Beirut, Lebanon- Today, one of Lebanon’s leading Social Enterprise startups FabricAID has launched its very first Thrift/Vintage store “Second Base” in the heart of Gemmeyze, Beirut.
Second Base is a concept store created to give a second chance to pre-loved unique clothes while maintaining a humanitarian cause. It was created to feature and sell vintage, hipster, revealing, and extroverted clothing items that are usually undesired by the marginalized communities that FabricAID targets.
Second Base doesn’t only sell vintage and thrift items, but also gives clients the opportunity to sell their clothes in return of 25% cash back and 50% store credit. All proceeds of Second Base are re-invested in FabricAID to sustain the social enterprise.
FabircAID is a startup social enterprise that was founded in 2017 to collect, sort, and redistribute clothes to disadvantaged communities at micro-prices (ranging from 500 LBP to 3,000 LBP) through permanent stores called “ Souk l Khlanj”.
Our goal is to deliver good quality clothing into the hands of people who need them, while also reducing fabric waste and maintaining a dignified shopping experience.
FabircAID currently holds Rank 6 on the Forbes sustainable startups in the Middle East and is endorsed by UN Environment and the Ministry of Social Affairs.
The priority of the clothes collected always goes to people in need.
To be a contributor to this cycle, visit the FabricAID website to find out more about how a few forgotten items in your closet can make a huge impact.
Store Location: Gemmeyze, facing Sandwich w Nos, 1st Floor.
Contact: +961 70 368 135
IG/FB: @SecondBase.ME