Hello quettas! Another one! (In DJ Khalid's voice) I've missed you, please, I do appreciate comments on the post, so I'd know what you think.
Back to today's post! Thrift shopping is beginning to gain grounds, so alot of us are not ashamed like we used to back in days like I was, in fact I can scream now and say thrift shopping is BAE! (Forget I said that). If you're still wondering what thrift shopping means, then I'll save you the stress: in short, thrift shopping simply means buying fairly-used(not worn-out) goods(fashion accesories in this context) without breaking the bank. Let's break the ice, in Benin city, you don't get to see fancy shops, but there's a section for that in big markets where it's called okrika, you get the gist right?
Now, not everybody can pull a $10 look, but you can slay on a way cheaper budget, thanks to thrift shopping.
Nigerians are very superstitious, precisely those in Benin city so there's probably a thousand myths that's discouraging. I featured my favourite online thrift store(@shop_retagit) to put this post together, and to give you some tips for your next visit.
Thrift shopping myths
Back to today's post! Thrift shopping is beginning to gain grounds, so alot of us are not ashamed like we used to back in days like I was, in fact I can scream now and say thrift shopping is BAE! (Forget I said that). If you're still wondering what thrift shopping means, then I'll save you the stress: in short, thrift shopping simply means buying fairly-used(not worn-out) goods(fashion accesories in this context) without breaking the bank. Let's break the ice, in Benin city, you don't get to see fancy shops, but there's a section for that in big markets where it's called okrika, you get the gist right?
Now, not everybody can pull a $10 look, but you can slay on a way cheaper budget, thanks to thrift shopping.
Nigerians are very superstitious, precisely those in Benin city so there's probably a thousand myths that's discouraging. I featured my favourite online thrift store(@shop_retagit) to put this post together, and to give you some tips for your next visit.
Thrift shopping myths
You could get cancer - first of, I've never heard, or seen it happen, but there's a possibility assuming they are not properly screened(I mean, anything can happen right?). But hey! There's always a way around it. Always wash immediately after purchase and soak overnight in hot water, just for prevention.
Thrift shopping is for poor people - I actually consider this a hate speech *lol* you are not buying fake goods, they're just fairly used, also thrift shopping is a great way to SAVE n SLAY for those on a budget (like me),
Since it fairly used, they are all worn-out - Very FALSE! Not all of them are, I think this actually depends on the shopper because, you see what you buy, and nobody is pressurizing you to buy except you are shopping from a bend-down-select. So in actual sense, you get to buy quality goods (that's the essence), and also be loyal to that store that gives u quality for your money.
Thrift shopping tips
Know your body type, there are different body shape(hourglass, square,triangle, etc). Knowing your body type helps to shop better for the right clothes and accessories. Would like to know your body type and how to style it? Find it here .
Know your body size, this is important as no one like a sloppy, non fitting cloth, you could figure this out by simply checking the label on your favourite cloth that fits you well.
You can find more tips on how to shop at a thrift store by @t2pitchy Here
Thrift stores in Benin city
New market(along second-east circular road, modern market(in new-benin market, last floor) and, peace line(oba market)
Like I said earlier, they are located in open markets, but they sell quality thrifts.
Favourite online thrift store
@shop_retagit, recommended because she's credible.
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