“The way you shop, absolutely matters. Every time you resell something that already exists, you have done so much good for the environment.” Maggie Weber, Refashioned Hippie (@refashionedhippie), is a stay-at-home mom and author, who uses her social media platforms to displ...

“If you’re not afraid to get your hands dirty, there is money to be made EVERYWHERE!” Matt Bettencourt (@retrotoyenvy), also known as Retro Toy Envy, has been hustling and making money since middle school. He started his business in 2010 selling jewelry but slowly became ob...

“Thrifting is an experimentation, a journey. Sometimes you don’t get anything out of it, sometimes you get a treasure trove out of it.” Liam Connerly (@liamconnerly) holds a bachelor’s of science degree in biomechanics/kinesiology and a bachelor’s of arts in Latin language ...

“There is nothing that has more soul than an item that has had a past life.” Melissa Parks, affectionately known as Megillicutti in the vintage community, embarked on her journey as a vintage dealer at Randolph Street Market in Chicago, where her distinct selection and styl...

“Once you get the freedom of working for yourself, no one wants to go back to working in a cube.” Courtney Sharp (@courtjthrifts) started her business in early 2021 at 18 years old. Now 21, has two businesses and a very successful storefront. Navigating entrepreneurship as ...