THE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO MAKING CASH OUT OF UNWANTED CLOTHES
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If you’ve got items in your wardrobe you haven’t worn in a while, it could be time to do a clearout. Resale websites like eBay, Depop and Vinted have become increasingly popular in recent years as we all feel the pinch of the rising cost of living, and they’re the perfect places to head to if you’re new to the world of online selling.
Here, we talk you through the top tips on making money from clothes and accessories you no longer wear and how to navigate the booming second-hand shopping world to find high-value pieces at bargain prices.
HOW TO SELL YOUR CLOTHES
Vinted, eBay and Depop make the selling process incredibly simple – you just need your phone camera and a good internet connection. Here are a few hacks to help you sell your item fast, and for the most money.
SHOW OFF AND DESCRIBE YOUR ITEM
Photos don’t need to look professional, but nicely lit, non-blurry snaps of the item laying on a plain background – with minimal creases in fabric – will attract buyers. When you’re ready to list, be sure to give as much detail as possible, including colour, sizing, material and full transparency on any blemishes. Including hashtags or keywords is also a great way to get your listing seen by the right audience.
BIDDING VS BUY IT NOW
If you choose to use eBay, you’ll be given the choice of putting items up for auction or setting them at a fixed “buy it now” price. Auctioning an item means you set the price with the hope of buyers pushing it up (you can set a minimum price to make sure it doesn’t sell for less than you’d want). The buy it now function means you choose the exact price you want to sell it for. Depop and Vinted don’t have auctions. Instead, sales are done via direct message.
PROMOTE HIGH-VALUE PIECES
If your items aren’t selling as quickly as you’d like, resale sites all offer a service where you can boost or promote your pieces to increase their visibility across the sites. This does come at an extra cost, but prices start from as little as £1 and it’s worth considering if it’s a high-value or designer item.
AUTHENTICATE YOUR PIECE
If you’re selling a designer item, you should consider authenticating it so buyers know it isn’t a fake. Different sites offer different authentication services, with prices ranging from £10 per item on Vinted and no ch
