February 5, 2006

CUBAO: Ukay-ukay Heaven

cubao aurora area

I went to Cubao yesterday and realized that my precious pesos were actually worth something. For P940, I was able to buy 3 blazers (all branded), a yellow cardigan, a brand new knit top and a skirt for work. It sure beats buying in the malls or even divisoria or tutuban. I would have gotten them cheaper too if i waited a few days since new arrivals cost more but then again they won’t be there in a few days.

I went to the mall some time last week and saw a cute Mastina blazer at Theme in Glorietta III. Since it was on sale, it was only P2800. It was the perfect fit but simpy found the price too steep for a blazer. For a government employee, P2800 is no joke. Anyway, it was a good thing that I let go of that piece of clothing. Yesterday while I was browsing through the racks in Cubao, I saw two hardly or never used Mastina blazers. One was brown and the other some shade of bluish gray. It was in my size too! Although the sleeves were a little bit too long and wide, I quickly grabbed them and never let go. If alteration costs me P100 a piece, it would still cost less than 10% of the original sale price. By the way, I got it for P140 each. Not a bad deal at all.

gray mastina blazer 01

brown mastina blazer

I saw a few G200 blazers and other Mastina blazers but they were just too big for me. I was also able to buy a black blazer (sorry guys no pic) that was a perfect fit as if it was really made for me. Its fit was even better than the blazer I had made in the tailor.

There are a lot of things to buy in the ukay-ukay. I saw a number of skirts for work but it was simply too big and it would need major alteration. Polos for work, flirty blouses, stretch dresses, winter jackets, blazers, slacks, skirts of all kinds, bags and the occasional Nine West shoes can all be found in the ukay-ukays I have been to. There are blazers, polos (short and long-sleeved), slacks and jeans for men too. I know some very fashionable men who do their shopping here.

So for those who want clothes on a budget go the Ukay-ukays in Cubao. Some are along EDSA (beside the Air Philippines Ticketing office) and Aurora. You can’t miss them.

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38 Responses to “CUBAO: Ukay-ukay Heaven”

  1. Sherwin Que said:
    October 15th, 2006 at 8:51 pm

    Hi,

    I have some used clothes that I am selling as well.. these are actually mine so definitely they are in good condition. These would be shirts, polo, pants, jeans, sweatshirts, jackets, etc..

    If you know anyone who is interested to take a look at those, feel free to contact me at 09275154054..

    Hope to hear from you soon!

  2. JOEL CARREON said:
    October 27th, 2006 at 6:12 am

    GUSTO KO SANANG BUMILI NG BILLS O BULTO NG UKAY UKAY.
    MAYROON DIN AKONG BUSSINESS NA UKAY UKAY.
    PAANO AKO BIBILI NG BULTOHAN SA IYO?
    TXT BACK ASAP.!!!

  3. u-man said:
    May 11th, 2007 at 1:06 am

    i am selling bulk clothes(ukay ukay) call me at 09209383740

  4. maiohmai said:
    June 13th, 2007 at 12:11 am

    hello guys, anyone of you guys selling ukay tshirts from USA such as shirts with label screen stars, sportswear,hanes50/50,etcetera, preferably old and thin.. please text me at 09175252646

  5. peewee munsayac said:
    June 13th, 2007 at 11:27 pm

    i am selling bulk clothes which i need to dispatch everything at 5 pesos each or less. call me at 9530111

  6. mai said:
    July 22nd, 2007 at 5:02 am

    need ko hanap ng mag supply sken ng bulto-bultong ukay.

    # 092772203211

  7. lea said:
    August 6th, 2007 at 4:00 pm

    malaks b tlga ang ukay-ukay??

  8. candy said:
    August 27th, 2007 at 1:56 am

    I need a supplier for my ukay2 biznes. Supplier must be able to ship/deliver the goods to Cebu. PLease send your price for every 45kg. Please email gjsarausadmarketing@gmail.com

  9. eden said:
    August 27th, 2007 at 7:34 pm

    am selling bulk ukay-ukay! 09166132113

  10. IVY JOY said:
    September 6th, 2007 at 3:00 am

    I NID SUPPLIER NG BULTO BULTONG UKAY,, D2 AKO TARLAC DI AKO MKABYEAHE KASI PREGY AKO… PLS. CONTACT ME (045)931-0821/ 09202879714

  11. lally said:
    September 23rd, 2007 at 2:36 am

    PRIVATE GARAGE SALE ON SEPT 30. All clothes, bags, shoes, other items must go. Please text 09176164636 if interested.

  12. keizher said:
    September 29th, 2007 at 7:35 am

    ei bka my lam nmn keo loc for ukay or tiangian.. pls txt me 0927-9351090..it will help me alot. tnx nd Godbless

  13. Gabriel John Rimando said:
    October 18th, 2007 at 12:01 pm

    maganda bang negosyo ang ukay ukay?

  14. Edith V. Antiquera said:
    October 22nd, 2007 at 1:07 am

    Hi IM selling Ukay Ukay direct here From Portland Oregon if somebody wants a Good UKay Ukay And Original Talaga!!! just email me at this email add: zzzcharmainezzz@yahoo.com.sg

  15. tj deleon said:
    October 29th, 2007 at 4:57 am

    to all ukay-ukay owners out there, we are offering a great deal for you. we are offering supplies of quality and overruns from japan. materials include pants, jackets, blouses, polos, shorts, curtains, stuffed toys and other novelty items. if interested, please call 09064208109 or 8323070. we are located in pasay. negotiations are done based on needs

  16. simon d said:
    November 5th, 2007 at 5:48 am

    where is the best ukay-ukay where i can find vintage mens shoes?

  17. jen said:
    November 12th, 2007 at 4:54 am

    Hi Edith (Antiquera)

    You said from Portland Oregon yung ukay mo? Just curious kc your email add is from Sing so san ba talaga origin ng ukay mo?

  18. emz soriano said:
    November 14th, 2007 at 12:21 am

    ei guyz i need a direct suppliers of ukay2,,, o kaya nman nagbebenta ng bulto bultong damit sa mababang presyo lang,, mag start pa lang ako,, pano ba ang kalakaran sa biz na to..

    tnx..

  19. Macky said:
    November 20th, 2007 at 6:20 am

    Hi I just want to dispose some clothes and some accessories came from the US. Pinadala sa akin ng mother which i can’t use. I am willing to sell it in a lower prize. Pwedeng pwede for ukay ukay

    Im from Cabuyao, Laguna

    U can txt thru 0915-2299357 .

  20. wed said:
    January 17th, 2008 at 9:16 pm

    hi guys,
    i need a supplier for ukay-ukay. pls. email me, wed_lozada@yahoo.com.. good quality, look new and cheap. thanks

  21. lizytte said:
    January 24th, 2008 at 11:17 pm

    i need suppliers for my ukay biz which i’m about to open asap. call me @ 09263903829

  22. kris said:
    February 15th, 2008 at 2:19 pm

    looking for ukay2 suppliers, class A from US, Japan and want to know the prices. email me @ kristine262001@yahoo.com. tnx

  23. Ann said:
    April 7th, 2008 at 8:50 pm

    hello,

    want to buy second hand dress at very cheap price?
    pls text 0927-466-4822 we have 200 pcs assorted shirt,blouses, pants , dress all are class a

  24. nancy said:
    April 11th, 2008 at 4:53 am

    i need suppliers for my ukay ukay shop pls email me..or text 09152100646

  25. nels said:
    April 14th, 2008 at 9:08 pm

    hi im looking for ukay ukay supplier, bulk, good quality, low price. please email me at jovie_007@yahoo.com. Im from Oriental Mindoro

  26. mannix said:
    April 25th, 2008 at 12:13 am

    wholesale P1250 / bale
    09228489602
    free delivery
    c.o.d

  27. yeiah said:
    April 27th, 2008 at 6:22 am

    hello i am planning to start up an ukay biz.. pls. text me for good suppliers.. i’m currently here in davao city.. text me at 09163669641 thank you! Ü

  28. ina said:
    May 13th, 2008 at 9:12 am

    the following are available for sale:

    2nd hand ladies clothes (shirts/blouses, dresses, jeans, slacks)
    2nd hand ladies bags (some branded - LV, nine west)
    2nd hand girls clothes (shirts, dresses)
    2nd hand toys (leap pad, etc)

    all items are in good condition.

    interested parties may contact me at 0916 711 48 35

  29. jessie said:
    June 2nd, 2008 at 2:44 pm

    i need a supplier for only class A brand those with pink label on the bale.. text me at 09189151546

  30. donnah_dee said:
    July 2nd, 2008 at 7:21 am

    am planning to open ukay-ukay buz, san ba tayo pwede mka bili ng selected ukay-ukay na cheap lang…
    pls txt me at 0923-3876457

    tnx!

  31. Richard Salazar said:
    July 9th, 2008 at 1:20 am

    Grade A+B Mixed cold weather Clothing in
    Large bales of 450.36 Kgs = 992.87 Lbs.

    46,000 Lbs in a 40 foot cont. x P 13.76 per Lb = P 632,960
    21,000 Lbs in a 20 foot cont. x P 16.51 per Lb = P 346,710

    Mixed Summer Clothing Grade A .. P 114.62 Kg. or P 52.10 Lb. Clothing for Men, Women, of 1,000 Lbs for 44,000 Lbs & r 22,000 Lbs Summer Clothing.. Packed in SMALL BALES or LARGE BALES !! (Small bales is a Little Higer Price) Good Clothing … with No Holes and No Tears

    Richard V. Salazar
    Tel: (361) 937-4498 Office
    Cell: (361) 331-2830

    PS: E-mail me your landline phone number/

  32. Richard Salazar said:
    July 9th, 2008 at 1:21 am

    1 kg. = 2.20 Lbs.
    Bales in 45.36 Kgs. = 100 Lbs
    20,865 Kgs.= 46,000 Lbs. 40ft. Container
    9,979 Kgs.= 22,000 Lbs. 20ft. Container

    Grade A Jeans
    Mixed Brands P 174.63 ea*
    Our Grade A Jeans are as follows:
    All brands Mixed, brands such as Lee, Wrangler, Rustlers, Gitano, BounJouir, Chic, Arizona, Pepes, Britania, Gloria, Sergio Valente, C.K., Gap, Oscar de la Renta, Dockers, Sierra, West, etc., over 50 assorted brands * No Levi’s * ALL BRANDS ARE MIXED IN THE BALES

    Approx. 70% to 80% are Blue Jeans & 20% to 30% assorted Colors. Sizes are mixed, from 24 inches to 40 inches of Waist, with an average waist size of 26 to 34 inches

    GRADE “B” MIXED BRANDS JEANS P 88.95 ea*

    Grade C Blue Jeans P 41.27 per Kg.
    Or P 27.51 a pc.
    Jeans for Men & Women, all sizes from 24 to 40 inches waist with an average 26 to 34 inches.. All Brands, KNOWN brands such as; LEE, WRANGLER, ARIZONA, CK, GAP, BUGLE B, TOMMY, GLORIA, SERGIO, PEPE, PALMETTON, BRITANIA, etc., as many a 50 brands and non-brands … All Mixed … in Blue’s and assorted Colors … !!

  33. chona said:
    July 22nd, 2008 at 8:36 am

    i’m selling bulk ukay-ukay galing usa.i can send it everywhere in philippines.send me e-mail chonacon@yahoo.com.ph lets make a good deal……..

  34. jay said:
    July 29th, 2008 at 8:10 pm

    ^^ Richard Salazar, what’s your email add?

  35. marjan de guzman said:
    August 17th, 2008 at 5:32 pm

    im in need of buyers of 2nd hand slightly used clothes bags and shoes. i cannot open ksi a garage sale here sa location namin so i wanna sell nlng my clothes to ukay-ukay suppliers or ukay-ukay store. sayang nman ksi my items ung iba are brand new (mga gifts na di nman kasya sakin that i never wore)…please do text me at 0915-9447505 if interested. thank you so much

  36. tere said:
    August 21st, 2008 at 11:00 pm

    hi there!

    i am looking for a supplier of class a export reruns/pre-owned (ukay-ukay) ladies cloths, bags, shoes and accessories.

    contact me at thefrugalliving@gmail.com

    thanks!

  37. Chesca Arnaldo said:
    August 23rd, 2008 at 3:52 am

    Hi. I am currently planning to put up a small ukay ukay business.. i need help with suppliers. please do email me at mocha.skin@gmail.com. I would need in the process on bulk buying and all. Thanks!

  38. japs said:
    August 27th, 2008 at 12:00 am

    i cleaned my closet, and i have 180-200 clothes na di ko na gagamitin.. pants, tops, dress.. i also included my baby sisters cltohes.. maybe people who has ukay-ukay can buy evrything even for a cheap price.. sayang naman e.. call me at 09166888181.. las pinas

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