In the words of one of our favorite, fearless fashion icons:
“I like my money right where I can see it, hanging in my closet”. Carrie Bradshaw.
Now, while our girl Carrie may have been referencing the networth of her impressive (and expensive) shoe collection, here at dressCODE we’re talking about the kind of closet money that puts those hard-earned dollars back into your pockets - not the kind that puts you into credit card debt.
On this week’s blog, we’re teaching you how to flip your closet, and turn your gently used clothing into cold hard cash. So buckle up, fashionistas! It’s time to let go of the jeans that no longer flatter your frame and release the Louis Vuitton bag that your ex-boyfriend’s mom gifted you to the consignment gods. Because let’s be real: every human deserves the perfect pair of booty-hugging jeans.
And you can use the money to invest in your own designer bag...one that one won’t have so much emotional baggage. Pun intended.
Here are 4 easy ways to sell your clothes online:
1- Mercari
They make it easy to sell (or buy) almost anything! From fashion to electronics and everything in between, Mercari has all of the brands that you know and love.
Clothing Commission:
You make 90%, they take 10%
How it Works:
Sell- List in minutes. Take some photos, add a description, and set your price.
Ship- No meet-ups. Printable shipping labels are emailed to the seller.
Collect- Cash out your funds fast with Instant Pay or Direct Deposit.
Get Started:
2- Poshmark
Poshmark is the largest social marketplace for fashion. You can download the app for free on an iPhone, iPad, or Android, and start selling immediately.
Clothing Commission:
You make 80%, they take 20%
How it Works:
List- Snap some photos, write the listing, set your price, and upload it to your closet in 60 seconds.
Share- Share the listing with your network and their community of shoppers.
Earn- Shipping is easy with their pre-paid label, and you’ll receive a direct deposit in your bank account once the item is delivered.
Get Started:
3- Tradesy
A luxury fashion resale marketplace. They enable millions of people to sell what’s in their closets and fund their next shopping spree.
Clothing Commission:
You make 80.2%, they take 19.8%
How it Works:
Sell - Take pictures directly from your closet and they’ll enhance the image to make it pop.
Ship - Send your sold items with a free pre-paid shipping and packaging kit.
Withdraw - Cash out your earnings using Paypal, a debit card, or ACH transfer.
Get Started:
4- TheRealReal
A sustainable consignment company that empowers sellers to extend the life cycle of their luxury goods. The world’s most trusted marketplace for authenticated luxury.
Clothing Commission:
You make 55%, they take 45%
Insider - 55% commission for sales of $0-$1500
Icon - 60% commission for sales of $1500-$9,999
VIP - 70% commission for sales of $10,000+
How it Works:
Book - Set up a Virtual Consignment Appointment.
Sit Back - They do the work of authenticating, photographing, pricing, listing, and selling.
Get paid - Via check, direct deposit, or site credit on the 15th of every month.
Get Started:
There you have it, friends. Four easy-breezy ways to channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw and make some extra shopping money while doing it. And if you’re having trouble getting your closet cleanse started, dressCODE is a great place to start.
Join our community below and connect with a top-notch stylist who will swoop in and help you decide which pieces to keep, which pieces to flip, and which pieces to splurge on your quest for a signature style that is uniquely...you!
