.30am to 5.30pm, closed on Tuesdays

Ashitagaaru

Specialising in leather jackets and denim goods, Ashitagaaru carries a wide variety of denim from brands such as Lee, Wrangler and cult-classic Levi’s. Bring out your inner biker chick by picking from their genuine leather jackets too! The best part of second-hand denim and leather is that it has already been broken into so you may get that comfortable fit. If heading down to the store is too inconvenient, you can check out their thrift store online, on Carousell or Shopee. 

Address: 111 North Bridge Rd #02-45, Peninsula Plaza, Singapore 179098
Contact: 9025 4805
Opening hours: Mondays to Sundays at 12.30pm to 8.30pm

The Barn

The Barn is a volunteer-led thrift shop that sells bags, clothing and other little knick-knacks that need a second home. They even have rare vintage cameras that photography enthusiasts can keep a lookout for on their Facebook page. Majority of their items sold are from donations and proceeds are funnelled to Cornerstone Community Services’ welfare programmes. If you’re looking for a meaningful way to shop, check out The Barn for your next thrift haul. 

Branch: Katong
Address: The Odeon Katong, 11 East Coast Road #01-14/15, Singapore 428722
Contact: 9679 7379
Opening hours: Tuesdays to Fridays at 11am to 2pm

Branch: Ang Mo Kio
Address: Blk 591A Ang Mo Kio Street 51 #01-35, Singapore 561591
Contact: 9679 7379
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays at 10am to 3pm, closed on weekends

Branch: Penjuru
Address: 27 Penjuru Walk #01-01, Singapore 608538
Contact: 8811 9362
Opening hours: Mondays to Fridays at 10am to 1pm and 6pm to 9.30pm, Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm to 9.30pm

Thrifteyseconds

Besides your typical 90s oversized tees, colourful windbreakers and other retro clothes, Thrifteyseconds also sells nostalgic toys that might’ve been your childhood faves — think Powerpuff Girls stuff toys and even vintage comics. As a collection of various vintage shops, they also sell repurposed earrings and necklaces with childhood charms. This thrift shop even opens till as late as 1am on some days so you can get some late-night shopping action. Just remember to make an appointment with them through Instagram DMs before heading down

Address: 1 Bukit Batok Cres #04-27, Wcega plaza, Singapore 658064
Contact: 9223 3390
Opening hours: Mondays to Wednesdays at 3.30pm to 6.30pm, Thursdays at 12pm to 5pm, Fridays at 11am to 6.30pm and 9.30pm to 1am, Saturdays at 11am to 4.30pm, 10.30pm to 1am, Sundays at 11am to 1pm, 3.30pm to 6.30pm

The Fashion Pulpit

A rising star in the movement of sustainable fashion, The Fashion Pulpit is on a mission to style up your wardrobe without hurting your wallet or the environment. As one of Singapore’s largest swapping workshops, this avenue is perfect if you’re looking for fashion with contemporary twists and refreshing styles. 

The trade is effortless yet meaningful — every trade saves enough water that can sufficiently hydrate a person. Every 20kg worth of clothes conserves sufficient energy to run a television for close to two years. Here, you can do your part while looking good! 

Address: 5 Straits View, Marina One The Heart, #01-04, Singapore 018935
Contact: 8399 5343
Opening hours: 11am to 6pm on Tuesdays to Sunday

Deja Vu Vintage

With the prevalence of mass-produced clothes, it is understandably increasingly frustrating to find personalised clothing. While clothes don’t necessarily make a man, they still serve as a strong enough statement about your character and personality. Deja Vu Vintage produces one-of-a-kind clothing that is never replicated or repeated, so you know that whatever you get from this vintage fashion artisan is made just for you, and you only. 

Address: #01-70 Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596
Contact: 6338 8013
Opening hours: 12pm to 8pm on Mondays to Thursdays, 11am to 9pm on Fridays to Sundays 

Loop Garms

Whimsical, pop-inspired and simple. Loop Garms offers styles that immortalise pivotal moments in pop history through their collection of printed tees. Celebrate legendary boy band Backstreet Boys or the hyped (and often parodied) fantasy romance Twilight with Loop Garms, as they commemorate momentous eras that have shaked and shaped pop culture. 

Address: 635 Veerasamy Rd, #01-148, Singapore 200635
Opening hours: 12pm to 7.30pm on Fridays to Sundays 

Granny's Day Out

Granny is finally on her day out, flaunting her groovy curves with inspired styles! 

An ode to revolutionary stars that have reshaped how generations perceive fashion, Granny’s Day Out offers designs that celebrate the likes of Marilyn Monroe and Joan Crawford. Started by two self-described granny-wannabes, Granny’s Day Out seeks to reinvent vintage pieces while retaining the elegance and joie de vivre of the swinging 60s. 

Address: 3 Coleman Street, #03-25, Peninsula Shopping Centre, Singapore 179804
Contact: 6336 9774
Opening hours: 1pm to 8pm on Mondays to Fridays, 1pm to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays 

DustBunny Vintage

While there are multiple vintage collections out there for you to consider, it is a whole journey to seek out the piece that best brings out your glow and radiance. DustBunny offers curated pieces that authentically represent you, with vintage clothes made to order. 

Here, you get to choose your own look, materials and measurements and live out your best glorious runway moments. 

Address: 2A Keong Saik Road Singapore, Singapore 089110
Contact: 6222 0116
Opening hours: 12.30pm to 8.30pm (Appointments only) 

Refash

Fashion can be an expensive lifestyle. It is a common dilemma for many fashion enthusiasts whether to splurge on a trend-setting outfit or compromise crucial elements (such as measurements and materials) for a more affordable collection. What if we tell you that it is possible to get the best of both worlds?

Refash has a whole series of elegant bespoke vintage clothing that costs as low as S$15. It is time to breathe new life into your wardrobe at Refash, as you go on your own shopping spree without the financial guilt. (Plus, you get to save on tailoring.)

Address: 10 Ubi Crescent, #03-19, Ubi Techpark, Lobby B, Singapore 408564
Opening hours: 10am to 6pm on Mondays to Fridays 

A Vintage Tale

If anything, A Vintage Tale can best be described as a fashion chronicler that details the most revolutionary vogue creations ever made. With clothing and accessories inspired from the 50’s to 90’s, you can explore a trove of archival pieces that reflect earlier designs from reputable designers such as Dior, Chanel and Gucci. You can also find vintage jewellery to accentuate your outfit, with designs emulating distinct elements from the likes of Prada and Fendi. 

Address: 277 Joo Chiat Rd, #01-01, Singapore 427531
Contact: 9187 0410
Opening hours: 11.30am to 7.30pm on Tuesdays to Sundays 

Reborn Thrift Shop

Looking to clear space in your wardrobe for newer designs? Reborn Thrift Shop will happily provide refuge for your used clothes, re-selling them for notable causes such as Helping Joy and Singapore’s Children Society. With over 50 per cent of all sales profits dedicated to these causes, you can utilise your fashion choices for good, looking amazing while elevating our society simultaneously. 

Address: Block 406, Tampines Street 41, #01-23, Singapore 520406
Opening hours: 9am to 6pm on Mondays to Fridays, 9am to 1pm on Saturdays

Nightingale Thrift Shop

Another social enterprise, Nightingale Thrift Shop has three core facets that define its fashion operations — to reduce environmental wastages, to support aspiring designers afflicted with autism, and to provide financial aid to struggling families.

With a whole collection of rustic pieces, this establishment has designs inspired by the everyday lives of Singaporeans, epitomizing an invaluable sense of belonging and humility that is impossible to replicate. 

Address: Queensway Shopping Centre #02-36 Singapore, Singapore 149053
Contact: 9688 1396
Opening hours: 2pm to 6.30pm on Wednesdays and Fridays, 2pm to 7pm on Saturdays and Sundays

What NOT to buy at thrift shops

While thrifting is great for the environment — and easy on your wallet —there are certain no-nos involved. Mainly for hygiene and safety reasons, here are some items that you should steer clear of:

Baby-related items

Don’t get strollers or cribs or beds, because you really wouldn’t know the stability of these items. It’s better to buy a brand new one that you know will work well and safely. 

Pet-related items

Specifically for items such as pet beds or toys, because the last thing you want to deal with are bugs. Better to be safe than sorry. 

Sleep-related items

With items such as pillows, bolsters and mattresses, there’s a high chance that there might be residual stains/dead skin/bed bugs. Besides, there’s no thorough way to really sanitise these items, so we’ll give them a pass.

Electronics 

Unless you are getting these items only for display, it’s hard to test electronics such as film cameras or DVD players. Even if the shop says that these items are tested and working, don’t get them unless you can test them out yourself in the store. 

Kitchen appliances and dishware 

They may look pretty, but vintage dishware could contain harmful substances like lead. Yikes! Unless you are buying these pieces for display, it’s better to get new dishware for your meals. If you’re worried about the cost, you can check out IKEA for affordable and new pieces. 

Anything that stinks

This should be a given, but you’ll be surprised how many people think that the smell comes out with a wash! The funky smell could be from mould or stains and might be hard to get rid of. Plus, it can get expensive to do a thorough cleaning, which is money that could’ve been better spent on a new item instead. 

What makes a good thrift shop?

To spot a good thrift store, keep an eye out for:

Inventory that is clean and in good condition

For the sake of your own health and hygiene. If you see bugs, GET OUT. 

A well-organised thrift shop with consistent branding and price tags

If the store is cluttered, your brain will most probably be too. 

Imagine a thrift shop full of untagged items dumped together in a pile and asking the staff for the price of each one. Troublesome. 

An organised store makes it easier to shop too, and you can focus on a section and get what you want instead of rummaging through stuff and messing it up for the next customer. 

Regular refresh of their products

When the store has new, curated drops every other week, you’ll know that they regularly keep stock of their items. 

Conclusion

Keep in mind not to over-thrift — many lower-income families in Singapore and foreign workers depend on such stores because they can only afford thrift items. If thrift stores become too popular and start raising their prices, these people won’t be able to afford them anymore. 

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