Second Hand September is back – and this year, we’re teaming up with the talented students at the Northern School of Art again, to bring second-hand fashion to life with a pre-loved denim fashion show!

We’re challenging you to say no to buying new clothes for 30 days and instead celebrate the power of second-hand fashion and all things thrifting. Take part in a month of sustainable style with a fashion show finale at the end of September to celebrate!

What to expect at the Second Hand September fashion show

Taking place on Saturday 26th September from 4pm - 7pm, students from the Northern School of Art at Middlesbrough will reimagine donated pieces from our shops with a strong focus on denim through the era’s – styling them into trendy, wearable outfits that prove second-hand doesn’t mean second-best. Every item featured on the runway was once donated by our local community and has been carefully selected to inspire fresh, creative looks. Here’s what’s included on the night:

-A fashion show with all one-of-a-kind items styled by students, available to purchase.
-Drinks & canapés on arrival.
-Music
-Superstore shopping out of hours where you can purchase reimagined fashion and accessories from our charity shops!
-Tips and tricks on how you can style and repurpose second hand clothing.
-Rummage raffle & tombola
-Refreshments & tuk shop
-A plastic-free, sustainability-first event.
-Disability-accessible.

How you can get involved in our Second Hand September campaign

Donating to our charity shops

If you’re having a wardrobe refresh and switching into autumn mode, donate your preloved winter wardrobe to us so we can give them new homes!

Shopping second hand

Is your wardrobe missing something? Create a thrift wishlist using our Second Hand September guide and shop second hand at one of our 14 charity shops across Teesside. Did you know you can also shop second hand, out of hours with our online eBay and Vinted charity shops!

Get your free Second Hand September guide

Download our free Second Hand September guide which includes a fashion calendar checklist, a thrifting wishlist, Second Hand September goals sheet and much more to encourage you throughout our month-long campaign!

Get involved this September

Sustainability is at the forefront of our retail shops, and nothing quite beats the feeling when you get complimented on an outfit and you can proudly say ‘I got it from a charity shop!’. Pop into your local Teesside Hospice shop and see what you can find this September…

By taking part in Second Hand September, you’re making a huge difference in supporting the care we provide to people and their families living with a life limiting illness in Teesside. 

Join us at our fashion show with the Northern School of Art for a chance to celebrate pre-loved clothing and how we can transform fashion into new pieces we'll love and keep forever!

Together, let’s make this a sustainable and impactful September!