Recycle Boutique Takapuna: curated secondhand fashion near the beach
Auckland · 95 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
Hours: Mon: 10:00am - 5:30pm; Tue: 10:00am - 5:30pm; Wed: 10:00am - 5:30pm; Thu: 10:00am - 5:30pm; Fri: 10:00am - 5:30pm; Sat: 10:00am - 5:00pm; Sun: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Second.nz Editorial · 8/16/2026
Hurstmere Road is Takapuna's main shopping strip, running down toward the beach and lined with cafes, boutiques and the Shore City mall nearby. Recycle Boutique occupies a spot at number 95, one of two Auckland locations for the brand alongside Newmarket, and like that store it trades specifically in womenswear, shoes and accessories rather than general secondhand goods.
It operates as a consignment business rather than a charity, taking in clothing from sellers and putting a cut of each sale back to them. That keeps the stock moving and generally well presented — reviewers describe it as well curated, with friendly staff and a shop that's rarely too crowded to browse properly.
Feedback online skews positive, with shoppers noting good brand selection, fair pricing for the quality on offer, and regular sales. It's pitched above typical charity-shop prices, which one local style blogger noted directly — it's a favourite for design-conscious secondhand shopping rather than the cheapest option in the area.
The Takapuna store keeps longer hours than the Newmarket branch, open every day of the week including evenings on weekdays, making it easy to fit into a stroll around the shops or a trip to the beach.