Thrifting has become a past time for many. It has hit the social media waves of TikTok and has a thriving community. Many people think of thrifting as a sustainable ethic. However, a problematic situation is arising—thrift over-consumption. Over-consumption is negative for several reasons.
Read More
Preloved often means that an item of clothing or accessory was owned by someone else prior to being bought by another. Corporations and individuals both can sell preloved items, and engage in preloved culture respectively. Preloved as a concept is not bound to the context of a store but rather is connected to the concept of selling items to another than you no longer need or have utilization for.
Read More
I felt low on fashion inspiration this past month. Post-holiday doldrums, continued political violence, and a wild work schedule — clothes felt unimportant. I decided to go back in time with the help of an old University of Maryland yearbook, picked up at Goodwill, of course! What style tips do the Terrapins of the Class of 1963 have for us from the past? Let’s find out…
Read More
Who doesn’t love a crisp white shirt? They can be dressed up with stilettos and a tulle skirt or dressed down with chucks and distressed jeans, based on the occasion. Additionally, finding the perfect white shirt can be quite the task, but Goodwill always comes through!
Read More
Often, people think that you have to spend a lot of money for quality shoes. From combat boots to loafers, this misconception exists. So while I last thrifted, I wanted to find some shoes that really spoke to my sole.
Read More