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Kate Spade New York Launches a Pre-Loved Collection with ThredUp

— February 6, 2023 — Fashion
Kate Spade New York is joining ThredUp’s resale platform with the debut of the ‘Pre-Loved’ program. ThredUp's resale-as-a-service (RaaS) enables brands to connect to the company's operating platform to create a tailored resale experience, and the initiative has already recruited brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Canada Goose, and Francesca’s.

Customers may take part by printing a prepaid mailing label from the website, packing a shippable box with children's or women's merchandise, and sending it to ThredUp. Consumers will receive a shopping credit that can be used online or in-store.

“We continue to identify ways that our brand can show up for our community and help minimise our footprint on the planet. We are thrilled to partner with ThredUp, a company that shares our values, to work towards a more responsible future,” said Kate Spade New York CEO, Liz Frazer.

Image Credit: Kate Spade New York

Trend Themes

  1. Pre-loved Accessories — The growth of pre-loved accessories will increase opportunities for subscription-based businesses, rental services and luxury consignment stores.
  2. Resale-as-a-service — Resale-as-a-service offers disruptive innovation opportunities in the retail industry by creating new revenue streams and increasing customer engagement.
  3. Sustainable Fashion — The growth of pre-loved accessories as part of sustainable fashion will create disruptive innovation opportunities in the circular economy.

Industry Implications

  1. Fashion Retail — Fashion retailers can leverage the growth of resale-as-a-service to reinforce their position as sustainable brands.
  2. Luxury Goods — Luxury goods retail will benefit from the high-end pre-loved accessories segment, while catering to its environmentally conscious customer base.
  3. Subscription Economy — The subscription-based business model will become more relevant as pre-loved accessories create demand for a rental fashion model.
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