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A community-driven initiative that promotes mindful consumption through curated clothing swaps and resource-sharing events. Founded by Wati Grossman and Mary Lynn Fitton, Swap Circle is a new initiative of Circle Ahead based in Palo Alto, CA.

REduce

Fashion that costs you and your friends nothing, except the garments you trade with others. It’s a way for you to take action and be part of a movement that demands a more equal and just world.

RE-USE

REpurpose

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Recent Swaps

Thank you ICA SF & CFC! ◉ Clothing found new digs. ◉ Community had fun.

REDWOOD CITY ◉ Sunday, September 14, 2025

fashion found!
150+ swappers.

Center for Creativity (CfC)
800 Main Street
Redwood City, CA 94063 (info+map)
.rwccfc.org
@centerforcreativitysmc

Hosted by CfC and SWAP CIRCLE

FREE

Guidelines, details & RSVP

SAN FRANCISCO ◉ Sunday, August 3, 2025

HIP HIP HOORAY! 530+ swappers.

Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA)
345 Montgomery Street
San Francisco CA 94158 (info+map)
.icasf.org
@icasanfrancisco

Hosted by ICA SF and SWAP CIRCLE
In partnership with Micki Meng & Mushi Wooseong James
Featuring a mending bar by Reuse Alliance

FREE

Guidelines, details & RSVP

  • "Thank you for bringing your talent, expertise, constant good will, graciousness, and patience! [We know that partnership is the key and swap circle are the best partners ever!]"

    —Alison Gass
    Founding Director + Chief Curator
    Institute of Contemporary Art, San Francisco (ICA)

  • "Thank you so much for making this a wildly successful event! I am so grateful to have been able to collaborate with you. [What an incredible thing you have built with Swap Circle! "]

    —Lauren Hurst
    Deputy Director + Head of Civic and Cultural Impact
    Institute of Contemporary Art, San Francisco (ICA)

  • … both of your creativity and drive brought the event to life, and it was wonderful to collaborate with you and your team. [Thanks for bringing the swap circle energy to the museum today was a blast :)]

    —Edie Trautwein
    Community Engagement Manager + Co-Lead of Visitor Services
    Institute of Contemporary Art, San Francisco (ICA)

  • "The Swap Circle was more than just an exchange of clothing—it was [fun, uplifting, and filled with a spirit of generosity and joy.] It celebrated sustainability, creativity, and community connection, showing how something as simple as sharing clothes can be good for the world."

    —Jill Asher
    Steering Committee Member and Volunteer
    Center for Creativity (CfC)

New Swaps coming Soon

by Tendril Studios

Style with Purpose partners

This isn’t just a clothing swap. It's an invitation to slow down, rethink how we consume, and build something more generous together. One garment at a time.

Clothing Swap Recycling partner

For when we get items off our swap list. 85% of clothing and e-waste ends up in landfills. Trashie is changing that!

What you may have heard about a swap …

“That was a magical event …”

“… so many cool women who love the planet.”

“… great setting, mirrors and friendliness everywhere, and the styling assistance!”

“… new, free clothes, while giving new life to our old ones! …”

“So many friendly gorgeous women, beautiful clothes and welcoming vibe!”

PALO ALTO, CA ◉ APRIL 14, 2024

You may have seen Swap Circle in …

We organized a swap meet in our neighborhood and asked friends to each donate a few pieces of clothing they no longer wear.

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