thrift stores

Used goods retailers

Thrift stores are retail shops selling secondhand goods, typically clothing, housewares, and furniture, at low prices.

Many are run by charitable organizations like Goodwill or the Salvation Army.

Once associated mainly with necessity, thrift stores have gained popularity among bargain hunters and vintage enthusiasts: I found this jacket at a thrift store for five dollars.

Opposites
retail pricing and prestige

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Exclusive small retailers selling expensive goods

Neiman Marcus · Saks Fifth Avenue · upscale shopping · Harrods · upscale boutiques

merchandise condition

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Sellers granted official permission

Apple Store · showrooms

business model and purpose

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Ultra-cheap clothing retailer

H&M · Zara · big-box stores · Walmart · consumer culture

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Top 50,000
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