Shop these Second Hand Luxury Stores in Singapore for Fashion Steals
Looking to shop more consciously and purchase from reputable luxury brands?
Text: Rebecca Morais
In fashion, people bought 60% more garments in 2014 than they did in 2000. Every year, the sector requires 93 billion cubic meters of water, which is enough to meet the consumption needs of five million people and is responsible for around 20% of industrial water pollution due to textile treatment and dyeing. In Europe, fashion companies went from two collections per year in 2000 to five in 2011.
Fast fashion business models rely on consumers endlessly buying more clothes. These brands are super relevant and tempt consumers with ultra-cheap garments and fresh new collections. While these designs may be exciting and unique, the constant creation of new clothes comes with a heavy environmental price. While luxury fashion houses offer much "slower fashion", they often have a hefty price tag attached to them.
Are you looking to shop more consciously and purchase from reputable luxury brands? We have highlighted these top luxury fashion boutiques that harm the environment much less and don't come with a hefty price tag.
Online boutiques with a physical presence in Singapore:
1. Huntstreet
Self Portrait star lace dress (Credits: Huntstreet)
As the largest established and preeminent authentic luxury marketplace from Indonesia, Huntstreet expanded into Singapore (yay!) to provide a safe and trusted environment for buying and selling apparel, accessories, and jewellery locally and across the region.
The comprehensive curated collection of luxury and contemporary items listed by sellers are well-priced and of the utmost quality. A team of experienced specialists cross-checks the goods. Huntstreet features Self Portrait, Bottega Veneta, and Valentino, among other top brands. Huntstreet also practised philanthropy as it partnered with The Pasar Glamour last year, an initiative where all proceeds were donated to charity.
Address: 201 Henderson Rd, #04-10, Singapore 159545
Opening hours: Mon – Fri 2.00pm – 5.00pm, Sat 11.00am – 2.00pm
We highly encourage making an appointment before popping in.
Chanel black caviar shoulder bag (Credits: Nee Collective)
Purchasing pre-loved luxury online can be intimidating, and it can be hard to assess whether or not pieces are genuine. Nee Vintage Store, established in Singapore, is committed to providing an enjoyable, risk-free shopping experience. Brand experts meticulously inspect each item by hand to combat counterfeits, selling pieces they would proudly wear themselves. Designer brands include Chanel, Givenchy and Loewe.
Address: 230B South Bridge Road, Singapore 058779
Opening hours: Tue - Sat 12:00pm - 7:00pm
We highly encourage making an appointment before popping in.
Online boutiques that ship worldwide:
Christian Dior saddle bag (Credits: Sellier Knightsbridge)
Located in the heart of Knightsbridge, Sellier Knightsbridge sells the finest luxury ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, and accessories, including Chanel classics and rare Hermes handbags. The online e-tailer features brands such as Balmain and Gucci at highly discounted prices for up to 70% off the usual prices. If you're not in London, fret not; the premium fashion e-store ships worldwide.
Chanel Première yellow gold watch (Credits: Vestiaire Collective)
Vestiaire Collective launched in Paris in 2009 and has offices in global hotspots- like New York, Hong Kong, and Singapore. It’s a leading global app for tres chic pre-loved fashion. The brand aims to transform the fashion industry sustainably by promoting the circular fashion movement as an alternative to overproduction and overconsumption. The label gives in to the fast bit of fast fashion (not in a wrong way, of course) as selected items are available for express shipping and can be shipped worldwide within 24hrs.
Gucci web stripe heel sandals (Credits: The Fifth Collection)
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. The Fifth Collection features pre-loved and vintage fashion from high-end brands such as Yves Saint Laurent, Gucci and Christian Louboutin. Worldwide shipping is offered, and all orders are fully insured and trackable online.
All the best in your conscious shop!
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