'Massive growth' of second-hand fashion apps in Australia
"I think a lot of us are guilty of overconsumption, whether that is for new or second-hand clothes."It can be easy to purchase things that are ultimately unwanted, Mr Gilliland said."Like it comes two weeks later and you're like, 'Oh, I should have waited on that'. The fraught debate over puberty blockersTopic:HealthPower prices are finally falling. This is whyTopic:AnalysisRelated topicsAustraliaFashionRetail IndustryTop StoriesHorse meat has been sold as minced beef or lamb in Australia, documents show Topic:Food SafetyLifesaving or experimental?
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Second-hand clothing apps propelling Australia into 'global fashion conversation'MBy Millie Robertstriple j HackTopic:FashionPosted Tue 28 Jul 2026 at 4:56amTue 28 Jul 2026 at 4:56amTue 28 Jul 2026 at 4:56amResale clothing apps are seeing "massive growth" in Australia, one seller says. (ABC News: Marcus Stimson)In short:Australia has become a "fast-growing" market for second-hand clothing apps, particularly among gen Zs.Depop has recently undergone a handful of changes, around the same time its competitor Vinted launched Down Under.As the industry expands, some question whether it will do more harm than good.
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