How to Sell Clothes Online and Make Extra Money

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6 Places to Sell Used Clothes Online

Selling used clothes for cash online can be a way to reach more potential buyers and get a better price for your items. A garage sale might not be the best option when you’re looking for top dollar. And, thanks to the following websites, you can use a number of ways to send money online.

1. thredUP

If you want something simple and easy, thredUP is the place to go. It’s the largest online consignment and thrift shop.

Order a “clean out” kit and send your clothes in. Someone else will sort them, and decide which items to accept. You’ll be offered money based on the selling price, and some items might be available on consignment. You can also choose to have the company donate items it doesn’t accept to charity on your behalf.

Be aware, though, that certain brands are preferred, so if you don’t have a lot high-end stuff, you might not get much money — or even have your clothes accepted.

2. Poshmark

With Poshmark, you have to do quite a lot of work. You need to offer styling tips, attend in-app “events,” and generally be a part of the community. However, you do set your own prices (Poshmark takes a cut), which can be an advantage.

The more involved you are, the more likely you are to get the price you want for clothing and accessories. They also send you a pre-addressed, prepaid shipping label once your item sells.

3. Tradesy

As with other online selling websites, Tradesy takes a cut of your clothing sales. However, it does offer you a nice service. The photos you take will be enhanced by Tradesy, ensuring that they are market-ready, so you have a little less to worry about. You also get a pre-paid, pre-addressed kit to use when you’re ready to ship.

4. eBay

If you don’t have a lot of high-end or designer clothes and accessories to sell, eBay can be a good choice. You can list your items, including in sets. You have more control over the listing, even though eBay will take its cut.

5. VarageSale

Use this website to sell clothing (and other items) online to people in your locale. You don’t have to wait for people to come by your house with VarageSale. Instead, you reach them where they are — online. Once you have a deal, you’ll have to set up an in-person meet to make the exchange. Consider a public place where you’re more likely to be safe.

6. Instagram or Facebook

It’s even possible to sell your clothes for cash using social media. People take photos and post items for sale on Instagram or Facebook. With Instagram, you don’t have to worry about someone else taking a cut. Just make arrangements in the direct messages, collect the money, and send off the clothes.

 

Tips for Successfully Selling Your Clothes Online for Cash

Whether you sell used clothes or are interested in selling fresh designs, there are a few things you can do to be more successful. Here are some of the main strategies that will help you make the most of the situation — and be more likely to get top dollar:

  1. High-quality images: Rule number when selling clothing online is to take a lot of high-quality photos that showcase what you’ve got. Take photos from multiple angles and use good lighting.
  2. Provide details: Shoppers want details. Include brand, size, color, and other important information. If the item is a designer brand, make sure to highlight that.
  3. Be honest about condition: Your photos should show the condition, but you also want to be honest. Don’t say something is in excellent or “like new” condition, when it’s in good or fair condition.
  4. Be realistic about pricing: No matter what the item is, you need to set a realistic and reasonable price. You aren’t going to get back what you paid for an item. Do a little research to get a feel for what items for selling for. A general rule of thumb is that you can get about one-third of your original price for used clothing in good condition.
  5. Offer unique designs on original clothing: If you’re selling your own designs, make sure you have something unique. You need photos, details, and realistic prices, but you can sell items for more when you can demonstrate the uniqueness of your original designs.

 

Culled From https://www.crediful.com