The charity organizations we rely on are overwhelmed by donated clothes. Two words explain why this happens: overconsumption and oversupply.

Fast fashion is defined as the quick turnover of fashion trends, leading to companies consistently releasing new lines of affordable mass-produced clothing. Some young islanders say they are choosing ...

December is fast approaching, and for many of us, that means having a clear out and getting our homes ready for Christmas. If anything you no longer want or use is in good condition, you might want to ...

The pandemic allowed us to get into the guts of our wardrobes and rediscover garments from a bygone era (aka pre-2020). But two years spent more or less indoors has changed everything from our ...

Gen Z shoppers are sharing their top tips for finding designer brands in charity shops - and it requires a lot of focus ...

A personal stylist has given her say on the three main rules to follow if one decides to buy some clothes from a charity shop ...

One of the greatest lessons ever imparted to me when, penniless, I moved to the UK from Ireland, was a detailed how-to on making the most of charity shops. Since then, I've picked up a slew of tricks ...

It can be incredibly satisfying, having a proper clear-out, especially when you know that lots of the stuff you no longer want or need could go to a charity shop. But not all donations are equal, and ...

It may be time to clear out some of your unwanted items, but the charity shop also doesn't want some of them, and the reasons why may come as a surprise ...