{The Lutheran Ladies’ Lounge} Rachel’s Big Question: Should I Thrift?

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As inflation continues to rise, the economy continues to struggle, and family budgets continue to tighten, Rachel’s asking a big question that’s no doubt on many minds:

Should I thrift?

A veteran thrift-store shopper herself, Rachel surveys the current landscape of brick-and-mortar thrift stores and breaks down the economic, environmental, ethical, and fashion implications of buying second-hand clothing. She then offers “pro tips for happy thrifting” and advice for Lutheran women and church groups for how to help “fix the thrifting system.”

Resources referenced in this episode include:

Thrifting Statistics (2026): Industry Size, Revenue & Growth Rate

2026 Thrift Store Price Trends: What Shoppers Should Know – ToniOnThrifting