In 2025, the French bought 65,400 tonnes of second-hand clothing, footwear and household linen, according to Refashion, the eco-organism of the textile sector. A 5% increase in volume, i.e. a faster development than the new sector. The second hand, however, accounts for only 7.2% of French consumption of textiles and footwear. - Second hand: sales increased by 5% in 2025 (Conso and trends).
In 2025, the French bought 65,400 tonnes of second-hand clothing, footwear and household linen, according to Refashion, the eco-organism of the textile sector. A 5% increase in volume, i.e. a faster development than the new sector. The second hand, however, accounts for only 7.2% of French consumption of textiles and footwear. - Second hand: sales increased by 5% in 2025 (Conso and trends).
Clothes, household linen and used shoes are taking more and more place in French closets, the second hand textile having increased by 5% in volume between 2024 and 2025, revealed on Wednesday Refashion.