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HISTORICAL FACTS: Vinted - The Untold Story

Board short summer: why everyone suddenly wants to look like a surfer

Surfboards, knee-length shorts, wetsuits, flip-flops: all have been seen on the catwalks this year. But what do actual surfers think of the trend? We went to Newquay to find out

The Guardian - UK

B&M’s viral Brunch Club range is back in stock – but this time, the cafe-inspired pieces look even better than before

It's finally back!

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Exclusive: Fleek, an online market for vintage garment wholesalers, raises $25 million in new funding

Fleek has built a computer vision model to help suppliers sort, grade, and price vintage clothing

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How I source unique gems on Vinted to make my home stand out – and how you can, too

While a quick high-street fix is always tempting, a truly interesting home thrives on eclecticism

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What's behind the viral claims of child trafficking on Vinted?

Millions have viewed videos claiming that children are being sold through coded advertisements on the popular second-hand online marketplace Vinted. What's behind the rumours?

Euronews

I saved over £500 by reupholstering my dream footstool myself - here's how I used secondhand finds to make it happen

A professionally upholstered footstool can set you back hundreds, but I made mine for around £100

Ideal Home

How I Shop with Caroline Hirons: ‘I like a proper knicker’

Always wondered what everyday stuff celebrities buy, where they shop for food and the basics they scrimp on? The skincare expert talks vinyl, McDonald’s tea and the body lotion she buys on repeat with the Filter

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Vinted Child Trafficking Panic Explodes After User Claims They Found A '2-Year-Old For Sale' In 30 Seconds

A viral video alleging child trafficking on Vinted has sparked panic, prompting French authorities to investigate. No evidence has been found, but the incident highlights the rapid spread of misinformation.

International Business Times UK

'Small and Healthy' and £20,000: How Vinted Toy Listings Have Sparked Child Trafficking Fears

Social media claims about Vinted listings allegedly disguising child trafficking prompt investigations in France and Germany, though no criminal activity has been confirmed.

International Business Times UK

'9 years, female, white, virgin': Why Harry Potter, Hello Kitty toys in Europe are being probed for child trafficking

French authorities have launched a preliminary investigation into claims that second-hand marketplace Vinted is being used to traffic children, after social media users flagged listings offering toys and low-value items for exorbitant prices with descriptions matching children's ages and sizes.

The Times of India

Bizarre Vinted Listings Describe Toys by Age and Weight, Leading French Police To Investigate Them for Child Trafficking

French police are investigating bizarre Vinted listings after viral screenshots prompted allegations that toys were being used as coded advertisements for children.

International Business Times UK

‘Our success with becoming… unicorns… isn't an accident – it’s the result of a 15-year bet on digital infrastructure and talent’: The story behind how Lithuania is perfectly aligned to capitalize on an emerging space economy

Lithuania is using its strong digital infrastructure and experience to become a serious player in the emerging LEO satellite economy.

TechRadar

Thinking about selling clothes on Vinted? The steps you can take to make this a greener option

You’ve had a spring clean and decluttered your wardrobe, and now you’re wondering what to do with the pile of unwanted clothes in the corner.

The Conversation

50 men’s summer fashion updates for under £100 – some are even free

Are short shorts ever office-appropriate? Is Andy Burnham the style icon we’ve been waiting for? And can anything beat a really great white T-shirt? Our menswear expert reveals all

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69 Photos That Show The Next-Level Stupidity People Encountered While Using Vinted (New Pics)

Vinted is a peer-to-peer online marketplace where people can buy, sell, and swap second-hand fashion and lifestyle items directly from one another. In the grand scheme of things, the company is doing great. Founded in Lithuania in 2008, it now operates in 26 countries and has over 100 million users.…

The Guardian - UK

Forget the fascinator: the dos and don’ts of wedding guest dressing

Whether it’s giving florals a twist or wearing a rented number, here are our top tips for decoding the dress code

The Independent UK

How (passive) ‘income stacking’ became the answer to the cost of living crisis

LET’S UNPACK THAT: As the government scrambles to tackle the cost of living with cheap beans and biscuits, more of us than ever are juggling multiple jobs to stay afloat and hedge their bets against redundancy. Lydia Spencer-Elliott reports

The Guardian - UK

‘Give every item a long life’: Vinted boss on how the site is moving beyond fashion

Having shaken up UK clothes retail, the secondhand marketplace is pushing into phones and cameras – and even books

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Woman & Home

As someone trying to shop more sustainably, Laura Tobin’s tips on buying secondhand and rediscovering your own wardrobe resonated with me

We caught up with Laura Tobin at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and discussed buying secondhand and shopping your own wardrobe

The Independent UK

‘I lost £100 right before Christmas’: The truth about Vinted’s ‘buyer protection’

IN-DEPTH: Millions of Brits use the platform to buy and sell old stuff, but many find themselves out of pocket when things go wrong, Molly Greeves reports

Evening Standard

Vinted sales surge to near £1bn as second-hand shopping stays on trend

Revenues totalled 1.1 billion euros (£960 million) for 2025, up 38% on the year before.

The Independent UK

How to spring clean your life: From mindset to digital declutter

IN FOCUS: Spring isn’t just for tidying your home. From sleep routines and beauty resets to detoxing your wardrobe, finances, and digital life, six writers share how they’re making space for a fresher, lighter season

Euronews

French municipal elections hit with foreign interference allegations

Following his defeat in the Toulouse municipal election, left-wing candidate François Piquemal has called for the vote to be voided, alongside a criminal complaint alleging foreign digital interference. The Cube takes a look at the claims.

The Guardian - UK

Secondhand clothes sales forecast to hit $289bn as AI helps shoppers find deals

Sites such as Vinted and ThredUp expected to help resale grow twice as fast as overall clothing market in coming years

The Independent UK

How to know if you need to declare your earnings when selling on Vinted, eBay or Etsy

Ahead of your spring clearout, here’s when you’ll need to declare your earnings to HMRC

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