WHEN YOUR $5 T-SHIRT COSTS DOUBLE: WHAT FAST FASHION’S DECLINE MEANS FOR SUSTAINABLE STYLE IN AMERICA
By Refilwe Queen , May 30th, 2025 L ate-night shopping sprees of cheap clothing, fueled by endless scrolling and Incredibly low prices, might soon become a fond memory. A trade loophole, the “de minimis” rule, which allowed inexpensive goods to flood American shores duty-free, is facing closure. New tariffs on the small packages used by fast fashion giants will likely reshape the clothing landscape in the U.S., impacting not only consumers’ wallets but also sustainable style. For years, the...
