I love Depop for the vibe. The photos. The chats. The random Y2K skirt at 2 a.m. But last fall, my closet looked like a thrift store exploded. I needed faster sales and fewer fees. So I tested a stack of apps like Depop, and I sold real things on each one. Some wins. Some flops. You know what? It taught me which app fits which item. If you want a broader snapshot of what’s hot right now, this best apps for reselling clothes in 2025 guide breaks down the latest marketplaces worth trying.
Poshmark — Easy Ship, Brand Lovers
I sold a pair of Lululemon leggings and Madewell jeans here. Both sold in under a week. Poshmark prints a prepaid label (up to 5 lbs), so shipping felt simple. I just used a box from my pantry and tape from the junk drawer.
- What I liked: People search by brand. Bundles work. “Offer to Likers” moves stale stuff.
- What bugged me: The fee hurts on higher prices. Also, the “Posh Parties” feel noisy.
- Best for: Mid-range brands (Aritzia, Free People, Lululemon), clean photos, quick ship.
Small note: When I listed a no-name sweater, crickets. But a Patagonia fleece? Gone in a day.
Mercari — Chill, Less Chat, Good For All Sorts
I sold a North Face puffer during the first cold snap. I listed on a Monday and shipped Wednesday with their label. The buyer never asked a single question. Wild.
- What I liked: Less small talk. Good buyer protection. I could price high and wait.
- What bugged me: They nudge you to drop price a lot. Feels pushy.
- Best for: Coats, sneakers, small home stuff, electronics. Not super “fashion social,” more “market.”
Tip: Measure first. People on Mercari love exact inches. It cuts down the back-and-forth.
Vinted — No Seller Fees, Fast Bundles
Vinted surprised me. I sold a Zara bodysuit, H&M trousers, and a thrifted scarf as a bundle during a weekend “wardrobe refresh.” The buyer paid shipping; I didn’t. That felt nice.
- What I liked: No seller fees on my end. Buyers love bundles. Messages stay friendly.
- What bugged me: Fewer luxury buyers in my area. Some items sat for weeks.
- Best for: High-street brands, basics, kids’ clothes, quick clean-outs.
I snapped pics by my window in the morning light. That alone seemed to boost views.
Grailed — Streetwear Heads Know Their Stuff
I sold a Stüssy hoodie and a pair of Jordan 1s here. Buyers asked for pit-to-pit and outsole length. They knew exactly what they wanted, and they checked tags and years. I respect that.
- What I liked: Serious shoppers. Good for hype and men’s styles.
- What bugged me: Fees and picky questions. Photos need to be sharp and true.
- Best for: Streetwear, sneakers, vintage band tees. Honest listings win.
If you try women’s pieces, they can still sell, but men’s traffic rules the feed.
eBay — Huge Reach, Grown-Up Rules
I listed a vintage Levi’s trucker jacket with both auction and “Buy It Now.” It got watchers fast, then sold on a Sunday night. eBay is big, and the system feels old-school but stable.
- What I liked: Massive audience. Auctions are fun if you time them right.
- What bugged me: Returns and settings can feel fussy. Shipping choices take a minute.
- Best for: Vintage denim, rare items, sneakers, gear. Price research helps.
I use Sunday nights or the first cold week for coats—season timing matters here.
Vestiaire Collective — Designer With Guardrails
I sold a vintage Gucci belt. It went through their checks first, so it took longer, but the buyer trusted it. I did too.
- What I liked: Authentication for higher-end goods. Good photos really pay off.
- What bugged me: Fees feel steep. Payout takes time. But that’s the trade-off.
- Best for: Designer belts, bags, shoes, standout pieces.
If you list a mid-range item here, it may sit. Go true designer or skip.
Curtsy — College Vibe, Fast Fashion Moves Fast
I sold a Princess Polly dress right before a sorority formal weekend. The app felt chatty, in a cute way. It almost felt like using apps like Snapchat—quick, friendly pings that keep the convo light. Photos on a hanger did fine, but mirror pics did better.
- What I liked: Quick sales around events—formals, homecoming, graduation.
- What bugged me: Lowball offers happen. Stay kind, counter once, then walk away.
- Best for: Dresses, sets, trendy tops, UGGs in winter, sneakers in spring.
Back-to-school season was the sweet spot. Sunday evenings got the most pings.
Facebook Marketplace — Local, Cash, Coffee Shop Meetups
I sold a pair of Doc Martens and a mirror locally. We met at a cafe near the police station (lots of cameras). Cash made it easy.
- What I liked: No ship, no label, no waiting. Money in hand.
- What bugged me: Flakes. People ghost. Set a pick-up window and stick to it.
- Best for: Bulky items, boots, home goods, bundles you don’t want to ship.
Bring exact change. Say the meeting spot up front. Safety first, always.
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ThredUp (Consignment) — Set It and Forget It
I used a Clean Out Kit for a stack of mall-brand tops. I didn’t want to list 20 items one by one. I made less per item, but I got my floor back.
- What I liked: Zero effort after packing. Good for bulk.
- What bugged me: Payouts are small, and it takes a while.
- Best for: Clearing space fast. Not for special or high-value pieces.
If you’re picky about price, this will bug you. If you’re busy, it’s a relief.
What I’d Use Again (And For What)
- For brand-name basics: Poshmark or Vinted
- For streetwear and sneakers: Grailed
- For one rare vintage piece: eBay
- For real designer: Vestiaire Collective
- For party dresses and trendy sets: Curtsy
- For local, heavy stuff: Facebook Marketplace
- For bulk clean-outs: ThredUp
- For catch-all listings: Mercari
Cross-listing helped the most. I use Vendoo to post on a few apps at once, then I pause a listing when it sells. It keeps me sane. If you want an even slicker bird’s-eye view of your sales, shipping, and messages, I’ve started testing Loup and its dashboard already feels like mission control for my closet.
Little Things That Helped Every Time
- Natural light near a window. One clean wall. No filter.
If you’re drawn to raw, unpolished imagery for photo ideas, you could peek at Amateur et Sexe where user-submitted shots show how candid lighting and framing can feel more intimate—useful cues even if you’re keeping your own listings strictly PG. - Quick photo-styling inspiration: I pull mood boards from apps like Pinterest to keep the aesthetic cohesive.
- Real measurements: pit-to-pit, rise, inseam, waist laid flat, heel-to-toe.
- Honest flaws. A tiny snag? Say it, show it.
- Fresh timing: post coats before the first cold snap; post dresses before spring formals.
- Ship fast. Buyers remember that and rate you higher.
Need a refresher on crafting standout listings from start to finish? This concise Marie Claire primer on selling clothes online walks through photos, pricing strategies, and shipping basics in one swoop.
Here’s the thing: there’s no single “best” app. There’s a best fit for each item and season. My Depop still sees action for funky Y2K bits. But that Patagonia fleece flew on Poshmark. Those Jordans made sense on Grailed. And when my closet got loud again? Vinted bundles saved me.
If you’ve got one special piece, try the spot where that crowd hangs out. If you’ve got a whole closet, spread it out