Secondhand fashion consumers exhibit fast fashion behaviors despite sustainability narratives

Abstract The fashion industry contributes 2–8% of global greenhouse gas emissions, driven by rising clothing consumption and the proliferation of fast fashion. Fast fashion accelerates environmental harm through rapid production cycles, low costs, and short garment lifespans. Secondhand clothing mar...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Meital Peleg Mizrachi, Ori Sharon
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2025-10-01
Subjects:	Sustainable fashion Second-Hand clothing Rebound effect Moral licensing Overconsumption.
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-19089-1

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