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Tariffs Drive Shoppers to Secondhand Stores as Clothing Prices Soar
The imposition of steep tariffs on Chinese imports has triggered a noticeable change in consumer habits, particularly in the apparel sector. With the cost of imported clothing climbing, more consumers are now turning to secondhand and consignment shops for affordable and sustainable alternatives. As new clothing becomes less accessible due to price hikes, the secondhand retail market is benefiting from increased foot traffic and a surge in supply. Brittany Burton, co-owner of a co
Tariffs Drive Shoppers to Secondhand Stores as Clothing Prices Soar
The imposition of steep tariffs on Chinese imports has triggered a noticeable change in consumer habits, particularly in the apparel sector. With the cost of imported clothing climbing, more consumers are now turning to secondhand and consignment shops for affordable and sustainable alternatives. As new clothing becomes less accessible due to price hikes, the secondhand retail market is benefiting from increased foot traffic and a surge in supply. Brittany Burton, co-owner of a co







