Do you like thrifting? Why/why not?

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zeitgeist057 · Accepted Answer

I haven't been in a long time, because I now live on my yacht and space is at a premium. I actually got rid of a lot of clothes, and a large portion of them were thrift shoppe finds over the years. Something like:
Hats x 20-30, Shirts x ~40, Pants and shorts x ~20. I also slimmed my tie collection down from around 40 to closer to 12. Got rid of a half a dozen suits and more than half my vests. I kept about 6 scarves, got rid of about 20-25. So many clothes and I still feel like I have a lot. Footwear: ditched at least 15 pair. I still have over 10 pair.

Thrift shoppes are great and I don't subscribe to the issues people have with "wearing something someone else has worn", it has no logic. Washing things removes dirt and particles like that. It makes about as much sense as refusing to eat at a restaurant because you don't want to use a fork or spoon that was in someone else's mouth. Haha ha I can just imagine now someone who won't wear thrift shoppe clothes reading that and realizing all the tongues of other people that have been on silverware in their mouths and now will never be able to go out to eat again (unless it's disposable cutlery).

Anyway, I am all about thrift clothes. I have a few things I typically buy new:

Trainers and hiking boots/shoes, socks, underwear, polypropelene workout shirts, sunglasses, gloves.

jamesgoldman · Accepted Answer

Yeah I've bought a good volume of stuff and made good money from thrifting

I've bought
Scrapable brass, silver and gold (untold brass, 200 g of silver and close to an ounce of gold)
Both of my leather jackets
Silk ties
Books, some many books
Plenty of furniture
A shotgun case
My crystal cigar ashtray
Assorted games and boxsets for trade fodder
A Nintendo Wii

Kayla45 · Accepted Answer

I absolutely love thrift shopping! I've found some very beautiful clothes while doing so, acquiring them for much cheaper than what they would have normally cost at retail. :) It's fun, kinda like a treasure hunt!

DizzyDesii · Accepted Answer

No it just feels dirty in thrift stores. But if i hear they’re selling some old cd albums, i’ll check that out although i’ll likely keep germexing my hands

Adventurer23 · Answer

I do, because you never know what you're going to find. I don't like clothes shopping, but something about the thrill of the hunt makes it a little more fun. The prices are good, with a little searching you can find good styles, and it's also better for the environment because you're not having to buy new clothes. What's not to like? With that said, I haven't done it for a long time, mostly because there aren't any good thrifts around my area anymore.

ObscuredBeyond · Answer

I'll consider it at times, casually. But I don't make it a way of life. The most common thing I spend money on is food and beverage. If a good bargain comes my way, I'll consider it. But I don't usually panic if necessity requires me to spend a few dollars more.

TipsyFr · Answer

I used to go often when I was younger. I would look for a few specific and would post them straight on eBay when I got home. Now sometimes I need a few very specific things, I go to the big one near me and usually manage to buy 400 or 500 euros worth of stuff for less than 50 euros

exitseven · Answer

There is a swap shop at the local dump where you can get some really good free stuff. I try to get there early before all the good stuff is gone. Sometimes I find something that I can use to build something else.

dragoblack · Answer

Affordability, finding manual powered tools, and high quality stuff for 98% off its origonal price. Its why i shop thrift stores in the rich side of town. Its how i got my faux-fur lined suede leather jacket that only needed a few stiches sewn, that i got for $15

abc3643 · Answer

There used to be a user here, @SaraSmithishere, who, with her mother, did a lot of thrifting and then turned it around to make a considerable profit. Sadly, she disappeared 13 months ago. I do miss her greatly.

MementoMori_ · Answer

Nothin' says yummy like buying someone's used underwear.

lightbulb27 · Answer

find cheap clothes that fit without much hassle. it's a winner. Like if I need junk clothes to do outside work, it's so easy and cheap.

MrPickles13 · Answer

I don't honestly. The idea of wearing clothing that belongs to others really frekas me out. I know they get washed but still. Honestly I don't even like the thought of people wearing clothes when getting rid of old stuff.

Sonorous · Answer

Yeah if the place is big enough. For me to not have to constantly step aside for people to pass by me.

BoopBoopBeep · Answer

I generally don't have room for random extra trinkets of no sentimental value.

spartan55 · Answer

I will hit Goodwill a few times a year for work clothes, but that's about it.

Sparkie460 · Answer

I like going to thrift stores and yard sales sometimes. You can find some amazing deals at these types of places

the_sinner · Answer

I was raised not to be a thrifter but as an adult I love the option of thrifting even if I don’t necessarily buy something in the end. I like the idea of buying something for cheap and use the exact same features even though it’s not brand new.

worldscolide · Answer

Depends on what im looking for. I do both though i thrift some and i donate a hell of a lot.

Pete671 · Answer

Yes it's my hobby, every penny saved is a little victory,,,

Andres77 · Answer

Only if I’m looking for something in particular.

Jerre · Answer

No, I am not a thrifter. I buy most things from Amazon.

LivingExample · Answer

Yes, people can find some good stuff if you do to the upscale ones!

RavVid · Answer

Nah. Nothing against it but I only buy clothes when the old ones have too many holes for my low standards.

Unknownuser38282 · Answer

Well I don't like wearing others personals even if it's washed so I don't like thrifting

collie22 · Answer

I do thrift , I like shirts

Grond21 · Answer

Not really. It's too much of a headache for me

Z1pTD · Answer

Yeah clothes get hella cheap

violetsareviolet · Answer

I've never gone thrifting before actually

BarryLiverstone · Answer

I’m not much of a shopper

Fuentes · Answer

Lol nah I would never by someone else junk

Ava1993 · Answer

Yes especially for something to wear to the beach.

justabuddy · Answer

I try not to spend money.

TallAnon · Answer

Never done it

msc545 · Answer

no...

Sugarberry37 · Answer

Of course

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