If your wardrobe is packed with clothes, bags and wallets that you hardly use anymore, this could be a good opportunity to turn those forgotten items into extra cash. REFASH Malaysia is bringing its Preloved Market to Johor Bahru City Square on 8 and 9 October 2026, giving Malaysians a convenient way to clear out unwanted fashion pieces and receive an instant cash payout after assessment.

The event is especially useful for anyone who has been meaning to declutter but keeps putting it off. Instead of leaving unwanted clothing at the back of the wardrobe for another year, visitors can bring their preloved pieces to the REFASH team, have them assessed and potentially walk away with money on the spot.

The Preloved Market will take place at Johor Bahru City Square, Level 1 Atrium, in front of Tissot and SK Jewellery, from 12PM to 8PM on both Thursday, 8 October and Friday, 9 October 2026.

Turn Unused Fashion Into Extra Cash

There is something satisfying about clearing out a wardrobe, especially when the items being removed can still be useful to somebody else. Clothes that no longer fit your lifestyle, pieces that have been sitting untouched for months, or bags that have been replaced by newer favourites do not necessarily need to remain unused.

REFASH’s Preloved Market provides an opportunity to give those items another chance while earning some extra money.

The concept is straightforward. Visitors bring eligible preloved fashion items to the event, the items are assessed, and successful pieces can qualify for an instant cash payout. This makes the process much more convenient for people who would rather avoid the effort of photographing every item, writing individual listings, answering messages from potential buyers and arranging meet-ups.

For anyone who has tried selling preloved clothing online before, that convenience can make a considerable difference.

What Can You Bring?

According to the event information, REFASH will accept a range of fashion categories, including womenswear, menswear, activewear, bags and wallets.

For clothing, there is a minimum requirement of 10 pieces, with a maximum of 100 pieces allowed. Bags and wallets do not have a minimum quantity requirement, so visitors with just a few suitable accessories can still consider bringing them along for assessment.

This gives people some flexibility depending on what they have at home.

If your wardrobe contains a mixture of everyday clothing, sportswear and accessories that are no longer being used, it may be worth sorting everything before heading to Johor Bahru City Square. Separating the items beforehand can make it easier to decide what you really want to let go of.

It is also a good idea to bring pieces that are in a condition suitable for resale. While the final decision and payout depend on the assessment, taking the time to go through your items beforehand can save you from carrying unsuitable pieces unnecessarily.

Premium Brands Could Mean Better Payouts

One interesting part of the REFASH event is the opportunity for selected premium brands to potentially receive a higher payout.

Brands specifically highlighted for the event include COS, Lululemon, Coach and Michael Kors, among others. If you have branded pieces sitting unused in your wardrobe, this could be a particularly interesting time to see whether they can be turned into additional cash.

Perhaps you bought a premium handbag several years ago and have since moved on to another style. Maybe there is activewear that you no longer wear or a branded clothing item that simply does not suit your current wardrobe anymore.

Rather than allowing these pieces to take up valuable storage space, bringing them along for assessment gives them the possibility of finding a new owner while putting some money back into your pocket.

Of course, the final payout will depend on the items and REFASH’s assessment, so visitors should not assume that every premium-brand item will automatically receive a particular amount.

No Appointment Is Needed

Another convenient feature is that no appointment is required for the Preloved Market.

That means visitors can simply plan a trip to Johor Bahru City Square during the event hours and bring along their eligible items. This is useful for people who may have busy schedules and do not want to arrange a separate appointment weeks in advance.

Since the event is being held for only two days, however, visitors should take note of the dates and operating hours. The Preloved Market will run from 12PM to 8PM on 8 and 9 October 2026.

It would also be sensible to organise the items before leaving home. Check the pockets, remove personal belongings and separate clothing from bags and wallets. A little preparation can make the visit much smoother.

Why Should You Go?

The biggest reason to consider visiting is simple: your unused items could be worth something.

Many people have wardrobes filled with clothing they no longer wear. Some pieces were bought for a particular occasion, while others may have stopped fitting properly or simply fallen out of favour. Keeping everything indefinitely takes up space without providing much benefit.

A preloved market offers a different approach. Instead of thinking of unwanted fashion as clutter, you can look at it as something that may still have value.

There is also the satisfaction of giving fashion items a second life. A piece that no longer works for one person’s wardrobe could become a useful addition to someone else’s. Selling preloved items therefore provides a practical way to participate in a more circular approach to fashion.

And then there is the immediate cash benefit. REFASH states that successful items can receive an instant cash payout, meaning visitors do not have to wait around for another buyer to make a purchase after listing their items online.

For anyone planning a wardrobe clear-out, that combination of convenience, decluttering and potential extra income makes the event worth considering.

Remember the Rejected Items

There is one important detail visitors should keep in mind before attending.

REFASH states that, because of limited storage space, any items that are rejected during the assessment will need to be collected after the assessment.

So, do not assume that every item brought to the Preloved Market will be accepted. Visitors should be prepared to take rejected pieces home once the assessment has been completed.

This is another reason to sort through everything before travelling. Bringing your best-condition and most suitable items can help keep the process manageable.

Make a Wardrobe Clear-Out Part of Your Johor Bahru Trip

If you are already planning to visit Johor Bahru City Square in early October, the REFASH Preloved Market could be an easy addition to your itinerary.

Bring along the clothes, activewear, bags and wallets that you genuinely no longer need, have them assessed and see whether they can be converted into instant cash. There is no appointment requirement, and the event runs across two days, giving visitors some flexibility.

For people who have been saying, “I really need to clean out my wardrobe,” this could be the perfect excuse to finally get started.

The REFASH Preloved Market takes place on 8 and 9 October 2026, from 12PM to 8PM, at the Level 1 Atrium of Johor Bahru City Square, in front of Tissot and SK Jewellery.

Before heading down, sort through your items carefully, remember the clothing quantity requirement of 10 to 100 pieces, and take note that there is no minimum quantity for bags and wallets. Premium brands such as COS, Lululemon, Coach and Michael Kors may also be eligible for potentially higher payouts.

Most importantly, do not leave those unused pieces sitting in the wardrobe for another year. If they are no longer serving a purpose, this event could give them a second chance while giving you the opportunity to earn some extra cash.

Promotional/Event Details:

Date: 8-9 October 2026
Time: 12PM-8PM
Venue: Johor Bahru City Square, Level 1 Atrium, in front of Tissot & SK Jewellery
Event: REFASH Malaysia Preloved Market
Accepted Items: Womenswear, menswear, activewear, bags and wallets
Clothing Quantity: Minimum 10 pieces, maximum 100 pieces
Bags & Wallets: No minimum quantity
Payout: Instant cash payout for accepted items
Appointment: No appointment needed
Featured Premium Brands: COS, Lululemon, Coach, Michael Kors and more
Important Note: Rejected items must be collected after assessment due to limited storage space
Source: REFASH Malaysia Facebook post