With the world in constant flux, people are using their possessions to ground themselves. However, as certain types of physical goods become less commonplace, many are reflecting on what’s still worth owning in a sharing-enabled world. The evolving nature of digital ownership means that people often feel lik...

Where once thrifting carried a social stigma, people are now embracing the joy of buying used clothes, and second-hand shopping is becoming big business. With its offering of high-quality goods and well-known brands, how is ThredUP changing our shopping habits – and the wider retail industry?

Fast fashion may satisfy a desire for frequent new lines, but the ethical cost is too steep for some. Offering a more sustainable alternative, Higher Studio allows fashionistas to rent out brand new high fashion items, helping them meet style expectations while staying true to their values.

While 78% of affluent shoppers in the Middle East like to keep up with the latest trends, that’s not always an option when it comes to couture. Designer-24 is giving people a more affordable option by letting them hire high-end fashion, aiming to change consumption habits in the process.

Second-hand fashion has dusted off any remaining mothballs, with online platforms, charity shops, and auction houses catering to frugal fashionistas. While the industry is often called out for fast-fashion waste, how can brands encourage timelessness? And can thrifted threads be luxury items?