October 2026

What happens to the clothes that charities can’t sell?

In this edition of the Re:Circulated video series, Steven Bethell, Co-Founder at Bank & Vogue, sits down with Charlotte Genge, sustainability expert and charity store advocate. They talk about the challenges faced by charity stores, trends in upcycled fashion, and the impact of the secondhand textile export trade in global markets. Quick summary Charity shops […]

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Different used books

How to Sell Used Books in Bulk to Wholesale Buyers in the US and Canada

  For businesses that collect or manage large quantities of used books, finding a wholesale buyer can help turn accumulated inventory into a new sales opportunity. Charities, collection organizations and other suppliers may have thousands of books available, but selling them individually is not always practical. The bulk used book market connects these suppliers with

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upcycled denim

Circular Economy in Action: How One Garment Can Create Multiple Revenue Streams

A garment does not necessarily lose its value after its first sale. Depending on its condition, material composition and market demand, it may be resold, repaired, redesigned or eventually processed for material recovery. Each option represents a different opportunity to keep resources in use while creating economic value. For businesses across the textile and secondhand

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