How to Sell Clothes on eBay

Can you make money selling clothes on eBay? Well, of course. But, as with all items you sell on eBay, how much money you make depends on researching what types of clothing sell best on eBay. If you just want to empty your closets and make a few bucks selling your used clothes, you can do that. But, if you want to make serious money selling clothing on eBay, you must do your research!

So, the first step in learning how to sell clothes on eBay, is learning what clothes in particular are in demand and actually sell.  To do this, you must look at the completed auctions and actually see what items have sold for, and what items are actually selling.

It's one thing to see an item listed for hundreds of dollars and think that's what you would make selling that item, but quite another to go in and see if they actually sold for that amount.

Let's look at women's jeans, for example. A recent look at completed auctions showed some demand for certain styles of 7 for all Mankind, True Religion, and PRPS, with some fetching a couple hundred dollars or more. Of course, you'll find more sales in the $70 to $75 range than you will in the $200 range. And, you'll find plenty of Levi's, Gap, Old Navy and DKNY jeans which sold for under $5. Yes, you may even find a pair of 7 for all Mankind which sold for under $5.

It all comes down to research: what styles are popular; what sizes are popular; are there any similarities with auction end times and days?

Besides researching clothing demand and sales, there are many other things you must consider when selling clothing on eBay:

1. Take detailed photos. You'll want to photograph the entire item, as well as any detailed designs or logos on the clothing, as well as the tag. Remember, however, that a photograph doesn't preclude you from giving a full and accurate description,

2. Be honest with your item description. eBay buyers heavily rely on your description, so give an accurate account of the item’s condition. State whether it is in excellent condition, perfect, wearable, or still looks like it’s never been worn. If it's New, with Tags (NWT), state that as well.

Also be sure to tell your customers the flaws or damages that may be present in your item, such as stains, moth holes, split seams, faded fabric, missing buttons, and the like. Never mislead your customers and overlook the flaws. Your feedback will certainly suffer if you do.

3. Give the measurements. You need to tell the measurements of hips, waist, and bust. Other buyers, however, want to know the complete measurements, so be ready with the bodice, length, width, hemline, and so on.

4. Tell the overall structure of the garment. If it is a dress, is it billowy? Is the neckline too low? The sleeves have turn-back cuffs? If you can get more specific and use the proper terminologies, the better.

5. Describe the fabric, trimmings, and mode of construction. You can look at the label of the garment to know the fabric. However, there are some instances the garment doesn’t come with its original label, so you might be able to guess, but be sure to note that in your description, that there is no label, but you think it might be this type of fabric. And, be honest about your guesses. Don't "guess" it's silk when it's apparent it's polyester.

6. Don't lie and say the garment is vintage just to garner a higher price or more traffic to your listing. Really, truly, last year's blouse is not vintage. If it's styled like a vintage garment (such as a reproduction bowling shirt), then you can state that it's vintage styling, or a vintage reproduction.

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