How to resell vintage
How to Resell Vintage and Modern Clothing Online (A Practical Guide)
Reselling vintage and modern clothing is one of the easiest ways to start earning money online without building a brand from scratch.
With the right strategies and a good selection of items, it is possible to obtain interesting margins on platforms such as Vinted, eBay and Depop .
This guide will help you get started the right way.
1️⃣ Where to find vintage and modern clothing to resell
The first problem for those who start is always the same: where to find stock at a good price .
The most used solutions are:
- second-hand markets
- second-hand shops
- kilo box of vintage clothing
- online stock per kg
The Kilo Box of vintage and modern clothing They are ideal because:
- you pay per kg and not per item
- you have higher margins
- save time searching
2️⃣ What type of garments to choose to sell more
Not everything sells the same.
The items that work best are:
- Vintage T-shirt
- Sweatshirts and hoodies
- Jeans (especially Levi's)
- Sportswear
- Recognizable brands
Required brands:
Nike, Adidas, Levi's, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste.
👉 These items are often present in the Kilo Boxes available in the catalogue .
3️⃣ Where to sell vintage and modern clothing
The best platforms to get started:
✔ Vinted
- ideal for those starting from scratch
- young audience
- no sales commission
✔ eBay
- wider audience
- ideal for designer clothes
- great for consistent sales
Many retailers purchase stock through Kilo Box and resell the items individually on these platforms.
4️⃣ How to photograph and describe garments
To sell well:
- clear photos
- simple background
- natural light
- show label and defects
In the description:
- brand
- cut
- conditions
- true to size
A well-presented garment can be worth 2–3 times its purchase cost.
5️⃣ How much can you earn by reselling clothing?
Profit depends on:
- stock cost
- quality of the garments
- sales platform
On average:
- an item purchased for a few euros can be resold for €15–30
- a well-selected Kilo Box can recoup its cost with just a few sales
👉 This is why many retailers choose Kilo Boxes of vintage clothing per kg as a starting point.
6️⃣ Mistakes to avoid if you're just starting out
- buy clothes without a market
- paying too much for the stock
- superficial descriptions expect immediate gains
Better to start methodically, with little stock and test.
7️⃣ Conclusion: where to really start
If you want to start reselling vintage and modern clothing:
1) Choose a platform (Vinted or eBay)
2) Get a stock of kg
3) publish consistently
4) reinvest your earnings
👉 You can see all available Kilo Boxes here and choose the one that best suits your level.