How It Works
Easy Steps to Exchange
At BARE Necessities, exchanging clothes is simple. Bring in your gently used items, and shop for new treasures. It’s a sustainable cycle that benefits you and the planet.
Please ensure that your donated clothes are washed before donation.
Our Collection
Our
Story
Get to Know Us
Founded by UC Berkeley Student Amada Madrigal and UC Berkeley staff Dr. Amari McGee.
BARE Necessities is a clothing exchange shop that operates on a circular, zero-waste model promoting mutual aid and sustainability. An initiative driven by the belief that everyone deserves access to essential clothing. Promoting dignity and well-being. We serve students, their families, and the local community, creating a supportive environment that encourages self-expression and sustainability.
Our work extends beyond providing clothing. We build connections, educate on environmental justice
through resource sharing, collaboration, and a collective commitment to uplifting those in need.