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Fashion re-commerce: a state-of-the-art review and future research agenda
University of Borås, Faculty of Textiles, Engineering and Business. (Textile Value Chain Management)ORCID iD: 0000-0002-0498-3353
2026 (English)In: International Journal of Retail & Distribution Management, ISSN 0959-0552, E-ISSN 1758-6690, p. 1-21Article, review/survey (Refereed) Published
Abstract [en]

Purpose – The study aims to provide a comprehensive review of re-commerce business models in the secondhand fashion sector, identifying key drivers, challenges, and research gaps. As secondhand fashion gains popularity, understanding the evolving landscape of re-commerce is essential for both academics and practitioners. Design/methodology/approach – This study employs a systematic literature review approach, analysing peer-reviewed articles and grey literature on fashion re-commerce. An online search was conducted across three academic databases – Scopus, EBSCOhost, and Emerald – selected for their disciplinary coverage and relevance. Findings – This study identifies three fashion re-commerce business models, their characteristics, key drivers, and challenges. Key factors driving fashion re-commerce include consumer motivations such as convenience, environmental concerns, and economic value; retailer motivations linked to the financial viability of the business model and sustainability commitments; and the enabling role of technology. Key challenges involve perceived risks in online purchases, supply uncertainty, and operational hurdles. Literature gaps identified in the study inform future research directions. Originality/value – This study contributes to the growing field of fashion re-commerce by exploring its business models, key drivers, and challenges, an area often overlooked in favour of consumer behaviour research. 

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2026. p. 1-21
Keywords [en]
Online resale, Re-commerce, Secondhand business models, Secondhand fashion
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Textiles and Fashion (General)
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URN: urn:nbn:se:hb:diva-34854DOI: 10.1108/ijrdm-03-2025-0217ISI: 105027438356OAI: oai:DiVA.org:hb-34854DiVA, id: diva2:2027545
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ReLoReAvailable from: 2026-01-13 Created: 2026-01-13 Last updated: 2026-01-26Bibliographically approved

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