How to Save the Environment and Shop for New Clothes at the Same Time
More and more people are starting to understand the effects of climate change on the world. Greta Thunberg’s “Climate Strike” took the younger generations to the streets to strike for the environment this past year. We would definitely call Greta an influencer!
We think everyone can do their part in saving the environment. Whether it’s using reusable dishes or shopping second hand and vintage clothing. Here are some awesome sites where you can shop online for second-hand clothing. This way you are also saving money and also helping the environment.
Depop
Depop is an app and online market place for second hand and vintage clothing. You can browse for items from all over the world, buy the items from private sellers and can even sell your own clothing on Depop. Their app has the Instagram feel and you can find super unique pieces if you look well enough! Some of your favorite influencers closets can be found on Depop. Huge fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni is on here and you can shop her clothes! \
Poshmark
Poshmark is also similar to Depop in the sense that you can sell used clothing to anyone in the USA or Canada. Some people have made huge businesses from being Poshmark sellers. Many influencers and internet stars use Poshmark to sell their clothes and connect with their fans. Just like beauty guru Jackie Aina sells picks from her closet on Poshmark.
Thredup
Thredup does all the work for you. It’s a huge online thrift store where everything is split by categories. They gather clothes from other customers and those customers earn money once they are sold. All you have to do is simply ship your clothes to them. No need to post or have to worry about dealing with the sale yourself. Thredup is super easy to browse so you can find exactly what you are looking for in no time.
The Real Real
The real real is an online marketplace where you can feel safe buying second-hand designer goods. They check all the items they sell for authenticity and have a full selection of all the best designer picks. If you want to save some bucks on your next luxury splurge you should check out The Real Real.
It’s also a Youtube Trend …
A hot trend on YouTube are “Thrift With Me” videos. These are videos where YouTubers and bloggers go to a thrift store and shop the store giving their tips and tricks on how to find the best pieces through all the piles. They usually end the video with a lookbook or a haul of all the items.
Here are some awesome “Thrift With Me” videos to inspire you:
So next time you want to buy something new maybe try to look for it second hand first. You now know where to look…