The resale, or second-hand, market is getting very popular – it's expected to reach $53 billion in the coming years. As the industry gains momentum, more and more consumers are seeking out second-hand garments to fill their closets. Why are more people flocking to buy used than new?
Resale offers a ton of perks for shoppers. No matter if you’re on a budget or have money to blow, resale can be less expensive than big brands while still offering luxury brand names. But a big reason why people are choosing resale is actually an ethical one.
Consumers who shop second-hand want their clothes and goods to be ethical and sustainable.
Traditional retail – and especially “fast fashion,” like clothes from Fashion Nova and mall stores like H&M, are very wasteful. Even worse, they rely heavily on the brutal labor of sweatshop workers.
In addition to the ethical reasoning, the resale industry is accessible – many regular folks are making money selling their clothes on sites like Poshmark and Tradesy.
Whether you’re buying or selling, resale is a nice way to get some high quality items without the financial and ethical burden of big retailers.