Thrift Alert: IG Shops in PH for Preloved Bags, Jewelry
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Thrift Alert! Instagram Shops in the Philippines for Pre-loved Bags, Jewelry

Even before the buzz about sustainability, Filipinos have always had a knack for ukay finds. There’s just something fulfilling about rummaging through piles of clothes, parting a sea of green hangers, and finally scoring a decent branded jacket for a fraction of the original price tag. But since we’re still in a pandemic, we understand if you’re still hesitant to go to your trusted local ukay store. Thankfully, Instagram gave birth to dozens of shops where you can score preloved items for the same cheap price you’d often score in physical ukay stores.

If you’re looking for second-hand clothes, we recommend reading up on our guide on local vintage shops here. For other preloved fashion items like bags and accessories, this article will be your guide!

Luxe Bag Haven (luxebaghaven)

One of the many Instagram accounts selling pre-loved bags that’s worth following is Luxe Bag Haven. Louis Vuitton, Prada, Celine, Fendi, Tod’s—name it and they surely have it. The price tag is usually included in their posts, so no need to send “HM” when you spot something you love. But do send them a message if you’ve finally decided on an item. Just search for the hashtag #availablelbh to see all the bags up for grabs.





Souvenir Vintage (sou.ve.nir)

A quick browse through the curated feed of this Instagram shop would make it hard to resist switching to another page without buying anything. Everything is aesthetically photographed, focusing on the intricate details per piece. All the items are handpicked vintage jewelry from around the world, so it’s unlikely that you’ll find anything identical. If mass production is a no-no to you, this shop should be on your list!

Vintage Jewelry Treasure PH (vintagejewelrytreasureph)

This shop sells authentic handpicked vintage jewelry acquired from various estate auctions in the United States. What we like about this shop is that they are very transparent, and you can even request more pictures of your prospects. Aside from jewelry, they also post preloved women’s watches from brands like Seiko.





The Bag Hub (thebaghub)

Spearheaded by mompreneur Maia, The Bag Hub has been selling designer goods “minus the ouch in your pouch.” Their payment terms are flexible, including installment and layaway options. The shop sometimes rates the condition of their items on a scale of one to 10 so potential buyers have a better gauge before making a purchase.

Japan Preloved Bags (japanluxxshop)

Japan is known for many things, but thrift shopping is one we can all relate to. This Instagram shop caters to the whims of shoppers on the hunt for designer labels through a selection of second-hand bags, wallets, and shoes—all in great condition! We love the fact they write the price in the caption as well as post close-up pictures of the items on sale.

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