Vintage menswear has firmly entered the luxury category as second-hand clothes are increasingly seen as covetable, rather than second-best. Unique pre-loved clothes give men the ability to 'self-create', fulfilling a growing desire for individual, highly personalized wardrobes.

Price is often highlighted as the main driver behind fashion choices. In spite of people’s desire to shop eco-friendly, there’s a high barrier to entry for most ethical brands. Is fashion resale a way to ensure greater eco access, or is the second-hand market causing more problems than it solves?

Spurred on by TikTok’s ‘thrift-flipping’ challenge, fashion fans are tapping into their creative side and taking a DIY approach to their clothing. They’re customising and updating their second-hand duds and sharing the results online, creating room for brands to get involved in the hands-on trend.

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.