Second Hand Clothes: Its Not What You Think

Going out shopping for second-hand clothes can be great fun. There are excellent flea markets and great charity shops in every neighborhood, and it is not what it used to be years ago. Everyone is into it these days. This article is all about avoiding the big brands, going greener, and looking for something more unique, so if you want to boost your individuality and save a few dollars along the way, listen to what we have to say.

Stay Timeless

If you are a lover of 1960s fashion and can’t get enough of A-cut mini dresses and colors that designers don’t dare to make these days, embrace the world of secondhand. The unique tops, trousers, and dresses you can find in flea markets can not be found anywhere else, and instead of looking like everyone else on the street, boost your individuality and stand out.

Go Green

Don’t just say you care about the planet; do something about it. Shift into the RE movement and embrace REuse, REduce, and REcycle, as we are consuming too much, buying too much, and undoubtedly have too many clothes in our closets. You know what the rule is: if it hasn’t been worn in the past year, the odds are you are never going to wear it. Sort out your closets and donate to your nearest charity shop all the clothes you didn’t spend enough thought on before buying.

Save Money

We know that many vintage stores charge way too much for their unique pieces, as they know they cannot be found anywhere else; however, if you visit a flea market, you will discover beautiful items that are not only one-of-a-kind but also reasonably priced. There is no need to waste your entire gallery when refreshing your closet before summer, and with a low budget, we can assure you that plenty of 1960s dresses are out there, just waiting for you.

DIY

One of the great things we love about buying secondhand is that you can turn anything you buy into something else. For example, you can buy a full-length maxi dress and very easily turn it into a mini dress. Or you can buy a second-hand pair of jeans and turn them into a great pair of denim shorts. It’s so much easier cutting a pair of jeans that cost you $15 than cutting a pair that cost you $75.

Personalised Fashion

Fashion these days has no rules. Anything goes. Items from 1980 have been given a facelift, and shapes and patterns from 1990 are walking the streets again. There is no need to spend so much money on new clothes, and we assure you that once you visit a second-hand shop once, you will keep coming back for more.