Refresh Your Wardrobe with Pre-Loved Items from These Online Ukay-Ukay Sellers
Jul 20, 2022 • Cristina Morales
Jul 20, 2022 • Cristina Morales
Fast fashion has made it possible for anyone to cop the latest trends at dirt-cheap price tags, but this accessibility comes at a steep cost. According to the World Economic Forum, the fashion industry produces 10% of the world’s carbon emissions and is also the second-largest consumer of the world’s water supply. Many fast fashion brands also outsource their production to places where labor is unregulated, so they often employ underpaid, overworked workers in unsafe environments.
While the fashion impact’s negative impact can only be really addressed by policy change, there is something you can do on a personal level. Heading to your local ukay-ukay, for instance, is much more sustainable (and budget-friendly) than simply shopping at the mall. Don’t have the patience to rifle through racks of second-hand clothes? Or maybe you don’t have access to good ukay-ukay places? We gotchu. Here are some online ukay-ukay stores that will help you live more sustainably in style.
Whether you’re looking for go-to basics or a statement piece, Sweet.Repeatt has stylish, sustainable options that appeal to a wide range of fashionistas. Perfect for eco-conscious mavens who love unique pieces, this IG store will have you constantly refreshing their feed whenever they drop a new collection.
Love loose, flowy linen dresses? Clothes for Mary has got plenty of feminine basics that you can easily wear from a casual cafe date to the workplace.
Another IG store that’s got plenty of unique pieces, Thriftsthetic makes it easy for you to find gems that’ll elevate any outfit — without having to get up from your bed.
If you love sexy, lacy looks, Velvet Closet will be a godsend. They specialize in lingerie, but you can incorporate most of their pieces into everyday outfits. Best part? They donate part of their profits to animal rescues and you get free shipping if you spend P1000+.
If you’re currently digging the light, airy look that’s fuss-free and simple but still super cute, TheDressUp can help you nail that effortlessly chic look without overspending.
If you’re rehauling your entire wardrobe, weaRmE Clothing is a good place to start. Why? They offer a great selection of pre-loved items and if you buy five, you get one item free. Good deal, eh?
We might live in the tropics, but that doesn’t mean we can’t wear knitwear — that’s what the aircon’s for, right? Apricity Manila specializes in dainty, feminine knitwear that’ll make you look and feel like you’re the main character in a Koreanovela.
Morena Thrifts offers a curated selection of clothes for people who aren’t afraid to stand out. With bold prints, colors, and retro styles, you’ll definitely turn heads with their pieces.
Know any other great online ukay-ukay stores? Tell us about them in the comments!
Though a chronic dabbler in whatever tickles her fancy, Cristina claims she can count her passions on one hand: feminism, literature, the environment, embroidery, and the power of a solid pop song. She lives in Uniqlo lounge pants and refuses to leave the house without a winged eye.
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