In modern conditions, the role, importance and interest in second-hand clothes is increasing, which is a prerequisite for scientific research. The main purpose of the scientific article is to present second-hand clothes in modern conditions. The methods used in writing the scientific article are descriptive-analytical method, systematic approach, study of the works of authors, comparative analysis, method of observation, induction, deduction. The study presents the main aspects of second-hand clothes, as well as some research related to them. In the conclusions, the main results of the research are summarized and the main directions for future research in the scientific field are presented.
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