Thrifting is gentrified, so clothing shoppers should think sustainability, industry voices say
Clothing affordability in East York is being questioned as price for clothes are on the rise.
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East-York thrifters thrive on cusp of sweater weather
With Halloween in the rear-view mirror and cooler temperatures coming, thrift shopping for a cosy sweater is an increasingly popular trend this time of year, one that has gained popularity since the early 2000s. The phrase “sweater…
Second-hand fashion’s popularity is booming: Here’s why
What does traditional retail lack that is causing a new generation of consumers to reinvent the shopping experience?
Value Village price increase draws backlash
What was once a cheaper alternative for buying necessities, mostly secondhand clothing, has slowly been rising in cost.
Thrift shopping is becoming a popular way to fight fast fashion
More Canadians have turned to second-hand shopping for clothing within the last couple years to battle fast fashion.
Streetwear on a budget: Toronto-based clothing line is making waves amid the pandemic
Babador Pourvakil is following in the footsteps of his idols, Kanye West and Jerry Lorenzo, through his start-up clothing brand, Ezra Pharaoh.
How Black Owned Toronto went from an online directory to a major mall retail store
Black Owned Toronto started as a platform to promote Black-owned businesses and is now making them even easier to find, all under one roof.
Fashion with a twist: Introducing U of Meg
Love thrift shopping? Check out ‘U of Meg’, the newest e-commerce brand for customized clothing to last a lifetime.
Toronto fashion broker discusses the rise of fashion films and the importance of fashion writing
As the spread of COVID-19 keeps people at home, fashion houses across the globe have been forced to cancel shows with live audiences. Recently, Chanel debuted their 2021 cruise wear line by releasing it online…
The Right Side boutique shows ethical fashions at show
Store owner Priya Rajan showcased ethical and socially conscious fashions at a fashion show on Sunday at The Right Side on Danforth Avenue.