The business of fashion is not always (ok, rarely) environmentally friendly. Fast fashion is the second most polluting industry (after oil) with 2.1 billion tonnes of carbon emissions each year (4 percent of the world's total). Some 87 percent of the materials used to make clothing end up in landfills. That's one truckload every second. The fashion industry accounts for 20 percent of global wastewater and 35 percent of microplastics in the oceans.
And, for these reasons, we're out. Shopping at resale and consignment stores can ease the planet's burden. Yes, it takes patience to comb through the racks, but these shops make it fun and easy. And, you'll feel better about shopping for your fashion finds!
Whether you’re cutting back on clutter to shrink your carbon footprint or just love a great thrifted find, these shops are worth a visit this month for all your resale, thrift and consignment needs.
Uptown Cheapskate, located in Johns Creek, is your go-to local resale boutique. They offer a simple cash-for-clothes program where you can sell your gently used name-brand clothes or opt for store credit and receive an additional 25% on top of cash value. You’ll find a wide selection of trendy apparel and accessories at budget-friendly prices.
5900 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek
770.495.1515
Kid to Kid is your go-to resale shop for the best stylish clothes for, you guessed it, kids. Whether your little ones need clothing, shoes, or baby gear, or you have gently used items you’d like to sell, Kid to Kid is the perfect one-stop shop. Like Uptown Cheapskate, Kid to Kid offers a clothes-for-cash program or you can opt for store credit receiving an additional 20% on top of the cash value.
5900 State Bridge Rd, Ste B, Duluth
Park Avenue Thrift, located on Lawrenceville Highway, is often called the Southeast’s best thrift store. From fashionistas to busy moms, shoppers can find gently used, affordably priced treasures for the whole family. The store supports several local and national charities, including Hope for Domestic Violence and Nspire.
3870 Lawrenceville HWY, Lawrenceville
The store supports several local and national charities, including Hope for Domestic Violence and Nspire.