SWOP Clothing Exchange Darlinghurst

Great place to buy, swop and sell! I love the Sydney location and that they always have such a beautifully curated store. You won’t always get as much as you hoped for items when brought in although it’s a great system. If you have preloved clothes in good condition why not exchange them for new beautiful pieces.

I had a great first time experience of selling & buying today! I booked a 10am appointment online, then brought in a set of silky shirt & skirt which I bought 2 years ago for around $580. Since I came in early, I only waited 20min for the lovely assistant ladies to assess the items. The shirt was taken for $31 store credit and the skirt was rejected because of wine stains, which I totally understand. I shopped around the store and found a pair of linen pants priced $42 & used my store credit. To me, it’s a great time of reflection on how should money be spent for clothes. Did the shirt and skirt, with whatever brand/fashion/on-trend additional value, really worth my $580 at the time of purchase? Could I have spent that on things that matter to me more than clothings? I think it has taught me a lesson about the presumed value vs actual value in consumerism.

Went today to sell two Celine bags and the $ offer was surprisingly low. I was also surprised that they didn't have a firm authentication process. I'll be sticking to Blue Spinach in Redfern for my designer consignment needs. Three stars are for the friendly staff and the previous success I have had selling clothes at SWOP.

I've bought and sold items from SWOP Darlinghurst! My favourite is a denim blazer that is so comfortable and stylish.There's always been great communication about item value, why items were chosen and how much you get back on the retail price that they set.If you are looking to clear up your closet and not wait around, it's a great option to consider. There are options to sell directly or consign but I am time poor, and this is a preferred way to quickly get things organised.

While it is a little on the pricey end, those who write such scathing reviews need to understand that the demographic for this shop is very particular. They are specifically going to buy things that cater to what is fashionable in the 15-35 age range. The type of stuff you see on ssense and in independent boutiques. If you know what they want, you can bring things you know they will take, or at least consider. They have a great assortment of brands, including US brands that are hard to find, or expensive to get shipped here. They have a designer section that is A LOT more affordable than buying brand new, and there are lots of rarer and unique items. They aren’t a charity shop, and the prices reflect this. but if you’ve got a spare $30-$100 you can find something really special! With the prices at the actual charity shops in Newtown sky rocketing, I guarantee the prices for stuff here is the same as the “designer” section of Vinnies and Red Cross (in the area)

I’ve emailed SWOP and they didn’t respond.. the comment under this review doesn’t address how SWOP are selling things I bought %500 higher either .. So disappointing to see how far downhill SWOP has gone for the consumer. If you sell here be prepared.. they will resell for 4-5x what they offer you. Honestly trash they aren’t supporting the local community that gave them their name.

Make sure you check the items very closely! I know this is a secondhand place but it f you’re pay good money for an item it should be labeled with any stains. I was unfortunate enough to buy a $200 dress, which had an oil stain you could only see in the sun light… I went back straight away and told them. They flat out rejected. Very disappointing customer service. No empathy.

Great items! Lits of stock! Most things are under between $30-$200. Great range of dresses, tops, jeans etc.

If you go in store you are advised you have to wait several hours for them to look at your items and value them. Advised by curt staff to go online and book an appt. Tried to do that…spent 45 mins trying to log items on the site to be able to book appt and it kept crashing. Look for a number to call to book an appt over phone and there is no number. I give up…Facebook marketplace it is. Customer experience is very poor and requires iteration. The two stars are in support of the ‘concept’…sadly the execution needs work.

I love SWOP. The idea that I can get trade a bunch of clothes that I don't wear anymore and get in return something fantastic. It's super transparent: you get credit or cash based on how much they sell your item for. I like this. You're benefiting from their experience of what can be resold. The stock is amazing. There are some really incredible pieces and new stuff all the time. And best of all: I love the staff. Every single one of them. It's a great place to hang out and talk about clothes, with cool, friendly people who also like clothes.