Kardashian Kloset is helping to overcome the perception that second-hand is second best. By offering up items directly from the wardrobes of the famous family, it's exemplifying how luxury resale platforms allow fashionistas to scoop up rare and usually inaccessible apparel.

Second-hand bargain-hunting is thriving as Americans browse thrift stores and resale sites for sustainable fashion and rare finds. But are they willing to splash out on pre-loved luxury? Canvas8 spoke to 20 people nationwide to understand why they would or wouldn’t buy high-end hand-me-downs.

As the value of the luxury resale market climbs ever higher, second-hand shoppers are getting savvier. Luxury handbag resaler Rebag is making it easy to check the value of luxury bags, prioritising seamlessness and transparency within the circular economy to gain trust and loyalty.

The joy of popping tags from box-fresh products is diminishing slightly as people show a greater appreciation for second-hand treasures. Increasingly conscious of the ethical and environmental impact of their purchases, many shoppers are embracing pre-loved goods and rental services to experience high-quality trappings in a more sustainable manner.