Thrifting is quite possibly the most rewarding shopping experience due to its effect of simulating “treasure hunting,” and who doesn’t love finding hidden gems? buying and wearing used clothes have been stigmatized for years. Many people feared that secondhand clothes were dirty and carried diseases having not been appropriately cleaned by the stores. Additionally, those who were superstitious believed that the misfortunes and misdeeds of the previous owner would be passed on through the clothing.
Today, thrift shops attract shoppers from all financial backgrounds. The vintage craze in recent fashion and home decor has drawn popularity in thrift shops due to the wide selection of antique clothing that thrift stores offer. Fashion bloggers strive to set new clothing trends to avoid looking like everyone else. Thrift stores provide the perfect solution to developing one’s own unique style with one of a kind pieces at affordable prices. Many shoppers also find interest in thrifted items because they carry the story of the previous owner, and therefore have more character and life. Clothes whose only journey is from the manufacturer to the store lack this appeal. Shoppers are seeking more ways to express their individualism and flair.
Television shows like “Thrift Wars” and “Thrift Hunters” are loosening up people’s perceptions of thrifting and the idea of buying used clothes. People are swarming to thrift stores to hunt for clothes and furniture to upcycle into DIY projects. Many thrift stores donate a significant portion, or even all, of their proceeds to charities supporting both local and global causes. The “Out of the Closet” nonprofit chain of thrift stores, operated by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation, donates their revenue to provide medical assistance to patients with HIV/AIDS and offers free HIV testing in their stores. Other thrift stores such as “Community Thrift” support their neighborhood on a smaller scale.
“It’s the best job I ever had,” said one Community Thrift store manager. “We benefit over 200 local charities, so we’re really giving back to the community.” Thrift stores may be our best bet to save the environment. Resale is eco friendly and keeps clothes from filling up our landfills. By shopping at a resale store, you are supporting local business, donating to charities and saving Mother Nature, all while looking stylish.
The author main purpose is trying to give a different perspective to thrift shops and how past views of shopping at a thrift shop have been changed over time and how tv shows have helped influence this idea. the source was i believe an opinion from a unknown thrift shop. an improvement can be made by summarizing at the end and not just ending at the thrift shops managers opinion. one question i have is where is the source from?
ReplyDeleteThe main purpose of this blog is about the how thrifting used to get a bad rap about how "cheap" and low quality the products are. Joey talked about how thrifting is a great way to support local businesses and saving money. The author used her sources well by backing up her points to convey others that thrifting is a good thing. Her sources were used effectively because of how clear it was presented and how it flows well throughout the blog post. If you choose to revise his post, I would include your own personal experiences when shopping in thrift stores to give this more depth and personal perspectives in this.
ReplyDeleteHave you shopped or donated in your local thrift stores, back home?
The main purpose of this blog is to talk about how thrifting used to be seen as unhygienic whereas now it's considered trendy. The writer used her sources well because she backed up her claims by incorporating evidence into her arguments very effectively. This post would be more effective if she added her own personal experiences and opinions. How do you feel about thrift shopping?
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