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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 14:48:25 GMT
I've been trying to buy more gently used clothes when I want a new treat. So yesterday I set up a Poshmark log in and went searching. Am I seeing something wrong or are some of the clothing and shoes actually brand new? If so, is there a way to only search for used things?
I know this may sound weird but I was kind of hoping to give new life to something that was previously loved. In addition, I was hoping to score some good deals. If I want to buy fast fashion pieces at retail costs, I can buy them direct from a store and that's what I'm trying to avoid doing.
And then I found a jacket that said new without tags. It was an LLBean coat. The retail cost was listed as $280 but I went to their website and the actual cost of a peacoat identical to this one except color was $229. Now the seller was asking $120 so it was still a pretty decent deal but then I kept wondering if LLBean had sales and I could buy the coat direct from them at a similar price.
Anyway...anybody have any insight or experience to offer about this website?
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Post by auntkelly on Aug 31, 2022 15:04:31 GMT
I think the website has changed for the worst since I started browsing there about five years' ago or so. Back then, it seemed like it was mostly people just selling stuff from their closet to make a few extra bucks.
Now it seems like the sellers are professionals who buy things just to sell on Pooshmark. I've even noticed that there are multiple dealers selling the same things in multiple sizes. I was looking online for a Baker Mayfield Panthers jersey and there were at least two vendors selling them online at Poshmark. I'm guessing the jerseys were unlicensed, even though they had the NFL logo on them, because they were so much cheaper than the ones you could buy from other websites which carry officially licensed products.
I really don't know how Poshmark works, these are just my own observations.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 15:08:46 GMT
Yes auntkelly that is exactly what I saw. Multiples of items in various sizes. That seems like professional selling and I assume the products are brand new. I was looking more for a huge online thrift store. I love The RealReal. I get such great stuff there. But it's expensive (though I often go for the wools and cashmere) and I was just looking for a couple of new to me tops at thrift store prices. That was not the feel I got at Poshmark yesterday. |
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Post by Anita on Aug 31, 2022 15:11:09 GMT
I agree that Poshmark has changed a lot since I first started using it. I have sold a few purses through there and bought a few items. Things just don't seem to be as well priced as they used to be for used items. I think the resellers have taken over.
I find better deals at ThreadUP, although it's not always easy to search on there.
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Post by mcjunkin on Aug 31, 2022 15:12:02 GMT
I have noticed a lot more new with tags clothes on there recently.
My purchases have been mainly three things: Allegria shoes, NYDJ jeans and one particular style of SOMA bra. I have had new and used out of both categories. My prices have been fair.
Alegrias usually run about $120 and I have paid anywhere from 20-40. NYDJ jeans run 100 to 120, and I have paid 25-50. The bras were 20-30 for $60 bras. (yes, I have bought used bras. SOMA discontinued the one I wear, and I cannot find anything that works for me as well. Desperation, LOL. That is what bleach is for.)
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Post by redhana on Aug 31, 2022 15:14:09 GMT
I have been on a self-imposed "no new clothing" restriction since January 1, 2022. I have bought a few items on Poshmark (mostly merino wool stuff) and always offer 30% less than the asking price. So far all offers have been accepted. I think the sellers do expect you to offer less than the asking price. Many times sellers will send an offer if you "Like" an item. I would offer $80 for that item and see what happens.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 15:17:48 GMT
I agree that Poshmark has changed a lot since I first started using it. I have sold a few purses through there and bought a few items. Things just don't seem to be as well priced as they used to be for used items. I think the resellers have taken over. I find better deals at ThreadUP, although it's not always easy to search on there. Thanks for the Thread up recommendation. I'll try there and see if I score any deals. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 15:18:32 GMT
I have been on a self-imposed "no new clothing" restriction since January 1, 2022. I have bought a few items on Poshmark (mostly merino wool stuff) and always offer 30% less than the asking price. So far all offers have been accepted. I think the sellers do expect you to offer less than the asking price. Many times sellers will send an offer if you "Like" an item. I would offer $80 for that item and see what happens. Ooh I did not know this could be done. I'll have to give it a try. |
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Post by anniebeth24 on Aug 31, 2022 16:43:32 GMT
I recently heard about Vinted.com. Haven't purchased anything yet, so can't give a review, but it feels more like direct sales from someone's closet.
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Post by RedSquirrelUK on Aug 31, 2022 16:54:02 GMT
I recently heard about Vinted.com. Haven't purchased anything yet, so can't give a review, but it feels more like direct sales from someone's closet. Yes, we have ads for Vinted here in the UK, for selling and buying clothes and accessories. I haven't signed up for it, but I've thought about it. www.vinted.co.uk/how_it_works |
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Post by Rainy_Day_Woman on Aug 31, 2022 17:54:04 GMT
While I have had some good luck on Poshmark, you do have to weed through the professional sellers. I would occasionally look for Torrid clothes because I am familiar with their sizing, and it would be flooded with new release clothes at a premium because they were sold out in stores (mainly sold out, because Poshmark sellers bought them all, I guess!) Like Ebay, and Etsy, the idea and intention can be pretty quickly ruined  |
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Post by epeanymous on Aug 31, 2022 19:40:47 GMT
Yes, there is new stuff. Mostly when I buy on there I am buying something older I already own in a different color, so while it is sometimes new with tags, it is usually more "this person bought it and was too lazy to return it."
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Post by kachilyn on Aug 31, 2022 20:39:50 GMT
I have had some luck selling things on there, I just use it to clean out my closet but will once in a while come across a NWT or NWOT tags item in my closet and list it as such. Most of my stuff is "very gently worn" and I'm just tired of it or it's not the right size anymore. If you want 8/10 shorts and Loft Medium tops, I've got you covered.  I use it to buy gently worn clothes for myself or bras in hard to find sizes. It's not a ton of work to list, I don't spend a ton of time on it but it's nice to have a little extra cash for stuff I'm not using! |
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Aug 31, 2022 20:41:26 GMT
Doesn't look like anyone answered your specific search question. There is a filter for condition but the only options showing on the app are "all" and "new with tags", so no, it doesn't look like you can search just for used items.
The thing I hate most is swllers who list something as rare when I can still go buy iy on the retailers site.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 21:29:59 GMT
I recently heard about Vinted.com. Haven't purchased anything yet, so can't give a review, but it feels more like direct sales from someone's closet. I took a look and I'm not sure what to make of it. I may have to dig around further to see if I can find anything or if they just don't have a good selection of plus sizes. It seems like a ton of juniors clothes. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Aug 31, 2022 21:32:50 GMT
While I have had some good luck on Poshmark, you do have to weed through the professional sellers. I would occasionally look for Torrid clothes because I am familiar with their sizing, and it would be flooded with new release clothes at a premium because they were sold out in stores (mainly sold out, because Poshmark sellers bought them all, I guess!) Like Ebay, and Etsy, the idea and intention can be pretty quickly ruined I guess I'll have to dig deeper when I have more time. And yes, people do ruin it for others when they are "professional" sellers. In my cursory look it seemed like most of the entire front page was new items. |
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Post by prettyprettypaper on Aug 31, 2022 22:17:27 GMT
Yes, you can find new items on Poshmark, and there plenty of people who buy just to resell there. I see lots of people who buy Target Dollar Spot items and resell them on Poshmark to make money, especially the seasonal items that sell out super quick. I am in several fitness groups on FB and lots of ladies sell their stash of workout clothes on Posh and Merc. It's not unusual to see ladies flip HTF (hard-to-find prints) on either site, which is frustrating for a lot of other ladies who would have bought the shorts at retail to actually wear. I am blown away at how much people are willing to pay for workout shorts, even used ones!
From what I have heard though, many people have switched to selling on Mercari because Posh upped its fees a while back. I like to check both Posh and Merc to see what's available. I often do offer less than asking. The worst that could happen is that the seller rejects my offer and I then purchase at list price, provided that I'm willing to pay that amount, of course.
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Post by manda on Aug 31, 2022 22:41:05 GMT
You may be interested in shopgoodwill.com/home. I’ve purchased a lot of things there and still find thrift store prices. |
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