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Guardian Fashion • Jan. 16, 2026, 8:54 a.m.
Hunt, scroll, strike gold: the best clothes and accessories to buy secondhand – and where to find them
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From vintage suede to discount designer heels, these wardrobe staples are often better preloved • From beeswax to baby wipes: how to make your leather last a lifetime What’s not to love about secondhand shopping? You get one-off pieces while making an environmentally conscious fashion choice.
From party dresses to jeans, some pieces are even better – and much more affordable – vintage. A well-made, brand-new leather jacket could set you back anywhere between £150 and £700, but you could pick up a secondhand one for £50 or less.
But it can be daunting when you first start. Knowing what you’re looking for and where you can find it is key.
From party dresses to jeans, some pieces are even better – and much more affordable – vintage. A well-made, brand-new leather jacket could set you back anywhere between £150 and £700, but you could pick up a secondhand one for £50 or less.
But it can be daunting when you first start. Knowing what you’re looking for and where you can find it is key.
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