September fashion is usually about newness, so second-hand September serves as the antithesis of overconsumption and a celebration of pre-existing styles and circularity. If you’re not familiar with Second Hand September, it’s an incentive coined by Oxfam to encourage shoppers to make second-hand purchases for the month. As a fashion writer, it’s a wonderful opportunity to champion the businesses I admire – those making the second-hand shopping experience more attainable.
I’ve enjoyed thrifting since I was a teen but the second-hand shopping experience has become much more sophisticated than it was then. In addition to the usual e-commerce suspects, a new wave of consignment stores has graced the market – making vintage shopping more pleasant and efficient.
Keep reading to see and shop some inspiring pieces for the months ahead, including some picks for second-hand September. If you’re new to thrift shopping you’ll be impressed with the unique offerings. From the lessened environmental impact to the thrill of finding one-off pieces and the sentiment of vintage, there’s something meaningful about shopping in a more considered way.
