
Thrift & Grab
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Second Hand Clothing
Thrift & Grab explores how graphic design can encourage people to rethink second-hand clothing.
Using the familiar format of a claw machine, the project turns thrifting into a playful and public experience.
The system allows people to donate unwanted clothes, which are washed, sorted, labelled by size, and placed into public claw machines. A return bin keeps items circulating, giving users the option to put clothes back if they do not want to keep them.
The visual identity was designed to feel bold, accessible, and slightly unexpected. The signage explains the process in a simple way, while the machine graphics and clothing labels create a consistent branded experience. By placing the machine in a busy setting such as a train station, the project turns sustainable fashion into something visible, interactive, and easy to join.
Through this project, I wanted to show how graphic design can support circular systems, not only by making them look appealing, but by making them easier to understand and more enjoyable to use.






