7 Helpful Tips for Selling Your Clothes Online ...

When selling your clothes online, sometimes it pays to really edit down your collection of clothing. Designer brands and high street labels are more likely to see you recoup a larger percentage of the original cost. Likewise, well-maintained vintage pieces are likely to attract interest. As a general rule of thumb, ask yourself if you would buy the item that you’re re-selling in its current condition. If the answer is yes, then go on and sell.

Some clothing items like dresses and jeans are good sellers all year round but others might depend more on the season. It’s probably going to be harder to sell a wool coat in the middle of summer than it would be in winter. Think like a fashion buyer and try and sell pieces that are seasonal or following current trends.

These days there are so many online platforms for selling your clothes online. Auction sites like eBay have been around for ages and are still a popular choice. However, sites like Threadflip, Poshmark, ASOS Marketplace, and Tradesy are gaining popularity, while platforms like Shopify make it easy for you to open your own online store.

Lure potential buyers by presenting your clothes in an appealing manner. You don’t need a fancy camera to get good photographs of your clothes. Photograph your clothes in the best natural light possible to get accurate shots. Try and keep the background clear of clutter so that the clothes stay the main focus. Provide a variety of photographs, including detailed shots – for buyers, it’s the next best thing to being able to feel and touch the clothes in person.

Take the time to provide a detailed description of the item you’re selling. Include important details like the brand, size, colour, fabric, and condition. Sizing can differ across brands so offering a few measurements, usually at the bust, waist and hip, can also be helpful. Also make sure to mention any flaws or marks so that the buyer is fully informed before purchasing.

Be realistic about how much your items will sell for. Items that have been worn once or still have tags attached are likely to sell for much more than something that’s been worn multiple times. As are designer brands and sought after trend items. Do a bit of research to see what the current going price is for items similar to the ones that you’re selling and go from there.

Be willing to answer any questions a buyer might have, and be honest with your response. If you seem approachable and willing to answer any questions a potential buyer might have, there’s more of a chance they’ll be comfortable purchasing from you.

A little bit of effort can go a long way when it comes to selling your clothes online. Do you re-sell clothes that you don’t wear? What are your best tips for selling clothes online?