How to Source For: The Trendsetter | Clothing is the  biggest purchasing priority for teens, and Gen Z has a collective buying power of $150 billion. Gen Z teens have an average of $115 monthly spending money, and they’re spending it on trends.

Understanding Gen Z

Gen Z, born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, is reshaping the fashion industry with their distinct buying habits. Unlike previous generations, Gen Z places a strong emphasis on individuality, sustainability, and social consciousness when making fashion choices. Here are the key trends driving their fashion purchases:

What

According to sentiment analyses on Google search data & social media platforms, Gen Z is loving these trends. Gen Z are also bargain hunters -- They will avoid paying full price if they don't have to. Which brings us to our next point:

Affordability

On average, Gen Z shoppers are spending $115 per month on clothing. They want to maximize their wardrobe in the most cost-effective way possible, so providing them with NWT/NWOT inventory on the resale market is key.

Girls & women ages 16-24 are very trend-based shoppers, opting for brands that respond quickly to the ever-changing trend landscape. Flowy top and three pairs of jeans.

Stores & resellers in areas with high Gen Z populations -- think college towns, cities -- are in a prime spot to offer NWT/NWOT inventory that aligns with the generation's trend and price preferences.

BRANDS THEY LOVE: Zara PrettyLittleThing H&M Fashion Nova | Gen Z fit check (nail emoji)

Top States for PrettyLittleThing:

  1. Maryland
  2. Georgia
  3. District of Columbia
  4. Louisiana
  5. Mississippi

according to Google Trends analysis

PrettyLittleThing

No Easier Way to Source

Than to buy brand NWT/NWOT inventory from the comfort of your own home or store, shipped directly to your door.


You can choose an assortment to get a taste of the full range of this inventory, or shop by category:

  • Athleisure - $4.40/unit
  • Denim - $5.50/unit
  • Bottoms - $4.40/unit
  • Tops - $4.40/unit
  • Dresses - $5.50/unit
  • Outerwear - $7.70/unit
  • Plus Size - $4.40/unit
  • Swim + - $3.30/unit
2025 IN: bold & monochrome colors

To sum it all up, Gen Z shoppers are looking for affordable, new inventory that fits what's trending: bold colors, monochrome outfits, baggy denim, sheer dresses, and more.


Appeal to your local trendsetters with inventory from this collection:

Helpsy Team