THE BEST CLOTHING THRIFT STORES IN JOHANNESBURG
(2026 GUIDE)
START SELLING NOWThis article was originally published on WISI-Oi and has been updated for Kloset Klub, the new version of the platform. All services, selling, payments and delivery now operate through Kloset Klub.
The modern-day consumer has become more conscious about what they buy, how long they keep it, and what happens to it afterwards. As more people move away from fast fashion, circular options like thrifting, resale and upcycling are becoming the default, not the exception.
This guide was created by WISI-Oi, and has now been updated by Kloset Klub – the new name for WISI-Oi and South Africa’s circular fashion community for buying and selling pre-loved fashion and sneakers online.
START WITH KLOSET KLUB
BROWE KLOSET KLUBSELL AND SHOP PRELOVED ONLINE
Before diving into Jozi’s best physical thrift spots, it is worth knowing you can now thrift and resell straight from your phone.
Kloset Klub lets you list pre-loved fashion, streetwear and sneakers with video and photos, reach buyers nationwide, and ship easily using locker-to-locker and courier options.
- List items in minutes from your closet, not just from markets.
- Use secure in-app payments where funds are held until delivery for peace of mind.
- Reach buyers all over South Africa, not only in your neighbourhood. If you are cleaning out your wardrobe after visiting these stores, or you discover your style shifting, Kloset Klub is the easiest way to resell quality pieces and keep them in the circular fashion loop.
WHY THRIFTING IS SO ADDICTIVE
Thrifting is about repurposing pre-loved gems and extending the life of clothing that still has a lot to give. It is less about buying “someone else’s old clothes” and more about the thrill of hunting down pieces that feel unique to you. Unlike typical retail, you often go in without a list and let the rails guide you.
The focus is on finding distinctive items that add character, quality and longevity to your wardrobe rather than chasing short-lived trends.
VINTAGE THRIFT HUB
Vintage Thrift Hub is a Johannesburg favourite run by two women who specialise in making you feel powerful in quality thrift power suits. Beyond suits, they stock a mix of vintage pieces and reworked blazers turned into two-piece sets, with sizes that embrace different body types. Expect timeless tailoring, strong silhouettes and pieces that transition well from office to after-hours, especially if you love a good blazer moment.
VISIT VINTAGE THRIFT HUBTHRIFT HAPPENS
If you worry that thrifting might look scruffy, Thrift Happens will change your mind. This online thrift business curates high-quality new and pre-loved clothing and accessories, focusing on distinctive, stylish pieces that feel more “editorial” than “second-hand”.
Their locally sourced stock means you are often the only one wearing a specific item, which is ideal if you want unique looks without designer price tags.
VISIT THRIFT HAPPENSLUCID LEMON THRIFT
Lucid Lemon Thrift is a Johannesburg-based gem serving retro-chic pieces with a strong sustainability ethos. The brand’s focus is on extending the life of clothes through good-quality garments that have personality in all the right ways. They are outspoken about reducing fast fashion and champion thrifting as a practical way to align style with values, making it a great stop for conscious shoppers who still want fun outfits.
VISIT LUCID LEMON THRIFTWAVIEST THRIFT STORE
Waviest Thrift Store is another online and Instagram-first favourite with a focus on women’s clothing. If your style leans towards “power meets sophistication”, you will find plenty of pieces that feel polished while still being playful. For those who do not enjoy sifting through endless rails, their curated feed and door-to-door delivery make thrifting feel more like personal shopping. They are also often open to reasonable price negotiations, which never hurts.
VISIT WAVIEST THRIFT STORE27 BOXES
For trendy thrifters, 27 Boxes, now called Artist Market in Johannesburg is worth an outing. This centre houses several thrift and vintage spots clustered together, so you can move from store to store without much effort.
The area also offers a variety of restaurants and bars, which turns a thrifting mission into a full day out with food and drinks.
VISIT ARTIST MARKET
HOW KLOSET KLUB FITS INTO YOUR THRIFT ROUTINE
After exploring Johannesburg’s thrift scene, you will probably end up with pieces that no longer feel like you, even if they are still in great condition. That is where Kloset Klub, the new evolution of WISI-Oi, comes in as the digital extension of your thrifting habit.
Resell quality items you are ready to let go of instead of letting them sit in the back of your wardrobe.
Use video listings to tell the story of each piece and help it find its next home.
Shop from other style-conscious thrifters across South Africa, not only in your city.
Sustainable shopping is ultimately about choosing quality, extending garment lifecycles and expressing your own style rather than following throwaway trends. Thrift stores across Johannesburg – and platforms like Kloset Klub – make it easier than ever to keep fashion circular and personal at the same time.
VISIT KLOSET KLUBRAGS AND LACE
Rags and Lace is a go-to for vintage designer lovers hunting for upper-end pieces at more accessible prices. Despite the name, you will not find “rags” here – just well-kept, carefully curated clothing and shoes.
Their focus on condition and quality means you can build a wardrobe of statement items that age well and feel luxurious without new-season markups.
VISIT RAGS AND LACEKEVDON & CO
Kevdon & Co is a dream for graphic tee obsessives and lovers of casual-cool fits. Expect rails of band T-shirts, retro dungarees, and seriously good jackets and coats.
With pieces like vintage Levi’s and standout prints, this is the place to find everyday items that still say something about you, all at very wallet-friendly prices.
VISIT KEVDON & CO