"Consider where to shop: Vinted is good for a high-street steal, while Vestiaire Collective could get you discount designer (and it's great for shoes; see below). Don't overlook your local charity shop, either: some of my most satisfying secondhand buys have come from Oxfam or Crisis. We don't all have time to trawl through shops and sites, so here are some tips and tricks on the best pieces to buy vintage, how to shop for them, and what to avoid."
"Leather really can last a lifetime when cared for correctly, so a leather jacket whether a bomber or a biker is the perfect vintage grab. Secondhand leather has a lived-in look that brand new just can't replicate, even when manufacturers try to reproduce it through purposeful distressing. Shop in person, where possible, to get a sense of the quality, weight and feel of the jacket. Look for no-gos such as cracks, dehydration and musky odours (which often stick around with leather)."
Secondhand shopping offers unique, affordable, and environmentally conscious fashion choices, often yielding better and cheaper options than new items. Prices can vary widely; a well-made new leather jacket may cost £150–£700 while secondhand examples can be found for £50 or less. Vinted suits high-street bargains, Vestiaire Collective can supply discounted designer pieces and shoes, and local charity shops like Oxfam or Crisis can hide satisfying finds. Leather jackets are particularly good vintage buys when well cared for; inspect for cracks, dehydration, and musky odours, prefer full-grain or top-grain, and shop in person to assess quality, weight, and fit.
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