Inspired by sashiko – the Japanese art of mending – crafters are using decorative stitches and patterns to fix up old clothing, turning the process of repairing into an aesthetic statement. The embroidery enables makers and their customers to express their support for sustainable fashion.

Selling cheaper copies of celebrity fashion with breakneck turnarounds in trends has transformed Boohoo from a market stall to a high-street powerhouse. And since it has diversified into menswear with BoohooMAN, it is helping to redefine how young men buy clothes.

Endless Instagram feeds mean people also want endless clothing options for when they upload their own posts. Fashion Nova has mastered the art of influencer marketing to become to go-to shopping destination for those wanting to look bad and boujee.

Urban Outfitters has launched Nuuly, a clothing subscription service that lets shoppers rent up to six branded or vintage items for $88 a month. As many people still want to keep up to date with trends – without fuelling throwaway fashion – there's a growing need for slower retail approaches.