How to declutter: the dos and don’ts of having a good clear out Parting ways with your old things can be an emotional process. Follow these top tips to simplify your decluttering The Guardian - UK · Sep 8
72 Absolutely Chaotic Vinted Posts That Had People Asking What On Earth Was Going On (New Pics) Vinted makes buying and selling secondhand items look pretty straightforward. You list something you no longer need, someone buys it, and that should be the end of the story. In reality, the platform can be much more chaotic. From bizarre arguments between buyers and sellers to listings that leave you… Bored Panda · Sep 4
How I Shop with Millie Mackintosh: ‘It reminds me to get enough sleep!’ Always wondered what everyday stuff celebrities buy, where they shop for food, and the basic they scrimp on? The former reality star and author talks family heirlooms, organic veg and splurge-worthy jeans with the Filter The Guardian - UK · Aug 25
When is selling clothes or other items online a hobby vs a business? These are the tax rules It’s now easier than ever to sell your unwanted clothes or household items online in Australia. Many popular sites, from eBay, Depop and Facebook Marketplace to newly arrived competitors like Vinted, have either scrapped or limited their seller’s fees, depending on the location, value and number of items sold. The Conversation · Aug 24
Sorry Vinted and eBay, IKEA is launching a brand new marketplace where you can buy and sell old furniture – everything we know so far The platform is launching following success in Norway and Spain Ideal Home · Aug 22
Friday briefing: What does the mass closure of charity shops tell us about Britain? In today’s newsletter: Charity retail’s crisis is about a sector caught between rising costs, falling donations and a booming online resale economy The Guardian - UK · Aug 21
Oxfam ‘can’t guarantee future’ of charity shops as it also reviews warehouse business Dwindling donations and stiff competition from secondhand sellers online prompt review but ‘no plans for closures yet’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 20
Stephen Libby on fashion: a summer wedding is no time for your funeral suit – have fun with colour The Traitors star gives his tips on how to shine at a wedding – from mismatching jacket and trousers to rocking a man bag The Guardian - UK · Aug 19
Ikea to launch second-hand marketplace to take on eBay It has not confirmed a launch date for the UK platform but said it would provide more details ‘in the coming months’. Evening Standard · Aug 18
Used bibs, £2 jerseys, and fake Rapha wares – Inside the wild west of buying second-hand cycling kit Grabbing a bargain, or wasting your time? Marianna Hunt delves into the increasingly popular world of second-hand cycling kit, where the steals are, and how to avoid getting scammed Cycling News · Aug 18
Ikea to take on eBay and Vinted with UK online secondhand site Platform set to launch later this year will enable loyalty card members to sell preloved Billy bookcases and Poäng chairs The Guardian - UK · Aug 18
Forget Facebook Marketplace — IKEA's new tool for buying and selling second-hand furniture will launch in the UK 'later this year' IKEA is launching a second-hand marketplace for buying and selling its products in the UK later this year. Here's what we know about its rival to Facebook Marketplace, Vinted and eBay. TechRadar · Aug 17
Why Are Britons Abandoning the High Street? The Real Reason Shein is Beating out Primark and H&M The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to online fashion shopping in the UK, with platforms like Shein gaining popularity due to affordability and variety, despite ethical concerns and rising high street prices. International Business Times UK · Aug 17
Carry on collecting: why old British shopping bags are suddenly in demand Vintage classics from WH Smith, M&S and Tesco are being bought online, perhaps as part of a nostalgic return to owning tangible items The Guardian - UK · Aug 15
GamesRadar · Aug 14 The PSP is the ultimate physical media EDC in 2026, change my mind The PSP still holds up as a pocket friendly mult-media device, and its focus on physical media makes it the go-to for current ownership trends.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 10 Arrival of Vinted a ‘gamechanger’ for shopping secondhand in Australia With low prices and free listings, Australians have quickly embraced the resale app – but some users are wary of long-distance shipping
The Independent UK · Aug 6 How much money can I make from my side hustle before I have to tell HMRC - and pay tax? Dog walking, reselling on Vinted or tutoring can all count as side hustles - and there’s a clear limit to what you can earn without reporting
TechRadar · Aug 4 I tried to use ChatGPT to create fake evidence — and I came away more worried than I expected I asked ChatGPT to help me fake my life — and what it refused surprised me almost as much as what it didn’t
Barchart · Aug 4 This Analyst Just Downgraded eBay Stock. Here's Why. Wells Fargo downgrades eBay stock ahead of its quarterly earnings scheduled for Aug. 5. Here’s why analyst Ken Gawrelski sees downside in EBAY shares.
The Independent UK · Aug 2 Searches for second-hand bridesmaid dresses up 17% year on year – Vinted Almost a quarter of women who have been a bridesmaid (24%) have considered turning down the role because of the cost, the resale platform found.
The Economic Times · Aug 2 Europe’s Baltic states turn startup hotbeds for their next growth chapter Lithuania, Estonia, and Latvia are now recognized innovation hubs. These Baltic nations boast a significant number of successful startups and unicorns. Their entrepreneurial spirit flourished after regaining independence from Soviet rule. Strong STEM education and a shift in role models fuel future growth. This region's startup success creates jobs and…
The Independent UK · Jul 31 Seven expert tips on how to save money on back-to-school costs As costs for the new school year loom, we speak to one finance expert about how to reduce your spending
The Guardian - UK · Jul 21 Board short summer: why everyone suddenly wants to look like a surfer Surfboards, knee-length shorts, wetsuits, flip-flops: all have been seen on the catwalks this year. But what do actual surfers think of the trend? We went to Newquay to find out
Ideal Home · Jul 17 B&M’s viral Brunch Club range is back in stock – but this time, the cafe-inspired pieces look even better than before It's finally back!
Fortune · Jul 8 Exclusive: Fleek, an online market for vintage garment wholesalers, raises $25 million in new funding Fleek has built a computer vision model to help suppliers sort, grade, and price vintage clothing