The fashionistas.ai blog
Straight answers for people who buy and sell secondhand: what each app really charges, how to price, how to spot fakes, how to get the size right, and how to see it on you before you pay.
FeesPoshmark vs Depop vs Mercari vs Vinted: every seller fee, comparedWhat Poshmark, Depop, Mercari, Vinted, eBay, Grailed and Etsy actually charge sellers in 2026, with worked payouts at $10, $30 and $100. Last checked Oct 2026.
PricingHow to price used clothes so they actually sellA step-by-step method for pricing secondhand clothes: find sold comps, adjust for condition and season, add fees, and leave room for offers. Works on any resale app.
SourcingThe best clothing brands to resell, and how to check any brand yourselfWhich clothing, shoe and accessory brands tend to resell well, why they hold value, and how to check real demand for any brand yourself before you buy to flip.
AuthenticationHow to spot a fake designer bag before you buy secondhandPractical checks for spotting counterfeit Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and Prada bags secondhand: stitching, hardware, date codes, heat stamps and seller red flags.
AuthenticationHow to spot fake sneakers when you buy secondhandHow to tell if sneakers are fake when buying secondhand: box label, size tag, stitching, shape, smell, insoles and seller red flags, plus brand-specific checks.
PhotosHow to photograph clothes to sell online with just your phoneTake resale photos that sell with just a phone: light, background, flat lay vs hanger vs worn, the shot list buyers expect, and how to show flaws honestly.
CrosslistingThe crosslisting guide: sell the same item on several apps at onceWhat crosslisting is, why it sells items faster, how to do it manually or with tools, which apps allow it, and how to avoid double-selling the same item.
Try-onVirtual try-on for secondhand clothes: see it on you before you buyHow AI virtual try-on works for resale shopping, what it can and can't show, how to take a photo that gives good results, and how to use it with any listing link.
SizingClothing size conversion: US, UK, EU, Italian and Japanese sizesConvert women's and men's clothing sizes between US, UK, EU, Italy and Japan, plus why vintage and brand sizes differ and how to use measurements to buy secondhand.
SizingShoe size conversion: US, UK, EU and centimetersConvert shoe sizes between US men's, US women's, UK, EU and centimeters, why brands differ, and how to measure your foot to buy secondhand shoes and sneakers.
ShippingHow to ship clothes cheaply when you sell onlineThe cheapest ways to ship clothes and shoes you sell online: poly mailers vs boxes, weighing and dimensions, prepaid app labels vs discounted carrier labels, and packing tips.
VintageHow to date vintage clothing from its labels, zippers and seamsHow to tell how old vintage clothing is: care labels, RN numbers, union labels, zippers, stitching and fabric clues, decade by decade, for buyers and resellers.
SneakersHow to sell sneakers online for the best priceSell new and used sneakers online for the best price: check sold prices, photograph the details buyers want, choose between eBay, GOAT, StockX, Grailed and Poshmark.
StylingHow to style thrifted clothes so your outfits look intentionalHow to turn secondhand finds into outfits that look put together: building around one statement piece, mixing eras, tailoring, color, fit and seeing it on you first.
DecorHow to see art on your wall before you buy itHow to preview art, prints and mirrors on your own wall at real scale before you buy: measuring, choosing sizes, hanging height, and using See in my space.
ListingsHow to write resale titles and descriptions that get found and soldWrite titles and descriptions buyers actually find on Poshmark, Depop, Mercari and eBay: keyword order, condition wording, measurements, hashtags and a copy-ready template.
MeasurementsHow to measure clothes for online listingsExactly where to measure clothes for online listings: pit to pit, length, shoulders, sleeves, waist, rise, inseam, hips and insoles, with tips buyers trust.
ComparisonDepop vs Poshmark vs Mercari vs Vinted: which app should you sell on?An honest comparison of Depop, Poshmark, Mercari and Vinted for US sellers: buyers, what sells, fees, shipping, effort and which app suits which items. Fees checked Oct 2026.
BuyingHow to buy secondhand clothes online safely, and get the fit rightA buyer's guide to resale apps: check sellers and listings, ask the right questions, avoid scams, get the fit right with measurements and try-on, and use buyer protection.
Getting startedHow to start reselling clothes: a beginner's guideStart reselling clothes online from your own closet: what to sell first, which app, photos, pricing, shipping, sourcing more inventory, records and taxes basics.