Got a designer eye but a high street bank account? Or perhaps you enjoy the finer things in life, but do not enjoy the extortionate price tags they bring with it? Or, perhaps you’re just so over the whole consumerism vibe, and prefer to reuse and recycle than buy anything brand new. Whatever your stance, preloved / second-hand online stores are the latest craze to get beautiful designer pieces, second hand. Whilst there is stigma attached to thrift stores and certain items that one would never want second-hand (preloved panties anyone?), there are a whole array of pieces that are in excellent condition and looking for new homes. Bags, shoes, accessories, clothes, jewellery – it’s all there and ripe for the picking. I for one often splash the cash then never use the product, and look to selling it on for a fraction of the purchase price.
If you’re in the mood for some retail therapy and want to level your closet up without breaking the bank or buyer’s remorse, check out the below:
*All prices in Singapore Dollars unless stated.
The Fifth Collection
L to R: Fendi Earrings $300, Giuseppe Zanotti Pumps $250, Erdem Silk Top $120, Saint Laurent Love Patchwork Baby Sac De Jour $1300
THE FIFTH COLLECTION was launched in 2014 by husband-and-wife team Nejla Matam and Michael Finn after a moving company lost one of their boxes of nice clothes somewhere between China and Singapore. To this day, they still have no idea what clothes were lost in that box, but they’re pretty sure they should have sold them before they forgot them.
“we think vintage and preloved luxury fashion is pretty awesome: how many things can you think of that are fun to do, save you money, enrich your lifestyle and positively impact the environment all rolled into one? Exactly.”
Their mission is to set a new standard of service for curated, expertly authenticated vintage and preloved fashion. They aim to empower customers in their pursuit of great value, exceptional style and sustainable living.
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Style Tribute
L to R: Chanel Vintage Bowling Tote $1540, Roger Vivier Embellished Sandal, $425, Hermes Single Tour Kelly Bracelet in Bridle Leather $280, Off White Shoulder Bag $1360
Founder Stephanie Crespin, just like all women, was confronted with the same problem: a desire to shop versus the sight of an overcrowded closet. To buy or not to buy?
The big moral dilemma brought life to the early concept of what would manifest as StyleTribute’s unique perspective, sell what you own and buy what you want. Cashing out your wardrobe to fund your next trend obsession purchase was an ingenious concept that Stephanie took as her lifelong conquest to achieve.
After hundreds of walk-in wardrobe visits and closet-stalking amid the city’s well-heeled, the humble beginnings of StyleTribute transgressed from the kitchen of Stephanie’s personal home to her first warehouse.
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Zalora Pre-Loved
L to R: Pre-Loved Valentino Rockstud Tote $1350, Pre-Loved Matthew Williamson Zebra Ankle Boots $280, Pre-Loved Miu Miu Silver Glitter Headband $115
We know and love Zalora for all our high street brands and new arrivals onto the fashion scene – but did you know they have a whole pre-loved section too? Offering clothing, bags, shoes and accessories – you can spice up your Zalora shipping cart by indulging in some luxury items among your go-to every day staples.
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Qoo Online
L to R: Salvatore Ferragamo 5 Shoes Charm Necklace US$ 191.29, Chanel Around 1992 Made Caviar Skin 6 CC Mark Plate Tote Bag Black US$ 1,532.86, FENDI FF Pattern Sandals US$ 255.48
Based in Tokyo but with swift International Shipping, Vintage Qoo Tokyo offers some incredible real designer vintage bargains. If you love Chanel vintage pieces, you’ll love this site (it has so many Chanel items here). It offers conversion rates for you into US$, which is helpful, and delivers detailed descriptions of the condition of every piece. For an extra bargain, shop their sale section.
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Madam Milan
L to R: Chanel Large Drawstring Bucket Bag $5250, Mulberry Embossed Drawstring Small Sling Bag $650, Fendi Monster Brooch $395
This website was solely dedicated to preloved handbags, however you may find the odd Chanel belt, bracelet, or cute key chain too now, as the brand expands. Madam Milan believes that the timeless style and trusted quality of designer goods should not have to cost a fortune. To enable more women to feel good and look good in genuine designer products, they have assembled an amazing range of pre-loved and pre-owned designer bags, shoes and accessories in their shops. If you want to splurge out but don’t have a lump sum ready, Madam Milan offers handy monthly installment options too.
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Reebonz
L to R: Pre-owned Vintage Celine Gray Wool Fabric Racer Stripe Medium Luggage France $1,557, Sergio Rossi tan shinny leather peep toe ankle boots $434, Pre-owned Vintage Chanel Silver Stainless Steel Metal Quilted Mademoiselle Watch Switzerland $1,280
After registering with your email, Reebonz is a trusted online platform for buying and selling the widest range of luxury products. Reebonz offers an extensive range of new and pre-owned luxury bags, accessories, watches, jewellery and shoes from coveted designer labels and a curation of the world’s finest merchants sold in exclusive sale events.
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