The resale market for streetwear has expanded from niche online communities to form a sizeable part of the $18 billion apparel resale industry. But who are the key players in this world? And what drives people to spend small fortunes to secure particular sneakers, t-shirts and hoodies?

Anyone can buy an expensive new jacket or tea set from a luxury boutique (given enough funds in their bank account), but only a discerning shopper can pluck a gem from a charity shop. Canvas8 spoke to Shelly Steward to understand how thrift stores can provide people with valuable cultural capital.

The line between social networks and e-commerce is blurring, making room for platforms like Poshmark to attract users who have a passion for fashion but who also crave authentic, personal shopping experiences. How has this app captivated an audience of wannabe Gen Z entrepreneurs?

It's a hard time for brick-and-mortar stores as online shopping becomes the norm for many people. But thrift shops in the US are thriving, reinventing themselves by embracing a hybrid business model that's centred around social media storytelling and taking their show on the road.