WHY THRIFT?

I get it. Th-rifting is a turn off for many people. For some the thought of wearing clothing that someone else has worn is unimaginable. The idea that second hand clothing which should be given to the homeless and less fortunate is being sold by businesses for profit. And third, they just can’t stand the smell of going into those places.  

I hear this all the time. Well to settle the minds of some. "Second hand clothing is not for everyone".  

Used clothing can be cleaned using basic washing detergents and cleaners. The amount of clothing given away or donated is more than enough to help the homeless all over the world and then some. Another fact is purchasing clothing from a thrift, vintage or any second hand store is environmentally friendly and also helps with sustainability. Tons of clothing and materials are recycled which eliminates waste that is polluting landfills. We live in such a throwaway society. If it's not the latest we no longer want it.  

I love finding vintage pieces. They may not be the trendiest, but with my flair for fashion teaming them with a more contemporary piece prevents making the look outdated. Also, I find the quality is so much better than what I find these days. The stitching, leather quality and materials, some delicate last much longer. Now a days to get the best quality requires spending a lot more.  

Visiting your local thrift or vintage store allows you to find amazing deals and the amount you spend economically is almost over half the cost less than what you would normally pay at regular retailers. 

Now there may not be much you can do regarding the smell walking into some of these stores however you do make up so much more when finding a clothing piece or home item that’s unique, well made and one of a kind.