Resale in the fashion market is becoming increasingly popular for its sustainability and impact factors. It has already become dominant among several high-profile brands, including Nike and Lululemon. They have opened a recommence marketplace where customers can exchange used items for credits. With this pace, the second-hand fashion retail market will likely double in five [...]
Do you know that the textile industry produces 10% of annual global carbon emissions? As a result, experts are developing new initiatives to deal with the core textile industry problems. Therefore, used clothing reuse and recycling are not a buzzword or marketing tools. Instead, sustainability from used clothing is synonymous with real action and commitment. [...]
If you are into cloth trading or buying, you must know the importance of used clothing in the apparel industry. Not only are they affordable at cost, but they are also useful for several middles to low-income countries. That's why between 2 to 4 million tonnes of used clothes are sold yearly to the market [...]
Fast fashion focuses on rapidly producing high volumes of clothing, but at a considerable cost to the environment. It uses cheap materials and manufacturing methods and cannot even be recycled since it is mostly made of synthetic fabric. The European Union has put the brakes on fast fashion by demanding textiles be eco-friendly and long-lasting. [...]
3rd May is celebrated as National Textiles Day. Textiles play a big role in our lives, from the clothes we wear to the curtains and upholstery we use. However, the production of new fabrics is causing environmental problems worldwide. Did you know that 10% of all the carbon emissions in the world come from the [...]
Used clothing is very popular these days and is expected to become even more popular in the coming years. Used clothing sales are forecasted to reach $77 billion by 2025. Most consumers are attracted to second-hand clothing because they are reasonably priced. Also, there is a growing awareness among people regarding the ill effects of [...]
The global recycled used clothing market is growing at a significant pace. More countries around the world are recycling their used clothing today. So much so, in fact, that the global textile recycling market grew to a whopping US$5.02 billion in 2021. In this article, we explore this industry in detail and understand what makes [...]
Used clothing is a billion-dollar global industry. Nearly 70% of all clothes that are donated worldwide end up in Africa. It is not surprising to find a Burberry jacket or Tommy Hilfiger jeans in the crowded markets of African towns and cities. However, these used clothing pieces are available at a fraction of the price [...]
For many, owning a luxury item is like an aim in life. However, the latest trend is that people are not going to high-end department stores to get a Hermes Birkin bag or a Chanel shirt. Instead, they are going to thrift stores to get their favorite luxury items, but at a fraction of the [...]
Are you starting a clothing store or boutique? Need premium-quality used clothing to create your inspired collection? Buying used clothing wholesale can get tricky if you don’t know how to vet potential wholesalers who may be a good fit for your business. To help you out, we’ve compiled a list of 4 key tips that [...]
