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Heaps of vibrant clothes sprawled on tables and more garments plastered against the shop walls await the curious hands ready to rummage for a hidden gem.(Photo by Shane Angela M. Banzon,Intern)

Ukay-ukay: Bargain & fashion

DAVAO CITY, Philippines - In the bustling streets of San Pedro, rows of clothing racks and garments line ukay-ukay stores. Derived from Bisaya "ukay" (to dig), ukay-ukay means digging through…

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SECONDHAND. Ukay-ukay stalls -- where used clothes and other materials are sold at cheaper prices compared to new and signature ones -- abound in Davao City’s downtown area. Many cash-strapped locals patronize ukay-ukay. (davaotoday.com photo by Medel V. Hernani)

Digging the ukay-ukay

Despite a law banning the commercial importation of used clothing and rags, the selling of imported used clothing and apparel or relief clothes at cheaper prices in the ukay-ukay market continues to proliferate in the country.  The booming ukay ukay phenomenon also threatens to suppress the local garments industry.

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