If you’re getting bored of the same old style and the same old clothes, but don’t have the budget to jazz it up, then here are a few ways to update your wardrobe on a budget.
Depop
Depop is what I like to describe as ‘the charity shop rummage of the app world’.
It’s an app full of the most delicious, vintage finds, at charity shop prices (mostly!). With the added bonus that you can sort by your sizes before you start searching, so you aren’t left disappointed.
This app runs similarly to websites like Etsy, in that you’re purchasing from separate sellers, but can use your one basket.
Facebook Marketplace
Now, sometimes it can be a little hit and miss with marketplace. There is a lot of junk on there to sort through at times, but every now and again you can grab an absolute bargain!!
The bonus of marketplace is that things are in your local area, so if you can drive you’ll save on postage too!
Vinted
Vinted is very much like a less quirky Depop.
It still has amazing, second hand finds for sale, just without the edgy presentation.
Ebay
Ebay made a few changes recently that frustrated sellers, but it doesn’t change the fact that it’s still one of the best places to go for a bargain.
Whether you opt for bidding on an auction or buy it now, you’re sure to score something for cheap!
You do have to be able to move quickly on the auctions you really want though, because the competition level on them these days is WILD!
If you’re ever looking to part with your own clothes via Ebay, there are some fantastic tips over on the EbayUKReseller blog!
Charity Shops
I know that ‘real life’ shops have been somewhat off limits recently, but when the world is running as normal, charity shops are the ultimate place to be for a mega bargain and vintage finds!
Go prepared for a rummage! (That’s part of the fun!)
Car Boot Sale
Sunday morning Car Boot sale?! You know, the one your parents would drag you out of bed on the weekend for. Deep down we all loved coming home with our pocket money bargain, piece of rubbish toy, and the pride continues now into adulthood as we find our style bargains!
Again this can sometimes take a rummage, or buying a bundle for one item (but making sure to re-sell the rest and maybe make a little extra cash, huh?!), but there’s nothing better than a unique find that no one else has!
And of course there’s the added bonus when you buy used… You’re saving tons and tons of clothes from ending up in landfill each year.
Fast fashion accounts for a huge amount of the world’s carbon emissions, so buying second hand you’re also doing your bit for the Earth!
Saving money. Finding unique ‘new to you’ clothes AND helping the Earth… Bonus.
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