Rag News: Port Updates, New Laws & Circular Economy Tips for Wholesalers
Navigating the USEC Port Strike: Prepare Your Supply Chain The recent tentative agreement between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) has brought temporary relief to the USEC port strike—but the story isn’t over yet. With key issues still up for negotiation in January 2025, the risk of future disruptions […]
Rag News: Inside Bank & Vogue’s Annual Meeting + The Future of Recycled Fashion
Bank & Vogue Team Annual Meeting Last week, the Bank & Vogue team came together at our head office in Ottawa for our highly anticipated Annual Meeting. It was an inspiring event where we presented our goals for the upcoming year, aligning on strategies to drive both growth and sustainability throughout the organization. As a […]
Rag News – Boost Your Profits in the Secondhand Market!
Taking Inspiration From the Past to Create Denim for the Future The new Wrangler Reborn collection, created in collaboration with our sister company Beyond Retro, is a bold step towards a sustainable future. Launched last July 24th, this collection transforms diverted denim waste into timeless jackets, shirts, jeans, and shorts—crafted with no new cotton, no new […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Rag News: October 2021
A Sustainable Halloween! Halloween is the scariest season of the year, including the amount of waste created by it. October 31st is all about dressing up and partaking in festive and fun Halloween activities! That being said, it also comes with a massive waste once it’s over. A study revealed that more than 2,000 […]
Rag News: August 2021
Donate your Clothes! Donating clothing helps raise money for those in need, as well as aid in preventing unnecessary waste. There are many ways to donate clothing, but finding a place to donate your clothes can be challenging depending on your region. Logistics and time constraints are significant factors for clothing and other items […]
Rag News: July 2021
A circular economy in India Countries around the world have begun to implement a circular economy within their own economic systems. There is a huge potential for developing countries to adapt and implement policies that incentivize sustainable activities. For instance, it is arguable that India is naturally a circular economy, since they seem to […]
Rag News: June 2021
The second-hand market in Tunisia Tunisia’s second-hand industry is one of the largest markets in North Africa. For many Tunisians, it is common to head to the flea markets on a weekly basis. The markets, known as frippes, are full of hidden gems. People can find Prada shoes, Versace scarves; they are full of […]
