'Proud of my choice': How second-hand clothing has became Australia's lifestyle trend

From environmental awareness, ethical shopping values to cost of living pressures, listen to what shop owner and secondhand enthusiast have to say about Australia's growing preloved market.

Secondhand clothing store in Melbourne. Credit: SBS Indonesian/Anne Parisianne

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'Proud of my choice': How second-hand clothing has became Australia's lifestyle trend

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Second-hand clothing has become a growing lifestyle trend across Australia.

According to Credence Research data, Australia's second-hand clothing market will grow from AUD 578 million in 2023 to AUD 1.6 million by 2032, maintaining an 11.88% compound annual growth rate from 2024 to 2032.

This shift highlights Australians' increasing environmental awareness and embracing responsible consumption habits. Rising cost of living pressures also drive some Australians toward this trend.

Alifa Putri (L) and Rima Sundusita. Credit: Supplied/Alifa Putri/Rima Sundusita

SBS Indonesian interviewed Sydney-based secondhand clothing shop owner, Alifa Putri, and Melbourne resident, Rima Sundusita, to capture their perspectives on this trend.

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