Used abayas in Australia typically sell for A$29 to A$170 (about $20 to $120). Abayas sell on fabric drape and length, so state the length from shoulder to hem and name the fabric, because nida, crepe and chiffon hang quite differently.
What abayas are worth in Australia
| Condition | Typical | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | A$172 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | A$147 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | A$112 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | A$78 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | A$43 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
Guide ranges converted from sterling at the 2 August 2026 rate, not quotes — sellers set their own price. Grades are seller-declared; WishThrift does not inspect or verify them.
What lifts the price
- Hand embroidery, beading and lace detail
- Matching hijab or scarf included
What pulls it down
- Snags and pulls in fine fabric
- Faded black fabric from washing
Selling an abaya in Australia
Bank transfer via PayID is instant and is what most private buyers will offer. Cash on collection remains common for larger items.
Australia’s second-hand market is strongly local and strongly seasonal, with most activity concentrated in the eastern capitals and buyers who expect to collect.
Australia Post covers everywhere, but distance pricing is real and interstate parcels cost meaningfully more than local ones.
WishThrift has not opened Australia for trading yet, so this page is a guide rather than a live marketplace — the category becomes browsable here the moment the first Australian sellers list.
Working out what yours is worth
- Hang it and check the drape falls cleanly
- Measure the length from shoulder to hem
Getting it ready
- Identify the fabric: nida, crepe, chiffon, linen or a blend.
- Check the embroidery, any beading, the cuffs and the front closure.
Photograph
- Full length on a hanger, front, showing the drape
- Any embroidery or detailing
- The cuffs, closure and any mark, pull or missing bead
Put in the description
- Fabric type and weight
- Length from shoulder to hem, and sleeve length
- Open or closed style, and the closure type
Fabric, style and length: “Nida Crepe Open Abaya, Black, 56 inch, Size 54”. Length in inches is the primary measurement buyers filter on. Say whether it is open or closed style, and whether a hijab or belt is included.
Steady year round with lifts around Ramadan and Eid. Quality fabrics sell fastest.
It costs nothing to list
There is no listing fee, no selling fee and no commission, so the A$172 a buyer pays is the A$172 you keep. You and the buyer settle up and arrange the handover between yourselves; WishThrift does not hold the money or ship the item.
Where in Australia
Australia is a big place and what sells well moves with it. These are the parts of Australia with their own page for abayas.
- Selling an abaya in Sydney
- Selling an abaya in Melbourne
- Selling an abaya in Brisbane
- Selling an abaya in Perth
- Selling an abaya in Adelaide
- Selling an abaya in Gold Coast
- Selling an abaya in Canberra
Common questions
Where can I sell an abaya in Australia?
List it free on WishThrift and deal with the buyer direct. There is no selling fee, so the whole amount stays with you. Bank transfer via PayID is instant and is what most private buyers will offer. Cash on collection remains common for larger items.
How long is it?
Give the shoulder-to-hem measurement in inches. Abaya sizing is length-led and this is the number buyers use.
Does black fabric fade?
Yes, noticeably with repeated washing, and it shows badly in photographs. Check in natural light before listing.
Should I include the matching scarf?
If it came as a set, yes. Matching pieces are difficult to source separately.
More: how to sell an abaya, what abayas are worth, or Clothing across Australia.