Rag News – Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best in the Secondhand Market?
Uncover the Best-Selling Trends in the Secondhand Market: Vintage or Modern? With the market expected to soar from US$ 43.49 billion in 2024 to a staggering US$ 125.18 billion by 2034, there’s never been a better time to explore the exciting opportunities within this sector. Our featured blog post, “Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best […]
Vintage vs. Modern: What Sells Best in the Secondhand Market?
The secondhand apparel market is booming, with an estimated value of US$ 43.49 billion in 2024 and projected to reach US$ 125.18 billion by 2034. This growth is driven by the rising awareness of the financial, social, and environmental benefits of thrift shopping. As the fashion industry evolves, the debate between vintage and modern secondhand […]
Whispers in the Market: Could Argentina Soon Welcome Second-Hand Clothing Imports?
Argentina finds itself at a critical juncture under the leadership of President Milei, who rode into power promising seismic shifts across economic, social, and political landscapes. However, the new administration faces daunting hurdles, including minority representation in legislative chambers and a myriad of economic challenges such as fiscal deficits, staggering inflation rates, and widespread poverty. […]
Breaking News: Bank and Vogue Offers Full Containers of Second-Hand Pet Goods at Unbeatable Prices!
We are thrilled to announce that Bank and Vogue has yet again revolutionized the industry by becoming the first company to offer full containers of second-hand pet goods! Yes, you heard it right. Now, you can get your hands on high-quality pet clothing and other pet goods in bulk, right here in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. […]
Discover the buying and selling of Bric-Brac through Bank & Vogue
At Bank & Vogue, we take pride in offering a diverse selection of Bric-a-Brac, which includes a wide range of fascinating items such as dishes, kitchenware, vases, knickknacks, collectibles, jewelry, glassware, and small home décor items. Packing is done in either gaylords or boxes, depending on the quantity and weight. For gaylords, a 1×40′ High […]
SMART: Reflecting on Steven’s Keynote speech
Last Month, our founder, Steven Bethell, had the honour to be this year’s keynote speaker for the Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles Association (SMART) Summit in Dubai. Steven spoke about the Threats, Opportunities and Responsibilities of our Industry. One of the biggest Opportunities is what the future holds for our businesses, and the incredible opportunities we […]
Converse Renew Upcycled Shirts
As the pressure for retailers to adopt more circular practices increases, 2022 has seen even more companies and governments set goals to become carbon neutral in the years to come. There are many different ways to transition into a circular economy, as demonstrated in the popular phrase ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’. Remanufacturing has become one […]
History of Polar Fleece
Polar Fleece was a winter staple renowned for its high-performance; with optimal thermal and moisture-wicking capabilities, Polar Fleece was infamous for maintaining a super-lightweight and soft feel, unlike fabrics such as chinchilla and wool. In recent years, the material has largely fallen out of rotation due to innovation in Fleece fabrics and concerns over its […]
Bank & Vogue hosts biggest ever Latin America Secondhand Textiles Summit
As one of the largest global secondhand brokers, Bank & Vogue have partnered with MegaPaca to bring key stakeholders of the circular economy together to look to the future of the secondhand industry in the region for a unique summit in Antigua, Guatemala. Inviting leading recycling businesses from across Central and South America, the two […]
Rag News: November 2021
The Continual Rise of Thrift Shopping! The rise of thrift shopping has been a newness for the past few years, with an increase in demand that Generation Z is leading. The secondhand market has had a huge boom in the past few years, currently it is projected to hit 36 billion dollars. This however […]
