Building Strong Wholesale Supplier Relationships

Introduction In the competitive world of wholesale secondhand goods, establishing and maintaining robust relationships with suppliers is crucial. These relationships ensure a steady flow of quality merchandise, allowing wholesale businesses to meet the ever-growing demand for secondhand products. This white paper explores strategies for building and nurturing partnerships with various suppliers, including thrift stores, consolidators, […]

Trends in Secondhand Goods: Analyzing Current Trends in the Secondhand Market

Secondhand Market Analysis

Executive Summary The secondhand market has seen significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing consumer awareness of sustainability, economic considerations, and changing fashion preferences. This white paper aims to analyze current trends in the secondhand goods market, focusing on popular items, seasonal demand, and consumer preferences. By understanding these trends, thrift stores and suppliers […]

Economic and Environmental Benefits of Secondhand Clothing Markets

Economic and Environmental Benefits of Secondhand Clothing Markets The global fashion industry is a major contributor to pollution and waste, with 10% of the world’s pollution originating from textile production. As environmental concerns intensify, the secondhand clothing market is emerging as a sustainable alternative that offers significant economic and environmental benefits. The Rise of Secondhand […]

Rag News – Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best in the Secondhand Market?

Uncover the Best-Selling Trends in the Secondhand Market: Vintage or Modern?   With the market expected to soar from US$ 43.49 billion in 2024 to a staggering US$ 125.18 billion by 2034, there’s never been a better time to explore the exciting opportunities within this sector. Our featured blog post, “Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best […]

Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best in the Secondhand Market?

The secondhand apparel market is booming, with an estimated value of US$ 43.49 billion in 2024 and projected to reach US$ 125.18 billion by 2034. This growth is driven by the rising awareness of the financial, social, and environmental benefits of thrift shopping. As the fashion industry evolves, the debate between vintage and modern secondhand […]

Whispers in the Market: Could Argentina Soon Welcome Second-Hand Clothing Imports?

Argentina finds itself at a critical juncture under the leadership of President Milei, who rode into power promising seismic shifts across economic, social, and political landscapes. However, the new administration faces daunting hurdles, including minority representation in legislative chambers and a myriad of economic challenges such as fiscal deficits, staggering inflation rates, and widespread poverty. […]

Discover the buying and selling of Bric-Brac through Bank & Vogue

At Bank & Vogue, we take pride in offering a diverse selection of Bric-a-Brac, which includes a wide range of fascinating items such as dishes, kitchenware, vases, knickknacks, collectibles, jewelry, glassware, and small home décor items. Packing is done in either gaylords or boxes, depending on the quantity and weight. For gaylords, a 1×40′ High […]

SMART: Reflecting on Steven’s Keynote speech

Last Month, our founder, Steven Bethell, had the honour to be this year’s keynote speaker for the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) Summit in Dubai. Steven spoke about the Threats, Opportunities and Responsibilities of our Industry. One of the biggest Opportunities is what the future holds for our businesses, and the incredible opportunities we […]

Converse Renew Upcycled Shirts

A series of converse low top and high top shoes

  As the pressure for retailers to adopt more circular practices increases, 2022 has seen even more companies and governments set goals to become carbon neutral in the years to come. There are many different ways to transition into a circular economy, as demonstrated in the popular phrase ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’. Remanufacturing has become one […]