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The demand for resale is huge. Why are online secondhand clothing platforms struggling?

by Amy Scott and Sarah Leeson
Oct 17, 2024
For clothing resale sites like Poshmark, ThreadUp or Depop, "it's really hard to overcome the math not working," says Amanda Mull of Bloomberg.
U.S. shoppers, especially those under 40, have an appetite for vintage and used clothing, yet online selling platforms haven't found a way to turn consistent profits.
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Not wearing those leggings? Many retail stores are expanding into resale

by Kristin Schwab
Apr 15, 2022
Sustainability and demand for apparel make reselling used clothes an attractive option for brands, including Lululemon and Target.
Lululemon is getting into the clothing resale game, and it's not alone.
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Secondhand clothing sales are growing during the pandemic

by Marielle Segarra
Jul 1, 2020
We took a tour of the distribution center for thredUP, the world's largest resale website.
Used items fill three-level racks in a thredUP distribution center. From here, items are packed and shipped to customers.
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