A good outfit can make you feel like yourself. At the Masc Shortage clothes swap, you can find a new one while meeting the community that gets it.
THERE’S A MASC SHORTAGE: THE CLOTHES SWAP comes to Coven Headquarters in Soho on Sunday 22 November. Studs, butches, mascs, trans-mascs and non-binary people are invited to bring their gently loved clothes, shoes and accessories for a free swap, with music and time to connect.
There’s no limit on how many items you can bring. Clothes will be laid out for browsing before organised swapping rounds begin. Each item you contribute gives you an opportunity to pick something during the rounds, followed by a final free-for-all. Anything left over will be donated.
A new life for your old favourites
The event celebrates non-conforming masculinity through style and self-expression. It’s also a chance to give clothes another outing rather than leaving them forgotten at the back of the wardrobe.
And once you’ve browsed, there’s a soundtrack for the evening too. DJs ThatGirlDee, Teyshass, delirious.blanc and Gagan are among those playing.
Local businesses, community organisations and potential partners can also get in touch with the organisers about supporting the event or helping spread the word.
THERE’S A MASC SHORTAGE: THE CLOTHES SWAP takes place on Sunday 22 November 2026 at Coven Headquarters, Soho, London, from 5pm to 10pm. The clothing swap is free. Find further information and booking at Masc Shortage.
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