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It’s more than just a shirt

6 March 2026|

I recently went thrift shopping with a few friends and couldn’t help but notice how many articles of clothing from fast-fashion chains were popping up in the racks. Charity shops used to be stocked with branded sweaters and jeans from several decades ago – pieces of clothing that had stood the test of time. But behaviours are shifting; truthfully, they have been for a few years now. We are cycling through clothing faster than ever. Chain stores are capitalising on any trends they can

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