Most often, we do not know what to do with our used clothing. We may do the worst thing with our used clothing as indeed, most people do throw them away as trash. That is the worst thing because it damages the environment. It goes into the landfills and gets pollute. The dyes used in clothes are dangerous chemicals that pollute underground water.
Options with Used Clothing
You can do several things with your used clothing. You can sell or donate them. You can recycle them. You can do whatever you may want with several choices available. Each of your actions has consequences. The consequences can be positive or negative. The positive consequence is the one that helps the environment and the community. So, you must be careful before you decide to get rid of your used clothing.
At Samiyatex, we understand the sustainable fashion very well and export the good quality bales of clothing in bulk to the customers overseas. We are the graders and exporters of used clothing and sort over 800,000 lbs/month of used clothing.
Donate it
That’s the simplest way for you to make the best use of your used clothing. You have a choice, nonetheless, if your clothing is clean and in good condition. You can sell them off. However, in case selling your used clothing involves time and the hassle of selling, the donation is by far the best option.
When you donate your used clothing, you will also be tax exempted. This way, you can cover some amount of your costs. The tax deduction is not the only benefit of a donation. There are two additional benefits when you decide to donate your items. The sale proceeds of the donated items are often put to better use, such as funding of social programs like adult education or job training. This is when you donate to the charitable institutions that are dedicated to these activities. There are other charitable institutions that recycle your used clothing to put some additional value in it. The recycled clothing made from your used clothing benefits people across the world that cannot afford new clothing or shoes. They will purchase your second-hand clothing through the storefront of these charitable organizations.
Where to Donate
There are several choices when you want to donate your used clothing. There are stores like H&M, North Face, and Levi’s that let shoppers donate shoes, clothing, and accessories of any brand. In return, you get a discount on purchases. The items you donate are either recycled or reused. If you have old jeans to donate, you can participate in denim drives organized by The Blue Jeans Go Green Program. You receive a discount from purchasing a new pair, while your donation helps the communities in need.
If you have underused formal wear to donate, you can donate it to Brides Across America. Your beautiful wedding dress will find its use and value when another bride enjoys your wedding dress.
There are several other charitable organizations such as Goodwill and Salvation Army that accept used clothing. Goodwill supports education, works, skill training for millions of people. Your donations are sold through their thousands of storefronts. The revenue is used in supporting education and training for millions of people. Salvation Army does all possible kinds of charity activities, and they earn revenue from donations of used clothing people make.
Recycle Option
The recycle option works best when your used clothing or used shoes are torn and stained with lots of wear. Nike is well known for its program on recycling athletic footwear. Nearly all local municipalities run recycling programs. You can check with your local municipality to find out the textile recycling program being run in your area.
Recycle is the best way to serve the planet and to save it from further pollution. Nearly all textile items are recyclable. It means you used bedding, towels, shoes, and used clothing can be recycled. There are some charities that accept even damaged clothing in a donation. Goodwill is one among them. It is recommended, however, to double-check with them. When you decide to recycle used clothing, the recommended method is to collect all your items, whether worn or damaged, into a bag with ‘Recycle’ clearly labeled on it.
Online Sale
You may have rarely used clothing that you do not need. These clothing items are possibly in fairly new condition. You may then consider listing them for online sales. There are several online marketplaces where you can list them. You may even consider innovative ways to sell them through Facebook groups or Craigslist.
About Samiyatex
Samiyatex, a division of Paragon Textiles, deals in used clothing, used shoes, and other used textile items. The company is driven by the philosophy of sustainability. The company serves some of the world’s poorest regions to deliver skill and gainful employment opportunities through its business strategies.
