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SECOND-HAND GLOSSARY

LET'S NAVIGATE THROUGH THE THRIFTING JARGON!

Welcome to the 2nd-hand shopping lexicon!

Whether you're a seasoned thrifter or just starting your second-hand journey, you've probably noticed that thrifting has its own unique language. Our community has developed a rich vocabulary that can seem like secret code to outsiders. We've put together this glossary to help you navigate the wonderful world of thrifting, understand common terms you'll encounter, and feel like part of the thrifting family. Consider this your passport to becoming a fluent thrifter!

(B)NWT (New With Tag)

Boho / Boho chic

Charity Shop

Circular Economy

Cottagecore

Fast Fashion

Gift Aid

House clearance

NWOT (New WithOut Tag)

Pre-owned, Pre-loved

Sample Sale

Streetwear

Thrift Spree

Upcycling

Yard Sale

Antique

Bundle

Charity shop outlet

Clothes Swap

Deadstock

Flea market

Gorpcore

Kilo Sale

Normcore

Recycling

Second-hand Shopping

Swishing

Thrift store

Vintage

Bargain

Car boot sale

Charity superstore

Consignment Store

Estate sale

Garage Sale

Mid Century Modern

OOTD (Outfit Of The Day)

Retro

Slow fashion

TTS (True To Size)

Thrifting

Y2K fashion

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