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How to shop sustainably: In conversation with Beg, Steal & Borrow

How to shop sustainably: In conversation with Beg, Steal & Borrow

I went along to the new Withington branch of Beg, Steal & Borrow to learn about their new approach to sustainable clothes shopping

Accounting for Style #12 – Second Hand Retail Therapy

Accounting for Style #12 – Second Hand Retail Therapy

A second year student who loves second hand shopping and relies on retail therapy records her spending for the month

Now that charity shops are open again, will we still be buying from second-hand apps?

Now that charity shops are open again, will we still be buying from second-hand apps?

Rhiannon Ingle discusses the re-opening of charity shops and the possible effects this will have on online second-hand shopping

Accounting for Style #5: good with money & charity shop devotee

Accounting for Style #5: good with money & charity shop devotee

A third year Chemistry student, who is enviably on top of their budgeting game, tracks their spending on fashion and beauty over the course of a month

In conversation with the president of UoM’s first ever Thrifting Society

In conversation with the president of UoM’s first ever Thrifting Society

Fashion editor Alice Porter, chats to the founder of UoM’s brand new Thrifting Society, Millie Nettleton

Falling out of favour with fast fashion

Falling out of favour with fast fashion

Students often rely on fast fashion companies for stylish and affordable clothes, but more environmentally friendly solutions are available.

Mancunion shopping guide

Unsure where to explore beyond Piccadilly Gardens? Kassi Allcock’s shopping guide reveals all of Manchester’s shopping extravaganzas