Sustainable school uniforms – From one parent to another
Rethread started when we struggled to afford school uniforms for our eldest during a tough
financial time.
We saw other families facing the same challenge—constantly buying clothes kids quickly outgrow.
Meanwhile, perfectly good uniforms were ending up in landfill.
So we built a better way: a dedicated marketplace for sustainable school uniforms that’s
affordable, searchable, and sustainable.
Rethread helps families help each other while reducing waste, one uniform at a time.
Rethread isn’t just about uniforms—it’s about community, sustainability, and smarter choices for the future.
We’re more than a place for your new well-looked after school uniform. We’re a community doing good.
Giving Uniforms a Second Life
Every year, thousands of used school uniforms are discarded while families struggle with rising costs. Rethread connects parents to buy and sell quality pre-loved uniforms, making school essentials more affordable and reducing unnecessary waste.
Sustainability That Makes a Difference
Fast fashion and disposable schoolwear contribute to landfill waste. By recycling old school uniforms, Rethread helps cut down textile waste and promotes a circular economy, ensuring school clothes serve more than just one student.
Supporting Families & Schools
Rethread isn’t just a marketplace—it’s a movement. Every uniform bought or sold supports another family, helping parents save money and ensuring kids have what they need to thrive at school.
A Greener Future Starts with Reuse
The fashion industry sends millions of garments to landfill each year—including used school
uniforms that still have life left in them. That’s why we created a sustainable school uniform
shop.
At Rethread, we’re tackling this waste by making it easy for families to give school uniforms a
second chance. When you buy or sell second-hand school uniforms, you’re not just saving
money—you’re helping reduce textile waste and protect the planet for future generations.
Together, we’re making schoolwear circular—one uniform at a time.
Rethread at a glance
Everything you need to know about Australia's free school uniform marketplace.
- What it is
- Australia's free marketplace for second hand school uniforms
- Who it's for
- Australian families buying or selling pre-loved school clothing
- Coverage
- Every primary and secondary school in Australia
- Cost
- Free to list, free to browse. Rethread takes no commission
- Based in
- Australia
- Founded
- 2024, by an Australian parent tired of uniform waste
I absolutely love this platform! I used to dread buying school uniforms every year because it would cost a small fortune, especially with both of my kids in different schools. But now, I can find everything from shirts to skirts at half the price—or less!
— Sarah Jenkins
As someone involved in our school’s PTA, I’ve seen first-hand how hard it can be for families to afford uniforms, especially after growth spurts or changing schools. This platform solves a real problem. I started listing leftover uniforms from our school’s lost property box and was amazed at how quickly they found homes.
— Rachel Kim
This platform ticks all the boxes—affordable, practical, and sustainable. As someone who’s trying to live a lower-waste lifestyle, I was so excited to discover this second-hand uniform marketplace.
— Natalie Burns
