As September rolls in, we invite you to take part in a global initiative aimed at creating a better, fairer world. Second Hand September, a movement pioneered by Oxfam, encourages us to resist the fast fashion frenzy and instead opt for pre-loved treasures – and our Oasis Charity Shops offer you the chance to do just that.

What is Second Hand September?

The fashion industry is one of the largest polluters on our planet. Its fast-paced production and the rate at which clothes are discarded after only a few wears mean that millions of garments end up in landfills each year, contributing to a throwaway culture that has grave consequences for our environment. But it doesn’t have to be this way.

By choosing to buy second-hand, you’re helping to reduce the demand for new clothes, contributing to a more sustainable and slow fashion cycle, and conserving precious resources like water. Shopping during Second Hand September is a greener choice, but it’s also a statement – it’s your chance to take a stand against fast fashion, and the best place to make that statement is at an Oasis Charity Shop.

Why Oasis?

At Oasis, we believe in creating positive change. You’ll find unique, affordable, and stylish treasures while supporting our mission to improve the lives of people living with intellectual disabilities. When you shop at one of our charity shops in Claremont, Fish Hoek, or Elsies River, your purchases play a role in changing the lives of our beneficiaries, for good.

By opting for second-hand clothing – buying, wearing and donating pre-loved pieces – we can lessen the demand for new items.  Adding second-hand items to our wardrobes allows us to discover more trendy, stylish, and affordable threads.  It also supports a charitable cause and contributes to saving our planet.  Do good, look good and feel good.”
Gail Bester, Director Oasis Association

 

Proceeds from our shops go directly back into our programmes, helping us provide social work, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, sport and recreation, and much more for over 500 beneficiaries. You will not only look good but you will be doing good, and you will feel good.

Find your closest Oasis Shop here: https://www.oasis.org.za/our-shops/

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You can shop or donate

Second Hand September is the perfect time to clear out your closet and donate those items you no longer wear. By giving your pre-loved clothes a new life, you’re helping to fund our vital work at Oasis. Your donations provide employment opportunities for our beneficiaries, allowing them to develop to their full potential in a supportive environment.

Please drop off your pre-loved, unwanted goods at Oasis in Claremont, on the corner of Lee and Imam Haron Road.

Join us in #SecondHandSeptember

This September, support a fairer, more sustainable thrifting industry by shopping second-hand and donating to charity shops like ours. Together, we can reduce the impact of fast fashion and support those who need it most. To learn more about the global movement, visit Oxfam’s blog here.

Pop into one of our shops today and discover how you can make a difference, one nifty find at a time. The best fashion is already out there.

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Oasis Charity shop Claremont

Our charming Claremont village of shops.

Corner of Lee and Imam Haron Road, Claremont.

Opening Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 3:30pm

Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00 pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.

 

Oasis Charity shop Fish Hoek

Find us at Shop No. 4, Somerset House, 6 Recreation Road, Fish Hoek.

Opening Hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:30am- 3:30pm

Saturday: 8:30am – 1:00pm

Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Thrifting is cool. At Oasis, it’s even cooler!

At thrift shops and other used goods stores you not only find unique items and cool clothing at great prices, but you also do your bit for the environment. The “green” side of thrifting is that you’re buying products that would otherwise end up in a landfill.

From clothing to collectibles, books to bric-a-brac, furniture to fine art, thrifting at the Oasis Association charity shops in Claremont, Fish Hoek and Elsies River offers more than affordability alone. Customers choose to frequent our shops knowing they will find clean, quality items, beautiful displays, attentive staff and a happy atmosphere. Cash-strapped students, frugal moms, discerning collectors and shopaholics alike all become part of the Oasis family, not only getting more for their money, but in turn adding value to the lives of the intellectually disabled beneficiaries for whom Oasis exists.

Buying second-hand is fashionable

With the global focus on recycling, buying second-hand has never been more fashionable, nor has it been more necessary since the economic devastation of Covid. Thrifting is the new buzzword, and Oasis has tailored this concept to fit every pocket and need. Here moms find clothing, books, toys and games in good condition, for a fraction of what they would cost new. Students, homemakers and even restaurateurs browse for glassware, kitchenware, appliances, décor items and furniture going for a song. Add to that vintage treasures, a vast array of art, music from CDs to vinyl records, fabulous clothes and books in top condition and you have something for everyone. But the added drawcard is the sheer enjoyment of browsing in well-designed spaces that are clean, organised and visually appealing.

“thrifting at Oasis is a conscious choice because the money makes a sustainable difference to human lives.”

Drop off a bag of your old clothes or unused goods

Along with our drop-off recycling depot, we welcome donations of any items that are in good condition that can be sold, as the income from our shops is the lifeblood of our organisation, enabling us to provide our beneficiaries with employment, holistic care and a better quality of life. For the many customers who understand this cycle, thrifting at Oasis is a conscious choice, because their money makes a sustainable difference to human lives.

Thrift shopping really is a win for everyone — your closet, your wallet, your fellow humans AND your planet!

Shop details and opening hours

Claremont
Corner of Lee and Imam Haron Roads.
Mondays – Fridays: 8:30am – 3:30pm,
Saturdays: 9am – 1pm.
Closed on Sundays and public holidays

 Fish Hoek
Shop no 4, Somerset House, 6 Recreation Road.
Tuesdays – Fridays: 8:30am – 3:30pm, Saturdays: 8:30am – 1pm.
Closed on Mondays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

Elsies River
Corner of 16th Street & 8th Avenue.
Mondays – Fridays: 9am – 3:30pm.
Closed on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.