WHERE TO SELL SECOND-HAND CLOTHES IN JOHANNESBURG
Johannesburg has several options for selling second-hand clothes, from online resale platforms and social selling to local resale and consignment stores.
The best option depends on what you are selling, its resale value, how much of the process you want to manage yourself, and how you want to get paid.
This guide compares the main ways to sell clothes in Johannesburg, what each option is best suited to, and what to consider before you list.
COMPARE YOUR SELLING OPTIONS
KLOSET KLUB
Best for: Good-condition fashion with genuine resale value
Reach: Buyers across South Africa
Seller effort: Moderate
Cost: Free to list, with a 5% success fee when an item sells
Kloset Klub is a fashion-focused resale platform. Sellers create their own listings, payments are handled through the platform, and delivery is built in through Pudo.
YAGA
Best for: Broad second-hand selling
Reach: Nationwide
Seller effort: Medium
Yaga is a general resale platform with a large South African audience. Sellers create and manage their own listings, with payments and delivery handled through the platform.
Best for: Curated wardrobes and sellers who already have an audience
Reach: Depends on your following
Seller effort: High
Instagram can work well if you already create fashion content or have an engaged audience, but you need to manage enquiries, payments and delivery yourself.
FACEBOOK MARKETPLACE
Best for: Local and direct selling
Reach: Mainly local
Seller effort: Medium to high
Facebook Marketplace gives you access to a large local audience, but clothing competes with many other product categories. Payments, meetups and delivery are generally arranged directly between buyers and sellers.
LOCAL RESALE & CONSIGNMENT STORES
Best for: Sellers who prefer an in-person option
Reach: Johannesburg
Seller effort: Varies
Some Johannesburg second-hand and consignment stores buy stock outright, while others sell on your behalf.
What they accept, how they price and how much the seller receives varies by store, so check their current terms before taking items in.
SELLING QUALITY FASHION WITH RESALE VALUE?
There are two ways to sell through Kloset Klub, depending on how involved you want to be.
List it yourself
If you have good-condition fashion worth R400 or more, create your own Kloset, set your price and sell to buyers across South Africa.
Listings are free. Kloset Klub charges a 5% success fee only when an item sells.
Have a premium wardrobe?
For qualifying wardrobes in selected Johannesburg areas, Kloset Cleanout is our managed resale service.
We collect, quality-check, photograph, price, list and manage the selling process for you. Kloset Cleanout is designed for premium wardrobes and qualifying items with stronger resale value.
LOCAL SECOND-HAND AND RESALE OPTIONS IN JOHANNESBURG
If you prefer an in-person option, Johannesburg also has independent second-hand, vintage, charity and resale stores.
Some are primarily places to buy, while others may accept clothing through consignment, donation or direct purchase.
Always check a store's current buying or consignment policy before arriving with stock.
Some established Johannesburg names include:
- Junkie Charity Store in Melville and Linden
- Reminiscene inside 27 Boxes
- Rags & Lace near Craighall or Hyde Park
- Curiosity Charity Shop in Blackheath
- Hospice Wits branches, now rebranded as Greendale House
- And the legendary Dunusa markets near Park Station.
Physical stores can be useful if you want a local option. Selling online, however, gives suitable fashion access to buyers beyond Johannesburg.
HOW SELLING ON KLOSET KLUB ACTUALLY WORKS
1. Create your listing
Upload clear photos or a short video, add the brand, size, condition and price, and use Kloset Klub's AI listing tool to help create your description.
2. A buyer purchases
The buyer checks out through Kloset Klub and their payment is held securely while the order is completed.
3. Ship with Pudo
Once your order is confirmed, pack your item and follow the delivery instructions in the platform.
4. Get paid
Once the order is successfully completed, your earnings are released to your Kloset Klub wallet after the 5% success fee is deducted.
SELLER COSTS AND RULES YOU SHOULD KNOW
Listing on Kloset Klub is free. A 5% seller success fee applies only when an item sells.
Kloset Klub is designed for fashion with genuine resale value:
- Minimum listing price is R400
- Items should be clean and in good condition
- Counterfeit goods are not permitted
- Very damaged or very low-value items may not be suitable for the platform
- Sellers must ship accepted orders within the required shipping window
The R400 minimum does not mean an item should be marked up simply to qualify. Buyers understand value, so pricing should always reflect the brand, condition, demand and original retail price.
HOW TO SELL FASTER IN JOBURG
Show the item properly
Use clear, well-lit photos and, where possible, a short video. Buyers want to see colour, fabric, condition and fit clearly.
Price for resale, not sentiment
Original retail price matters, but so do condition, demand and how easy the item is to buy elsewhere. Strong resale pricing gives buyers a reason to choose second-hand.
Be specific
Include the correct brand, size, condition and any flaws. Accurate listings build trust and reduce unnecessary questions.
Share your Kloset
Share your Kloset and listings through WhatsApp, Instagram and your own social channels to reach people who already know your style.
Respond and ship quickly
Answer genuine buyer questions promptly and ship accepted orders within the required timeframe.
SHIPPING, RETURNS AND SAFETY IN A SNAP
Kloset Klub manages the transaction inside the platform so buyers and sellers do not need to arrange payment privately.
- Delivery is available through Pudo
- Buyers receive tracking as their order moves
- Payments are held while the transaction is completed
- Returns are handled through the platform when an eligible issue is raised
- Once the sale is successfully completed, the seller's earnings are released to their Kloset Klub wallet
For the latest timelines and rules, see how selling works.
WHAT TYPES OF CLOTHES ARE WORTH RESELLING?
Fashion tends to have stronger resale potential when buyers recognise the brand, the condition is good and the price represents genuine value.
Categories worth considering include:
- Occasion and event wear
- Dresses
- Sneakers and sought-after footwear
- Denim
- Jackets and coats
- Streetwear
- Designer and luxury fashion
- Popular international and South African brands
- Limited collections and brand collaborations
Recognisable brands such as Zara, Mango, Nike, Adidas and other searched-for labels can also perform well when the condition and price make sense.
The better question is not simply "Is this second-hand?" It is "Would someone genuinely want to buy this at R400 or more?"
If the realistic resale value is below R400, another selling or donation option may be more suitable.
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT SELLING CLOTHES IN JOHANNESBURG
Where can I sell second-hand clothes in Johannesburg?
Your options include online resale platforms such as Kloset Klub and Yaga, social platforms, local resale and consignment stores, and selected markets. The best option depends on the type and value of clothing you are selling and how much of the process you want to manage.
Where can I sell old clothes for cash in Johannesburg?
Some physical resale stores may buy clothing outright, but their buying policies and prices vary.
Kloset Klub is not an instant-cash service. Your item is listed for sale and you are paid after a buyer purchases it and the transaction is successfully completed.
Can I sell inexpensive clothes on Kloset Klub?
Kloset Klub has a R400 minimum listing price and is designed for fashion with genuine resale value.
If an item is realistically worth substantially less than R400, another selling or donation option may be more suitable.
How much does Kloset Klub charge sellers?
It is free to create a listing. Kloset Klub charges a 5% success fee only when an item sells.
Do I need to meet the buyer?
No. Buyers purchase through Kloset Klub and delivery is handled through the platform, so sellers can reach buyers across South Africa without arranging private meetups.
What if I don't want to photograph and list everything myself?
Qualifying premium wardrobes in selected Johannesburg areas can apply for Kloset Cleanout, Kloset Klub's managed resale service.
READY TO SELL?
If you have good-condition fashion with genuine resale value, choose the selling route that suits you.
Have a qualifying premium wardrobe in Johannesburg?