Fat Babe Clothing Swap

Philly babes, this one is for you.

A collaborative plus size clothing swap is returning this March, bringing together community, conscious fashion, and size inclusive style in a space designed for connection and care. Created in collaboration with local organizers, this event invites plus size folks to refresh their wardrobes in a way that is social, sustainable, and rooted in mutual support.

If you love the thrill of the find and believe fashion should work for our bodies and the planet, mark your calendar for this clothing swap.

Black Bird Rising
5838 Germantown Ave, Suite 100
Philadelphia, PA 19144

Tickets + Donation Information

The suggested donation is $8 to $20. Funds go toward space rental and necessary supplies. Any remaining funds will be donated to Project HOME in Philadelphia, an organization dedicated to empowering adults, children, and families to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty through housing, employment, medical care, and education initiatives.

No one will be turned away for lack of funds.

To secure a ticket, send payment via Venmo to @RaniSG. Last four digits: 3999.

Interested in volunteering? Volunteers do not need to purchase a ticket.

For questions, contact:
rsilvermangitin@gmail.com
fatbabephilly@gmail.com

What Is a Clothing Swap?

A clothing swap is a fun, sustainable way to redistribute clothing and reduce textile waste. Participants bring gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories they no longer wear and trade for new to them pieces brought by others.

There is no required one to one exchange. You do not need to bring the same number of items that you take home.

Unswapped items will be donated to local organizations including Punks with Lunch, Sisters Affirming Sisters, Philly AIDS, and The Wardrobe.

In addition to the swap, attendees can expect vendors selling artwork and other goods, plus an on site tattoo artist offering a “fat babe” flash.

What to Bring

• Clothing size XL and up
• Clothing for all gender identities and presentations
• Accessories and shoes welcome
• Maximum of one trash bag of items

Items must be new or lightly used and in good condition. Please do not bring anything stained or anything you would not be excited to receive.

Not accepted:
• Underwear
• Socks

About the Space

Black Bird Rising is a healing and wellness community centering the needs and flourishing of Black, Queer/LGBTQIA2S+, and Trans identifying people and those who love and support them.

Accessibility notes:
• One step at the entrance with a portable ramp available
• All activities on the main floor
• Restroom accessible for mobility devices

Health + Safety

An air purifier will be running throughout the event. Guests who are physically able are required to wear a high quality mask such as a KN95 or equivalent. Cloth and standard surgical masks are not permitted.

Please do not attend if you have been recently exposed to Covid or the flu, or if you are experiencing cold, flu, or Covid symptoms.

Community care is part of the vibe.

For our Philly readers, this swap is a beautiful example of what happens when plus size fashion, sustainability, and intentional community intersect. If you attend, let us know what treasures you find.

To see more from Fat Babe Philly visit here.

For more events like this visit the TCF events calendar.