Swap It! Spring Clothing Swap

The swap is simple, no money changes hands and everyone is invited; however, venue space is limited so there are only a set number of spots available. NOTE: No tickets will be available on the day, you must purchase in advance. This is because (1) I don't have EFTPOS, and (2) knowing the number of attendees helps me prep. Thank you!!

HOW IT WORKS?

You can bring up to 10, excellent condition fashion items and swap for up to the same. 

We prioritise on-trend, current season designs from mid-to-high end designer brands.  We focus on quality pieces, preferably made from natural fibres, that are built to last.  Check our Instagram @swap.it_brisbane to see previous swaps and the types of fashion we accept :) 

Here is an example of the types of brands we accept and do not accept:

• Brands we love: Aje, Bassike, Cos, Ganni, Staud, Mister Zimi, Gorman, Country Road, Seed, Adidas, Nike, etc
• Brands we don't accept: Ally, Anko, Cotton On, Supre, Sportsgirl, Shein, Next, Jacqui-E, Zara Trafaluc, H&M Divided, etc. 

This list is not inclusive, but hopefully gives the gist of what we mean! If you aren't sure, please feel free to flick us a DM on Instagram and show us the item and we can let you know in advance :)

MORE DETAILS:

We accept:

• All sizes
  
• The following categories:
  • Tops, shirts, blouses, jackets
  • Pants, jeans, shorts, skirts
  • Dresses
  • Bags
  • Shoes & hats

We do not accept:

• Jewellery and wigs
• Lingerie, socks, swimwear
• Noticeably worn, shabby, pilling, or frayed items
• Anything stained, torn, or unclean
• Ultra fast fashion brands
  • Note: We recognise that some fast fashion brands have multiple lines of varying quality and we may consider items from the higher-end diversion lines (Zara White, H&M Conscious).  This will be assessed by trend and condition. If you aren't sure, just flick us a DM.  
• Sportswear and activewear
  • Note: High-quality activewear like Lululemon and LSKD is acceptable provided it meets condition requirements)

Items must be:

• Free of major faults.
• Clean and pressed (please bring folded in a bag; only bring the hanger if you are willing to donate the hanger)
• Of good quality with lots of life still left in them
• You should be emotionally detached from them.  At the end, any clothing left over will be donated to charity (Do-Op Shop in Morningside)

Each piece will be checked by our team on the day and items will be rejected if they do not meet the above parameters. 

TIMING:

Check-in: 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Swap: 2:15pm - 3:30pm

There is a 45 min check-in period and 15 minutes of set-up time. Depending on when you check in, this means you could have up to 1 hour of downtime before the swap begins.  The event is at Bulimba Community Centre, which has a great park and lots of cafes nearby, so please feel free to bring down your kids and partners, have a coffee, and enjoy a day with fellow fashion enthusiasts. 

There is some parking on site + adjacent street parking but we always encourage carpool and public transport (Bulimba Ferry Terminal is nearby).

FAQ:

• So, how does it actually work on the day?

For each item, you will receive one swapping token. When you are ready to "check out," please take your items and tokens to one of our staff and they will sign you out.

• Can I bring more than 10 items? 

No, sorry. If you bring 11 pieces, we will have to reject one item. Please try to be balanced with goods.... e.g., don't just bring 8 pairs of shoes you no longer wear. 

• Can I bring less than 10 items? 

Yes, 10 is a maximum, not the minimum.  You can swap out the equivalent of what you bring in. 

• Do you take men or kids?

Sorry! We are an adults-only swap so we do not accept children's clothing.  We don't take "mens" per say, but we will accept some masc pieces if they are unisex (e.g., a good band shirt but not a men's suit)

• Can I bring designer fashion?

If you want! We love seeing designer items, but we can't guarantee that you will take home an equivalent piece.  

• What happens it items not swapped?

Anything left at the end will be donated to Do-Op, a non-denominational op shop that supports the local Brisbane community. 

ABOUT US:

Swap It is organised by Katey, an avid fan of the secondhand marketplace and former owner of a secondhand fashion store in Perth. With years of experience running and organising secondhand shopping and swapping events, she knows that we are more than just "consumers" and have the power to create real change with fashion.  Follow us @swap.it_brisbane.