If you've seen today's video, you know thrifting is more popular than ever. However, as a whole thrift stores and resell websites are losing money. According to the BBC, "the economics don't make sense, and most companies are struggling." Sites like ThredUp, TheRealReal, and Depop are all at net losses at the end of each year and the culprit is all the same stuff we talk about in our video (there's an oversupply of really cheap bad quality clothes basically 😞) so check that out if you haven't seen it yet!
Why Thrifting Sucks Now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1pCb...
(www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20240301-internationa…)
In our latest video we highlight how Americans are holding on to their vehicles longer than ever, how long have you had your car for?
Check out Why Cars Today Suck if you haven't yet: https://youtu.be/kkg_7cssV7Q
Hey, how many tote bags do you own??
Our latest video is all about this trend that's been sweeping the world slowly but surely, if you haven't seen it yet check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LAcsw...
Hey team, if you've seen today's video you'll know we finally launched our sticker packs! We're super excited about these (they've been a long time coming). If you want to know about the process behind making these, check out our Patreon only podcast and get a code for $5 off when you join. Check them out here: futureproofshop.myshopify.com/products/fp-sticker-…
What do you actually have in your closet? (be honest!)
This is actually a follow-up poll to a poll that we talked about in our latest video, Why Clothing is WORSE Now. If you haven't seen that yet, check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJSmy...
Hey y’all! Just wanted to say a quick thank you to everyone for helping us reach 500k subscribers! 🥰
Hey team, we mentioned the Loop system in our latest video (Why Glass Bottles FAILED) and a few of you seemed pretty interested in what it's all about! According to a FastCompany article:
"TerraCycle worked with companies like Procter & Gamble, Nestle, PepsiCo, Unilever, and more than a dozen others for over a year to develop the new platform. Each package in the system is designed for 100 or more uses. In the initial launch, products will be available through Loop’s e-commerce site. When you order, say, deodorant or mouthwash, you’ll pay a deposit for the bottle. The order will show up in a reusable tote–designed by engineers at UPS to withstand repeated journeys–instead of a cardboard box. As you use up products, you’ll throw the empty containers back in the tote. When it’s full, you can go to the Loop website to request a delivery driver to pick it up (or, if you prefer, drop it off at a UPS store)."
What do we think about this, is it something you'd try if it was available in your area?
Our most recent video about Huel was created based on a recommendation that we received from one of you on our Reddit page! If you've got any suggestions or anything you'd like to see from us, that's a great place for you to share any kind of ideas.
Join our Reddit community at www.reddit.com/r/futureproof/
taking an upload break today, we will miss you all with your wonderful (and insightful) comments. Be back next week for more!
Merry Christmas! Here's a bunch of unsold discarded trees on the side of the road in NYC (this happens every year) 😁🎄🎅
Future Proof highlights the efforts of brands and products to make business better for the future… or the lack thereof. Every week we release videos to deep dive into the stories that are shaping our consumerist world.
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