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BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

Online news & entertainment magazine at UT Austin

BurntXOrange

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The Negative Effects of the Thrifting Trend on Low-income Communities

Lillian Vest April 16, 2024

If you’ve gone clothes shopping since TikTok became a thing, it’s likely that you’ve gone to a few thrift shops in your wardrobe search. Thrifting gained popularity in the last few years, leading...

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Vintage Resale: Cool or Cruel?

November 22, 2021

Used clothing stores are good for the environment because they keep clothes out of landfills while saving you money with their reasonable prices. But, can the same be said about independent vintage aggregation and resale? The short answer: it depends.

Spring 2021 Fashion: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Spring

Spring 2021 Fashion: Step Out of Your Comfort Zone and Into Spring

Ren Breach May 3, 2021

Spring is upon us and now is the perfect time to get caught up on spring fashion trends! Check out our list of the six hottest fashion trends of Spring 2021 and take your pick of what stylish pieces you’ll...

Sustainably Slipping into Spring

Sustainably Slipping into Spring

Bettina Mateo April 27, 2021

Burnt X Writer Bettina Mateo creates a thrifted slip dress lookbook. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ABQ7hjwTv8

How To Online Thrift Like A Pro

How To Online Thrift Like A Pro

Ren Breach November 10, 2020

We all have that one friend who can skillfully find almost anyone online, whether you're searching for an old ex's new girlfriend or a mysterious acquaintance. I have a similar talent, but rather than...

Saving Money and Looking Great

Saving Money and Looking Great

Skyler King March 10, 2020

The temperatures are rising, the sun is out longer, it’s almost spring and that means a new wardrobe is needed. It’s time for new spring outfits, but these days it’s hard to find great clothes...

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Five Local Thrift Shops for Your Halloween Needs

October 31, 2018

Spooky season has arrived, and it’s time to bring out your inner child and plan for this year’s costume.

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Where to Donate Goods in Austin

May 5, 2016

Whether you’re looking to donate your things for a good cause or are trying to make a few extra bucks, ORANGE has you covered.

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The Thrift King: Paul Cantu

February 5, 2016

With 160,000 YouTube subscribers and 21,800 Instagram followers, Paul Cantu is a thrift store tour guide with over 100 “Trip to the Thrift” videos.

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Boutique of the Week: Monkies Vintage and Thrift

March 3, 2015

Behind the small, unassuming chalkboard sign on Guadalupe Street marked “Monkies Vintage” lies a diverse selection of items ranging from cowboy boots and denim jackets to ‘90s basketball jerseys, rainbow sequined tops and plastic Ninja Turtle figurines. Serving up an eclectic mix of on-trend retro wears, Monkies can serve students of all styles and price ranges.

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Thrift Shop Style Inspiration For The Broke, College Kid

October 20, 2014

Story by Caroline Cook Photos by Kristen Hubby Do you have champagne taste on a beer budget? Well, that’s the ache an average college fashionista experiences when flipping through the September issue...