The Thrifting Fad is Back

     The recent Great Recession that plagued the US caused most Americans to flock to methods of saving money. Some of the most popular methods of preserving income were auto repair shops, dollar stores and of course, thrift shops. Not surprisingly the quantity of resale stores (thrift, consignment and other secondhand establishments) has increased by seven percent within the past year.
     A very well-known secondhand store, Goodwill has over 2,700 establishments in 15 different countries since it's opening in 1902. Savers is another up and coming thrifting source that is expanding its presence by adding 20 new stores annually to its already existing 270 stores. 

Britt Beemer, founder and chairman of America's Research Group, says that "About 20% of people shop in thrift stores regularly, compared with about 14% in 2008."

     It's an obvious truth that people, especially teenagers, love to create their own trends. They want a style that's unique and all their own. They want to wear items that will receive compliments because a million other people in the world won't be wearing the same thing. Vintage is definitely a style that has resurfaced in a variety of social circles, particularly college campuses and high schools.
     Thrift shopping is an activity and/or lifestyle that will only rise in approval rates because of people's desire to reduce their spending in rough economic times. Soon there will be no embarrassment or shame associated with being a customer at these resale outlets. Instead people will feel proud and excited about buying these distinct, sturdy items at much lower prices.

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The Thrift Store: Not Just for Penny-Pinching Grandmas Anymore