The practice isn’t new, but it’s intensified as prices rise, allowing you to save money by wearing pieces above your budget without spending a dime. How is it possible ? Thanks to the brands return policy, it is now easy to get a refund for the clothes you buy or order. On TikTok, the hashtag #wardrobing has already generated a million views.
A disgusting reason why you should definitely wash the clothes you just bought
Not a very ecological phenomenon
In addition to being illegal, this practice (although one might think otherwise) is not environmentally friendly, as returned products generate significant CO2 emissions and therefore have a significant impact on the environment. According to media outlet Le Figaro, this is indicated by the Asos clothing site 12% of its carbon emissions come from customer returns. Additionally, returned clothing is not always returned for sale and may be directly destroyed.
In the fight against fraudsters, according to Le Point magazine, “Some brands choose to place a clearly visible label on the front of the garment to prevent fraudulent returns.