Parents Shop Secondhand for Back-to-School | Madison News

Back-to-school shopping’s hitting a new note this year—prices are up, but parents aren’t panicking to spend. With nearly $900 per kid on the table, most are reallocating budgets, turning to thrift stores for style and savings. Clothes and shoes top the list at $275 each, but it’s the eco-conscious vibe that’s really driving the trend: one-third of U.S. clothing is secondhand, and savvy shoppers are saving up to $1,500 a year while rocking unique finds. From notebooks to cool threads, thrift spots are becoming unexpected treasure troves for smart, sustainable school prep. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a29299ccf959a95a