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Five Reasons Why Vintage Is Better Than Buying New

Sometimes, something old is better than something new.

Zachary Kyle Winograd

Oct 05, 2019

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Five Reasons Why Vintage Is Better Than Buying New

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In recent years, thrift shopping for clothing has become popular amongst the masses. Originally something quirky hipsters did, consignment shopping has become the latest trend amongst fashionistas everywhere. With the popularity of websites such as TheRealReal and Poshmark, vintage clothing and accessories have become more accessible to those without a vintage shop near them. While some may see this as just another fad, this trend does have some positive benefits to society and the environment.

1. Thrifting cuts down on the waste produced by textile production.

Annually, consumers throw away an average of 70 pounds of clothes per year. Because of this, the fashion industry ends up generating 4% of the world's waste (92 million tons) which can become far more toxic than e-waste. Luckily, that's where thrift shopping for clothes comes in. When you shop consignment, you're supporting a circular economy where clothes can get a second chance at life rather than being thrown away. If we could thrift a little more maybe then we could cut down on the amount of waste produced by clothing!

2. Shopping at small vintage stores stimulates the local economy.

While I enjoy shopping on websites like TheRealReal and Etsy, there's just something special about buying from a local vintage/consignment shop. The people who own it are passionate about what they do and try to curate the best selection of vintage pieces for you to shop and try on. Sometimes, they even have some interesting stories to go along with the pieces that you are buying. By shopping at small, locally owned businesses you are also bringing money into the local market, which in turn, brings much-needed life into the local downtown scene. Search up some cool vintage stores near you and make a whole trip out of it.

3. You can bring unique pieces into your wardrobe.

Ever dreamed of owning something that no one else has? Well, now you can! When you shop vintage, you can find some really cool pieces that no one else has in their collection. Finding a great vintage piece has the power to change your entire wardrobe and even your mood. I know that whenever I wear my vintage Yves Saint Laurent blazer from the 80s, I feel like the most stylish person in the room (especially when I pair it with my vintage Hermes scarf and Celine bag).

4. Vintage clothing can be made into something new.

Sometimes, instead of buying fabric, designers will deconstruct vintage pieces and remake them into something totally different. This practice called "upcycling" has been around for ages, starting in the Victorian era (but don't quote me on that). Ladies would take old dresses (sometimes, dresses from the 1700s) and recreate them to fit into the fashion landscape at the time. It was a far less expensive way for ladies to get the latest fashions without having to spend copious amounts of money at the dressmaker to create a new dress. Upcycling can also be an excellent way to bring in some extra income if you become good at it or a great way to keep your wardrobe small and capsule-like.

5. It's just so friggin' cool.

Honestly, shopping vintage is just so cool. You can find the most excellent pieces just by chance, in the most obscure kinds of places. It's also a fun way to spend some time with friends or family. Wherever you are in the world, always be sure to search up a local vintage shop to sneak a peek at their collection. You'll never know what you might find in the biggest of cities or the smallest of towns.

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Five Reasons Why Vintage Is Better Than Buying New

Sometimes, something old is better than something new.

1. Thrifting cuts down on the waste produced by textile production.

2. Shopping at small vintage stores stimulates the local economy.

3. You can bring unique pieces into your wardrobe.

4. Vintage clothing can be made into something new.

5. It's just so friggin' cool.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

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Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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