10 Best Baby and Kids Second Hand Clothes Stores Online




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Conveniently browse for second hand kids clothes at these online retailers.

Second-hand kids clothes can be a great way to save money and help the environment at the same time. Not only are second-hand clothes available at bargain prices, but they also offer unique styles that may be hard to come by in the average store. 

Buying second hand clothing has come a long way from having to spend hours browsing op shops that are overstuffed and barely sorted. Shopping for second hand clothes online is so easy because you can do it at any time of day and you can apply plenty of filters to narrow your search such as size and brands.

Second hand kids clothes on four primary school children in a line with their arms around each other.

Why buy second hand baby clothes and kids clothes?

There are so many reasons to buy baby and kids clothes second hand as well as for kids and adults.

From a sustainability perspective, it keeps clothing in circulation longer and avoids it from being sent to landfill. Buying preloved clothing instead of new also avoids supporting the fast fashion industry which not only negatively affects the environment in terms of water use, water pollution and carbon emissions from production and transport but is also known for its unethical treatment of workers.

Particularly for baby and children’s clothes, they grow out of them so quickly that even more waste is created by buying new clothes than when buying new clothes as adults.

Second hand clothing is also amazing for your bank account. Second hand kids clothes will always cost less than buying new which means being able to afford better quality clothes that will last longer. And even if money isn’t tight; everyone loves a bargain!

Remember the sustainable sourcing hierarchy

Use what you already have – do your kids really need new clothes or do clothes from last season still fit? Can clothes from an older sibling be passed down to another sibling?

Borrow from friends and community – Accept hand me downs from a friend or put your hand up for a bundle of clothes offered in a Buy Nothing group. It’s free and you can get a whole pile of new (to you) clothing for your kids. Second hand baby clothes  in particular are always being offered because they are grown out of so quickly but most people have bought tons of tiny baby outfits out of excitement.

Rent – Did you know there are baby clothing rental services? They send you a bundle of clothing in your requested size and when your child outgrows them you can swap them for the next size up. This is also a great option for anyone who hates clutter because the too small clothes get cleared away immediately.

For baby clothing rental, check out Conscious Koala, Numidan and Curious Kind.

Buy second hand – Buying from op shops is a great way to buy second hand and there’s something satisfying about browsing through and also supporting charities. But for when you don’t have time to browse or need something quite specifically, these online stores are a huge time saver.

sustainable sourcing hierarchy. Top to bottom:
Use what you already have.
Borrow from friends and community.
Rent
Buy second hand.
Buy new (sustainable brands).
Buy new (mass produced).

Buy Second Hand Kids Clothes Online

1. Daisy Chain Clothing

Daisy Chain Clothing are an Australian mum and dad team and where I always buy my kids clothes from online. What I like about them the most is that they have an extensive range of clothing. I am able to buy an entire season’s worth of clothes for two kids in one order. Up to size 12 their are plenty of items to choose from and a few items for larger sizes up to size 16.

I’ve found their description of the items and what condition they are in to always be accurate. Customer service has been exceptional.

Get $10 off your first order at Daisy Chain Clothing by using the link below.

2. Second Childhood

Melbourne based Second Childhood have an extensive range of second hand baby clothes and kids clothes all the way up to size 14. They also have a huge range of shoes! You can also sell your clothes on consignment and receive 40% of the sale price.

Second hand baby clothes. A nursery with a stripey vest and woolen jumper on coat hangers hanging on the side of a cot next to a chair with a throw rug and basket of soft toys.
Photo by Karolina Grabowska

3. Ever After

Ever After offer quality clothing in small bundles of 3-5 items. Their standard collections include brands such as Wilson + Frenchy, Seed and Country Road. They also have a Lux Collection of designer items such as Stella McCartney, Ralph Lauren and Moschino.

4. MiniMe Preloved

MiniMe Preloved have a huge range of second hand kids clothes available up to size 14 including shoes and accessories. They also have a lovely selection of homemade clothing too which is great if you’re after something unique.

5. Jumping Jack

Jumping Jack have a great selection of baby and kids second hand clothes as well as maternity clothes. You can sell your too-small children’s clothes at Jumping Jack too; you get paid when the clothes sell or you can nominate a partnered charity for the money to go to. Up to size 12 available.

6. Recyclababy

Recyclababy are as the name implies, focused on second hand baby clothes rather than kids clothes, offering up to size 4. They offer loads of accessories too such as hats and swaddles.

All the clothing that your baby has grown out of can be traded in for credit to spend at Recyclababy. 

7. Kids Closet

Kids Closet operate a consignment model, offering second hand kids clothes in size 1 through to size 12 with a few items of larger sizes up to size 16. They are the sister company of women’s second hand clothing site, The Closet and offer free shipping for orders over $50.

8. Slow Revolution

Slow Revolution indicate the condition of their second hand kids clothes ranging from brand new with tags to play condition although the majority are rated as excellent used condition. Up to size 8. Free shipping on orders over $50.

9. Gumtree

Gumtree is the perfect place to buy second hand kids clothes online at bargain prices. You can find everything from designer clothes to everyday essentials, all at a fraction of the price. You can pick up some great bundles of kids clothes suited to the size of your child and the season. I like to use it when I’m looking for something in particular too, like a raincoat or costume. You can set up a search and get emailed with notifications when they are posted. 

10. Facebook Marketplace

Similar to Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace is an excellent option for buying second hand baby clothes (and kids and adult clothes) online. With a community of millions of shoppers, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for at a fraction of the price. Plus, Facebook Marketplace is easy to use – simply search for the item you want, and start chatting with sellers right away!

Start searching for second hand baby clothes all the way up to teenagers online.

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