Recommerce in fashion – a snapshot from a European perspective

28th July,2023 Download

Whether you call it ‘vintage’, ‘pre-loved’ or ‘resale, recommerce is becoming big business for Europe’s fashion brands and retailers.

Recommerce offers an opportunity to mitigate the extensive environmental footprint and overconsumption in the fashion industry. And it is forecast to grow rapidly, thanks to a combination of strong consumer demand and regulatory incentives. Our snapshot from a European perspective distils the key numbers, business models and benefits into a quick read.

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