Riyadh: The Fashion Commission has released a new research paper titled 'The Second-hand Fashion Market' published on the Fashion Futures platform. The research paper provides an in-depth analysis of the second-hand fashion market and its growing role within the Kingdom's fashion ecosystem.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the study examines global commerce trends and their implications for Saudi Arabia, highlighting how evolving consumer behaviors, sustainability awareness, and the rise of digital resale platforms are accelerating the adoption of second-hand fashion.
Globally, the second-hand fashion market continues to expand rapidly and is projected to reach $367 billion by 2029, growing significantly faster than the traditional apparel sector.
Within Saudi Arabia, the market for second-hand fashion is also gaining momentum. The report estimates that the Kingdom's second-hand fashion market reached $966 million in 2025, with projections indicating it could surpass $1.3 billion by 2030, driven by increasing consumer interest and the expansion of digital resale platforms.
The release added that the research further highlights how changing consumer attitudes are shaping this emerging sector. A growing number of consumers in Saudi Arabia are becoming more open to purchasing pre-owned fashion items, particularly among younger and digitally engaged audiences. Sustainability and value-driven purchasing are also becoming key motivators behind this shift.
Through global case studies and market analysis, the research paper also identifies opportunities for brands, retailers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers to support the development of a more circular fashion ecosystem in Saudi Arabia, aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Based on key insights from the research paper, the global second-hand fashion market is projected to reach $367 billion by 2029, growing significantly faster than the traditional apparel market.
Saudi Arabia's second-hand fashion market reached $966 million in 2025 and is expected to exceed $1.3 billion by 2030. 76% of consumers in Saudi Arabia are open to purchasing second-hand fashion, reflecting growing acceptance of recommerce. Sustainability and waste reduction are key drivers, with 32% of consumers citing environmental motivations for purchasing second-hand fashion.
The growth of digital resale platforms and social commerce is accelerating the adoption of second-hand fashion across the Kingdom.
