Shopping ethically and sustainably has enjoyed a spike in popularity over the past few years, with many forgoing an expensive shopping trip to buy second-hand items instead. The need to save money whilst potentially wanting to save the planet, means many are getting aboard the green fashion train whilst basking in a feel-good factor of not wasting money on brand-new items.
The cost-of-living crisis is just one factor that has catapulted sustainable fashion into the spotlight. Sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Depop, Vinted and eBay all stock pre-loved items that have had previous owners looking to sell items with a view to reducing wastage whilst making a little bit of money.
Depop markets itself as 'the home of circular fashion that’s kinder to people and kinder to the planet'. The sustainable fashion giant say its research found that despite the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, 44 per cent of 18 to 35 year olds in the UK are buying more second-hand clothing now than they did last year – saving up to 25 per cent on each item, reports the Manchester Evening News.
