1. Kim Bien Market
If Bình Tây is known for its general goods, and An Dong Market is a fashion hub, then Kim Bien Market is recognized as a small center for distributing parts, accessories, and chemicals. Despite its smaller size, the market offers a wide variety of items, especially beauty accessories for women like hair jewelry, sunglasses, and souvenirs, all sold at wholesale prices. The wholesale products here aren't secondhand, but simply refer to bulk accessories and jewelry such as rings and necklaces.
In addition, it's a paradise for phone cases, sunglasses, handbags, stuffed animals, and more. As with other wholesale markets, the prices here are surprisingly low. However, most vendors prefer to sell in bulk, so individual purchases may come at slightly higher prices, but it's still a great deal compared to buying from online stores!
Location: Vạn Tượng, Ward 13, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
Price Range: Starts from 5,000 VND


2. Hoa Hao Leather Market
Have you ever considered buying a handmade leather bag that’s both high-quality and stylish? Or are you hesitant because genuine leather tends to be expensive? If that’s the case, Hoa Hao Street is the place to go! This area is filled with all sorts of leather materials, synthetic leather, and plastics, offering everything you need to create your dream leather goods. The two main spots to shop for leather are the intersection of Hoa Hao and Ly Thuong Kiet Streets, and along Au Co Street.
As you pass by, you’ll see rolls of leather stacked higher than your head in a wide range of colors and types. Leather is sold in bundles known as “nia,” with prices starting as low as a few tens of thousands of VND. Even small leather scraps are sold by weight at incredibly affordable prices. Though called scraps, these pieces are perfect for crafting bracelets, watch straps, or wallets!
- Location: Hoa Hao, Ward 7, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 50,000 VND


3. Area Opposite the University of Architecture
If the previous options seemed too far out of the way (mostly in District 5) or if you're not looking to buy in bulk or for resale, then the row of shops in front of the University of Architecture on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street in District 3 will definitely meet your needs.
The most famous shop here is Tý Phước, offering a wide selection of stationery for all your creative needs. From paintbrushes and colored pencils to notebooks, sketchbooks, and even fun coloring books, you’ll find it all. Shopping here is very relaxed, with no pressure—you can browse freely and take your items to the counter without worrying about any disapproving looks from the shop owners.
- Location: 196 Pasteur, Ward 6, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 15,000 VND


4. Bàn Cờ Market
Bàn Cờ Market has long been a well-known spot in Ho Chi Minh City for its wide range of products catering to the needs of the locals. If you're thinking of starting a clothing business, make sure to stop by—you'll find plenty of interesting items here.
Although the market area is quite small with only three or four fabric stalls tucked away in the back of the market, it still attracts many young shoppers. The fabrics here are of great quality, and the designs are unique, so you don’t have to worry about your creations looking like everyone else’s. The vendors are very friendly and often chat with customers, giving helpful advice and tips. You might even get so caught up in conversation that you forget to keep shopping!
- Location: Alley 664 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, District 3, Ward 3, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 50,000 VND


5. Tan Dinh Market
Tan Dinh Market is conveniently located on Hai Ba Trung Street in District 1, making it ideal for those who prefer not to travel far. The market offers a wide selection of beautiful fabrics, although the prices are a bit higher. However, the quality of the fabric is excellent. If you're thinking of opening a high-end boutique selling designer clothes, dresses, or Ao Dai (traditional Vietnamese dress), this market should be on your list. The stalls here are closely packed together, and the prices across them are generally the same, so you don’t need to worry about being overcharged. That said, it’s always a good idea to brush up on your bargaining skills as the prices can be unreasonably high. The vendors are friendly, and with a bit of charm and enthusiasm, you can often get a discount.
They also sell fabric scraps by weight, which are fairly cheap. If you're looking to make hair accessories, turbans, or similar items, these fabric scraps are a practical and budget-friendly choice.
- Location: 1 Nguyen Huu Cau, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 100,000 VND


6. Soai Kinh Lam Fabric Market
Located on Tran Hung Dao Street in District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Soai Kinh Lam Fabric Market, also known as Dong Khanh Trade Center, is one of the oldest and most well-known fabric markets in Saigon, famous for its low prices and extensive range of fabrics.
Soai Kinh Lam has been a staple in Saigon for many years, named after a Chinese-style shop on the street. It is considered the cheapest fabric market in Ho Chi Minh City, offering a wide variety of materials in different colors, making it a go-to spot for fashion lovers. The market stretches across the street, with numerous fabric stalls packed side by side, creating a vibrant atmosphere. The market is well-organized with sections dedicated to different types of fabric, such as cotton, khaki, cotton for shirts, and silk for Ao Dai (traditional Vietnamese dresses).
One of the highlights of this market is that each stall specializes in a particular type of fabric, offering various colors and patterns. You’ll find dedicated stalls for everything from traditional fabrics to velvet, stretch materials, and vintage-style textiles. With over 500 stalls, you won’t have trouble finding exactly what you need, whether it’s cotton, chiffon, or khaki.
As one of the largest wholesale and retail fabric markets in the city, Soai Kinh Lam offers the best prices compared to smaller fabric shops. With its vast selection, excellent quality, and affordable pricing, it has become a favorite for fashion designers and business owners across the city.
- Address: 46 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 14, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 50,000 VND


7. Lê Minh Xuân Fabric Market, Tan Binh District
Unlike the grand Soai Kinh Lam Market, Lê Minh Xuân Fabric Market presents a more modest and cozy atmosphere, mainly consisting of fabric stalls. Although the market isn’t as large as others and is tucked away among surrounding houses, it has become a popular spot for young entrepreneurs looking to start their own handmade businesses or clothing ventures. The market may be small, but it offers a diverse selection of fabrics, including simple, trendy patterns perfect for creating your own stylish shirts. In Lê Minh Xuân, you’ll also find leftover fabric sold by weight at very affordable prices, allowing you to practice your sewing skills without breaking the bank.
The market also features a variety of charming handmade products such as bracelets, leather cords, beads, pendants, lace, needles, thread, and fabric flowers. It’s truly a handmade paradise for young people.
As such, Lê Minh Xuân Fabric Market is an ideal choice for those planning to start a fashion business or create their own handmade goods, with individual purchases available and vendors who are not as strict as in other fabric markets.
- Address: Lê Minh Xuân Street, Ward 7, Tan Binh, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 50,000 VND


8. Đại Quang Minh Market
Any young enthusiast of handmade goods is bound to know Đại Quang Minh Market. Located just a crossroads away from Soai Kinh Lam Fabric Market, with its main entrance on Châu Văn Liêm Street (District 5), this market is a true haven for handmade accessories. You’ll find an array of items such as bracelets, leather cords, beads, fabric flowers, needles, thread, lace, ribbons, and more, all at incredibly affordable prices. It's no wonder this market is a go-to spot for shops that sell handmade products in Ho Chi Minh City.
The range of sewing materials here is vast and diverse. Due to the limitations of domestic production, most of the supplies are imported from China and sold both wholesale and retail. What catches the eye of visitors to Đại Quang Minh are the towering fabric stalls filled with a variety of vibrant colors. Whatever type of fabric you need, you’re bound to find it here. It's no surprise that this market is a favorite among self-made fashion shop owners and occasionally even renowned designers.
If you’ve noticed the high prices in handmade shops, you can head over to Đại Quang Minh, and you’ll surely find exactly what you’re looking for, or something even more unique, at a very reasonable price.
- Address: Đại Quang Minh Market, 31 Châu Văn Liêm, Ward 14, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City
- Price Range: Starting from 5,000 VND


