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Tips and Tricks : How to buy thrift shop in Baguio City

Posted on 3월 27, 2018 AnJ

The word “Ukay-Ukay” or “Wagwagan” is used for used goods in the Philippines.

Here are some tips for beginners:

#001. Before you head out of the battlefield, PLAN ahead what you really want to BUY? It is a shoe, jacket or a pair of jeans.

#002. Sometimes you get the best finds where this is a LOTS OF PEOPLE. This is definitely a sign for “NEW ARRIVALS”.

#003. Deep DIGGING skills are required. Be patient! If you are adventurous, you will find a GOOD REWARD. Keep looking around.

#004. CHOOSE at least 3-5 variation of the same product or item. They select the best ones you like.

#005. Always remember to LOOK and CHECK. Sometimes there are holes, missing buttons, stains.

#006. TRY it beforehand. So there’s not returning back afterward. Since this product comes at a cheap price.

#007. See a suitable BUDGET for your spending. Don’t forget to for quality and brand names.

#008. It won’t hurt to ask a little BARGAIN to the seller. Most of them would even smile and give a discount.

#009. Agree with the price or see the price tag. Than BUY it. Now, it’s YOURS!

#010. Once you reach home. WASH the item you have just bought. Since you don’t know who the real owner is.

Night Market - Harrison Road, Baguio City © Naoto Joseph Tajima

Night Market – Harrison Road, Baguio City
© Naoto Joseph Tajima

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