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The World of Graded Goods: Understanding Second-Hand Clothing Grading

In the ever-evolving world of sustainable fashion, second-hand clothing has found its spotlight, and within this niche, a fascinating system has emerged – the world of graded goods.  This intricate process involves the sorting, categorizing, and grading of used garments, creating a structured framework that guides buyers and sellers through the realm of pre-loved fashion. […]

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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

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Antique Bric-à-Brac items including pots, silverware, and mugs

The World of Bric-à-Brac: A Treasure Trove of Sustainability

Bric-à-brac, the eclectic world of knick-knacks and vintage oddities, is a global phenomenon.  From developed nations to those still emerging, the allure of these unique trinkets transcends borders.  However, the journey of bric-à-brac across the world is not without its challenges, and in this blog, we will explore its popularity, its influence on the circular

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Used Toys & The Circular Economy – How Pre-Loved Toys Help Us Save Money & The Environment

The wholesale used toy market is crucial in helping develop a more sustainable and circular economy. The toy industry uses a whopping 40 tons of plastic for every $1 million in revenue and is the most plastic-intensive industry in the world. Not only are many high-profile toys like Barbies and GI-Joes mainly plastic, but their

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Global Wholesale Used Clothing Statistics & Information For 2024

With the global apparel market being worth 1.53 trillion US dollars last year, the secondhand apparel market currently valued at approximately 211 billion US dollars, and the global wholesale market being valued at 45 billion US dollars you might be wondering how the global wholesale clothing market is changing, especially when it comes to used

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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

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The second life of Used Clothing during COVID-19 Pandemic

How Bank & Vogue Supported The Community During The Pandemic This pandemic has brought multiple global problems, one of them being the shortage of face masks worldwide. The need for face masks grows every single day, since the increase of Covid-19 cases around the world. There are many ways to use second-hand textiles, other than

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