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Our Circular Commitment Circular fashion isn’t just a trend - it’s a transformational movement reshaping how we source, sell, and value clothing. As resellers, we believe in doing more: delivering better product, better service, better results. But we also believe in purpose. By embracing circularity - through vintage sourcing, reselling, repair, recycling, and storytelling - we’re not only fueling profits; we’re activating impact. Here’s how the world is shifting, the data behind the opportunity, and why our commitment to circular vintage is the future of resale success. 1. The Environmental Case: Why Circular Fashion Matters Fast fashion is a planet killer. It produces around 8–10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, uses 93 billion m³ of water annually, and contributes to 20% of all industrial wastewater. A single fast-fashion t-shirt can require over 2,000 litres of water to produce. Globally, we consume over 80 billion garments every year, and 85% of those end up in landfills or incinerators - with less than 1% recycled. But vintage changes that. Reusing just 1 tonne of vintage clothing saves up to 8 tonnes of CO₂-equivalent emissions and 164 GJ of energy. Circular fashion cuts production emissions, eliminates textile waste, and protects our future. 2. The Economic Opportunity: Resale Is Heating Up $48.3 billion - Global second-hand apparel market (2025) $138.9 billion - Projected market value by 2035 (11.1% CAGR) $438.1 billion - Alternative forecast by 2032 (9.6% CAGR) 14% YoY Growth in US second-hand apparel in 2024 400% Global growth in resale reported by eBay Second-hand is scaling faster than traditional retail - and showing no signs of slowing. From Depop to Vinted, resellers are seizing the moment. 3. Consumer Momentum: Circular Values Are Mainstream Today’s shopper is different. Here’s what’s driving resale demand: Eco-conscious Gen Z & Millennials choose second-hand as a statement of sustainability. Economic pressure makes vintage an affordable, profitable alternative. Legislation is beginning to support circular businesses with tax breaks and incentives. Social media is reshaping second-hand into high-status fashion. 4. Lessons from Leading Vintage Blogs Top websites like Vintage Folk, Domno Vintage, and Branded in Butler reinforce these circular strategies: “Buy second-hand.” Domno urges readers to choose used over new. Tell the story. Vintage pieces carry history - highlight it in your product listings. Support repair & reuse. Extend a garment’s life through aftercare. Choose quality & timelessness. These are key to circular resale. 5. How We Embed Circularity Best Product Only high-demand vintage stock makes the cut. From 80s gems to 2000s Y2K icons, our bales are sorted and sealed, featuring brands like: Nike Carhartt Adidas Ralph Lauren Dickies Tommy Hilfiger Best Service 24-hour dispatch Optional wash & fold services - coming soon Dedicated reseller support Every step helps garments last longer and reach customers in resell-ready condition. Best Results We build predictable profit into every box. Our mission is simple: your success is our success. Our service and curation are designed to boost: Conversion rates Average order values Customer loyalty 6. Vintage Market Wins: Real Data Beyond Retro processes 4M items/week and recycles over 1.5M items annually. Vinted and eBay report massive growth in used fashion sales. ThredUp projects second-hand will outgrow fast fashion by 2x by 2029. This isn’t a trend - it’s a shift. 7. Story-Led Selling That Converts Vintage pieces have soul. Highlight it with: Era details: “90s Ohio State heavyweight crewneck” Material focus: “USA-made, 100% cotton, heavyweight sweatshirt” Care tips: How to wash, preserve and repair Circular message: “Reduce, reuse, resell” 8. Action Plan for Resellers Step What to Do Impact Curate Mindfully Pick durable, high-demand stock Fewer returns, longer lifecycle Tell the Story Use product copy to highlight heritage Boosts buyer confidence & conversions Offer Care Services Promote repairs & reworking Price premium + better reviews Educate Post blogs or content on circular fashion Drives SEO, builds trust Encourage Buybacks Offer discounts for return customers Repeat customers + circular loop 9. Major Brands Are Going Circular Ralph Lauren: Launching rental and resale pilots. Mud Jeans: Lease-a-jean, repair programs, closed-loop production. Vestiaire Collective: Banned fast fashion and re-homed 2.5M pieces. The big names are joining the movement - but vintage resellers like you are already leading it. 10. Our Brand Promise Is Built for Circular We aren’t just a supplier - we’re your circular partner. Here’s how we help you win: Sealed, curated stock to cut waste and maximise resale Care services that align with circular values Support that scales from first-time flippers to six-figure stores Start with the BEST. That’s what your business - and the planet - deserves. Final Thoughts Circular isn’t just the future of fashion - it’s the future of resale. Better for the planet: Lower emissions, less waste, less water use Better for consumers: Affordable, quality-driven, eco-conscious Better for business: Stronger ROI, repeat buyers, platform growth Thank you for trusting us as your partner. Together, we can honour the past, serve the present, and shape a profitable, sustainable future - one vintage item at a time.

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