Selling Clothes

Can I sell my clothes at Hringekjan?

Yes, via consignment by renting sales space or using selling services.

How does consignment work?

Items are sold through Hringekjan and you receive payment when they sell.

How do I rent a sales space?

Book through Hringekjan's website or contact the store.

What kind of clothes can I sell?

Quality second-hand clothing, shoes, bags and accessories in clean, good condition.

Sustainability and Circular Fashion

Why buy second-hand in Iceland?

To shop sustainably, reduce textile waste and find unique pieces.

What is circular fashion?

Keeping clothing in use through resale, repair, reuse and upcycling. Hringekjan is built around this.

What is upcycling?

Transforming existing materials into something new with higher value instead of discarding them.

What is Hring eftir Hring?

Hringekjan's upcycling project giving textiles new life through creative reuse and design.

Private Shopping

Do you offer private shopping?

Yes, exclusive access for groups outside regular opening hours.

Who is it for?

Friends, birthdays, workplaces, hen parties, tourists and cruise passengers.

What is included?

Up to 90 minutes exclusive access, possibly with drinks, styling help and circular fashion introduction.

How long does it take?

Usually up to 90 minutes.

Shopping Experience

Why should I visit Hringekjan?

For a curated second-hand experience with sustainable fashion, unique finds, local style, music and culture.

Is Hringekjan good for tourists?

Yes, great for sustainable shopping, warm clothing and unique Icelandic souvenirs.

What makes Hringekjan different?

It combines circular fashion, local sellers, upcycled pieces, music events and private shopping experiences.

Is it good for rainy days?

Yes, a great indoor activity away from typical souvenir shops.

Practical Information

Where is Hringekjan located?

Þórunnartún 2, 105 Reykjavik, Iceland, close to downtown and near Hlemmur.

Is there parking nearby?

Yes, paid street parking and underground parking at Höfðatorg. Street parking free after 4 PM in Borgartún.

How often do you get new arrivals?

Regularly from local sellers, so every visit feels different.

Do you ship within Iceland?

Please check the online store or contact Hringekjan directly.

What You Can Find

What can I buy at Hringekjan?

Clothing, coats, jackets, dresses, knitwear, shoes, bags, accessories, vintage pieces, designer brands and Icelandic fashion.

Do you sell warm clothes?

Yes, including coats, jackets, wool sweaters, scarves and hats useful for Icelandic weather.

Do you sell Icelandic wool sweaters?

Sometimes, depending on what local sellers bring in. Selection changes daily.

Do you sell designer brands?

Yes, alongside everyday fashion, Scandinavian brands and vintage pieces.

Second-Hand Shopping in Reykjavik

Where can I buy second-hand clothes in Reykjavik?

You can buy second-hand clothes in Reykjavik at Hringekjan, a curated circular fashion store located at Þórunnartún 2, close to downtown Reykjavik.

What is the best thrift store in Reykjavik?

Hringekjan is one of the city's best-known second-hand stores, combining quality fashion, sustainable shopping, local sellers, upcycled pieces, music and culture.

Is second-hand shopping good in Reykjavik?

Yes. Reykjavik has a growing second-hand scene with everything from affordable basics to vintage pieces and designer items.

Can tourists shop second-hand in Iceland?

Yes. Tourists are welcome and many visit Hringekjan for unique clothing, warm layers and sustainable souvenirs.

Carousel Services

Hringekjan is a rental company that rents out retail space on a short-term basis for the sale of used clothing and accessories to its customers.

Each retail space is 2m² in size and consists of a clothes rack and shelf and use of common areas. In addition, the tenant has use of a box measuring 55x31x33 cm (56L) for clothing that does not fit on the rack. The box is kept in stock and Hringekjan employees ensure that the rack is replenished when needed.

It is assumed that each retail space, in addition to the storage box, can hold about 60 products at a time, of which about 30 garments per shelf. The tenant is welcome to refill the box during the rental period.

Hringekjan employees are responsible for assisting customers and finalizing sales of renter's products.

ROUND BY ROUND

KRHA

Behind KRHA is designer Kristrún Rut Hassing Antonsdóttir, who emphasizes sustainability, recycling, and creative color combinations.

Each garment is handmade and recycled from discarded products found in the Hringekjan. The design draws inspiration from board/bohemian fashion.

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CIRCLE AFTER THE HEARING

SEAM STRESS

seamSTRESS is the slow fashion project of seamstress Isabelle Bailey.

She focuses on designing and sewing clothing from used textiles that would otherwise end up in a container; such as old clothes or various kinds of fabric scraps.

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Round after round

Jon Saemund

Jón Sæmundur has taken on the task of illustrating leather jackets that we have collected, and each jacket is unique.

CHECK OUT THE WORKS