Sustainability is a buzzword across all industries at the moment. As the consequences of man-made climate change become increasingly severe, governments globally are enforcing green guidelines and consumers are driving a demand for eco-friendly goods.
Alongside advocating for more sustainable products, consumers are turning to pre-owned items in place of new pieces to help minimise waste and slow down mass-market culture. This has had a major impact on the fashion industry with second-hand clothing on track to take 10% of global sales by 2028.
Discover the four easy ways to embrace the trend for pre-owned products and play your part in reducing waste and your carbon footprint.
Clothing
Join the thousands making the switch from brand-new to second-hand clothing. This is helping to reduce the number of garments sent to landfills and preserve the natural resources used in their manufacture such as water which is used in staggering quantities in fast fashion. Over time, this demand for pre-owned clothes should push the industry away from mass production.
Check out sites such as Vinted and Depop for everyday items sold by individuals. You’ll find hundreds of items matching your requirements in great condition, some still with the label on! For luxury looks well under the original price tag, Vestiaire is a Vogue-approved option.
Accessories
Complement your second-hand outfits with matching accessories. You can shop pre-owned jewellery and watches at your local pawnbrokers where you can get a certificate of authenticity with your purchase as a quality guarantee. Invest in luxury timepieces from the best brands and get real gold necklaces and earrings in several styles at great prices.
Homeware
Update your rooms with upcycled furniture and donated décor which can be found at your local charity shops. From sofas at under £100 to hardwood coffee tables and display cabinets at a fraction of the original cost, this is a cost-effective way to refurnish while simultaneously minimising waste.
There are many inventive ways to give old furniture a new lease of life without needing too much DIY savvy. Buy some non-toxic wood paint for a pop of colour, sand down the wood to give it a deliberately distressed look or pick up pretty knobs and handles for subtle interest and greater functionality.
Entertainment
While devices age quickly and are difficult to pick up second-hand before becoming obsolete, you can save on traditional entertainment by opting for pre-owned pieces. You can buy books for pennies at local markets or borrow them from your nearest library while charity shops are regularly stocked with jigsaws and child-friendly toys.
You can also search online on websites like Ebay for good-as-new leisure activities such as board games – just ensure all the pieces are there!
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