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The Return of Second-Hand Shopping
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- (A)Buying second-hand keeps these items in use longer and reduces the need to make new ones.
- (B)Instead of visiting one small shop after another, people can now use apps and websites to buy and sell.
- (C)A used jacket in good condition may cost less than half the price of a new one.
- (D)Some famous designers now sell their new collections online.
- (E)Used goods were often seen as something only people with little money would buy.
The Return of Second-Hand Shopping
Not long ago, many people felt embarrassed to wear clothes that someone else had owned. Today, however, second-hand shopping has become popular, especially among young people.
One reason is price. For students on a small budget, this means they can dress well without spending much.
Another reason is concern for the environment. Producing new clothing uses large amounts of water and energy, and much of it is thrown away after being worn only a few times. In this way, shoppers feel that they are doing something good for the planet as well as for their wallets.
The internet has also made second-hand shopping easier than ever. Sellers can post photos of items they no longer need, and buyers can search for exactly what they want from home. Still, buyers should ask questions and check items carefully, since online photos do not always tell the whole story.