One thrift shopper was ecstatic to find a KitchenAid mixer in new condition at his local Goodwill for about 85% off the regular price.
“Found a beluga whale last week! KitchenAid mixer for $36!” they wrote excitedly on the subreddit r/ThriftStoreHauls. “It comes with 3 mixers, a shield, a bowl, and a manual/warranty card. I'm looking forward to making lots of bread and other fun things.”
Fellow savers congratulated them on their wonderful discovery.
“it is [heck] Of trading! What a great discovery! ” one person wrote.
“What a steal!” said another.
It's no secret that thrift shopping is the way to get the most bang for your buck, no matter what you're buying, whether it's home decor, kitchenware, or clothing. Thrifting enthusiasts regularly find both common items, everyday use items, and luxury items at his 99% off markdown from the original price. (And the really lucky ones may even find cash tucked away in their pockets or wallets, definitely turning a shopping trip into a profitable activity.)
Not only will you save a lot of money, but the quality of your items will generally improve as well. Vintage products are almost always better made than the mass-produced, cheaper products sold at big box stores.
Much of this is explained by the phenomenon of planned obsolescence. Planned obsolescence is when a company deliberately lowers the quality of its products so that customers need to replace them frequently to maintain high sales. Fortunately, one of the key ways to avoid planned obsolescence is to buy quality used products.
“my [KitchenAid] It's been around for decades! ” one Redditor retorted, to which the OP responded, “That’s crazy!”
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Whether you recycle a vintage sofa or a newly made t-shirt, breathing new life into your items will reduce the stress of pollution piling up in landfills and oceans around the world. With industries such as fast fashion generating 100 million tonnes of textile waste every year, this issue has never been more urgent.
Fortunately, more and more shoppers are turning to used items and enjoying higher quality rather than overpaying for cheaply made new items. According to a report from Statista, the used clothing market is expected to reach $84 billion by 2030, outpacing the fast fashion industry. It’s worth baking something special to celebrate!
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