Is Karachi's Landa Scene Still Worth the Hype?
Karachi's thrift stores continue to thrive despite the new 'landa' tax.
A recent visit to the city's thrift stores aimed to curate four statement looks for under a few thousand rupees each, exploring the "pre-loved" clothing scene amidst the social media buzz around #sustainablefashion.
However, the newly imposed Rs200 tax on imported secondhand clothes by the Sindh Government has doubled the cost for shoppers.
"It used to be 100, now it's 200,"
said a vendor at Clifton's Playhouse, acknowledging the tax increase.
Author's summary: Karachi's landa scene remains popular despite tax hike.