Buying guides
Practical advice for finding, checking and buying second-hand items with confidence — from vintage fashion to household furniture.
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Buying guidesHow to spot genuine vintage clothing before you buyTrue vintage rewards a careful eye. Here is how to read labels, seams and fabrics so you can tell the real thing from a modern reproduction.Harriet Cole · 1 min read
Buying guidesA beginner's guide to buying second-hand furniture onlineBuying preloved furniture can save money and spare a well-made piece from landfill. Here is how to judge condition and arrange collection without nasty surprises.Marcus Reid · 1 min read