Why Choose Second-Hand?
Fast fashion’s rapid trend cycles and throwaway culture are causing damage to the environment and society. The fashion industry is now one of the top global polluters, driving the climate crisis while contributing to exploitative labour practices and poverty around the world.
By making conscious shopping decisions, you can take a stand against this harmful cycle and adopt a more planet friendly approach to our clothing.
How You Can Get Involved in #SecondHandSeptember:
- Donate: Clear out your wardrobe and give any gently used, good-quality clothes a second life by donating them to a local charity shop.
- Sell: List your unwanted items on online marketplaces or take them to a car boot sale.
- Swap: Host a clothing swap with friends, family, or even your community, passing along garments that deserve a new home.
- Shop second-hand: Whether at your favourite charity shop or through online platforms like eBay, Facebook Marketplace, or Vinted, try to choose second-hand first.
Take a stance against fast fashion and choose a more planet friendly way to shop for clothes!
Want to learn more? Visit the Oxfam website