La Promesa Paris, Le Tre Sarte, and Lokomotive OOO are under-the-radar brands that are creating stylish clothing with soul.

Nysa sported a chic grey top with denim shorts, exuding casual elegance. Aarav looked dapper in a black t-shirt and jeans, casually holding a glass in one hand while placing the other arm around Orry.

Kenya has claimed the title of Africa’s largest importer of second-hand clothing, overtaking Nigeria and other top importers in the continent. Second-hand clothes market in Gikomba in Nairobi, Kenya.

In 2023, Ghana ranked as the second-largest importer of second-hand clothes, with imports valued at Sh30.4 billion. South Africa followed at Sh29.4 billion, with Uganda at Sh27.2 billion, and ...

Not all materials are created equal, especially when it comes to washing. Here’s how to hand wash clothes or use a machine to extend the life of your garments. When your wardrobe has a gap, replacing ...

Having an eye for designer stuff makes some difference. Second-hand clothes are a source of livelihood for many. According to “Job Creation in Africa’s Second-hand Clothing Sector”, a study ...

Muskan Verma | Mar 28, 2025, 12:06 PM IST 1.Outfit by Picchika Sara glowed in a dull ivory pure silk kurta featuring hand-painted red floral artwork. The full-flared silhouette and soft color palette ...

Kenya is now the biggest importer of second-hand clothes in Africa, giving the country the dubious distinction of being an easy dumping ground for used apparel while it struggles to revive its ...

Just like the word “fashion,” “vintage” encompasses a lot. It’s loosely interpreted as clothing and accessories created 20 or more years ago. And to earn the label of antique ...

The 14% increase was five times that of the broader retail clothing market. Meanwhile, tariffs and other Trump administration policies could push the sector higher, as 59% of consumers said they would ...