Clothing resale is no longer a marginal practice: it is now at the heart of the evolution of the fashion trade. By 2028, the second-hand market is set to overtake fast fashion according to ThredUp - a trend driven by a meteoric rise in digital resale platforms, from thrift shops 2.0 on Instagram to giants like Vinted, Depop and Poshmark. But selling used clothes online is not without its share of challenges: complex logistics, professional photography, transparency on the condition of items, returns management, customer loyalty... Not to mention the issues surrounding e-commerce's carbon footprint and the actual quality of the clothes put back into circulation. This panel explores the behind-the-scenes aspects of online resale and the transformations it is imposing on the fashion industry. How are Quebec platforms adapting to this new demand? What is the role of brands in this new ecosystem? What business models are emerging, and how can we guarantee sustainability, accessibility and profitability? The discussion will be followed by a networking session, to extend the exchanges between fashion professionals, resale players and responsible consumption enthusiasts.
The activity is free of charge, but places are limited, so please register using the registration link.
Tuesday, September 23, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
