Poshmark...the perfect place for passing on your previously loved pieces

I started selling on posh mark almost a year ago, and it's honestly been amazing.  I've always done eBay, I started when I was in 11th grade on my dad's account and have been selling for over 10 years, but for lesser known brands and trendy pieces, posh mark is the place to sell your stuff.

I've sold everything from a Gucci Tom ford barrel bag that didn't look right on my short frame, to a target pair of flats that were too narrow. I've also scored tory burch flip flops, a lululemon running vest, and gorgeous BCBG gown I wore to a gala for a fraction of the price, and re-poshed it a few weeks later. Posh literally helps pay my rent, let's my style have a constant circulation, and keeps my tiny closet from overflowing.

To start selling on posh, you just need stuff you no longer wear (those jbrands that were on sale that never quite fit, the statement necklace that swallows you). There are certain things that you can't posh, refer to posh guidelines for these items. Then, you must master the cover shot. 

Your covershot is the first thing people see. It is what sells your item. Give the buyer ideas on how to style your piece. At the same time, make sure your buyers know what the item is that you are selling. There is nothing more frustrating that clicking a listing with an amazing rebecca minkoff crossbody, come to find out they are selling the tank that's under a blazer that's covered by the bag. I usually use a photo app to focus in on my piece, or use flares to highlight the item I am selling.

Make sure your photos are well lit, clear, and in a clean space. I have some issues with always having a clean space living in a tiny loft and just being generally a mess.. I also utilize editing apps to mask this and blue my surroundings when I have to. 

Make sure you answer questions promptly. Trust me, half won't answer you back after you take the time to provide measurements, extra pics, etc, but such is life. It's a frustrating part of posh, but some people just won't respond after you counter offer or provide more info. 

Keep all dustbags, care cards, authenticity, packing matierals, tags, boxes, wraps, & more. It makes it easier to sell the item later, vouch for authenticity, and helps answer questions on color, style number and specifics, and it's free packaging for other items! 

Some more dos and donts:

Don't harass potential buyers. If someone shares or likes your post, don't ask them if they are interested. If they are, they will inquire.

Do share to posh parties! I try to line up items in my closet at the top of my closet the night before (especially on work days) so I can easily share them when I have a second. There's a kate spade, zara and jcrew party tomorrow, so I've already set my closet so those brands are at the top and ready to share for exposure. 

Don't ask 'what's your lowest?' Or low ball. It's insulting. Sellers set a price (see the next do) and asking what the lowest they will take or low balling isn't the most polite thing to do. You wouldn't go to Bloomies and ask what the lowest price is, right? But there's no shame in asking what their current sales are or if they are offering any discounts. Typically, sellers offer 'bundle' discounts for the more items you buy (Mine is 20%). Dont make an offer more than 20%-30% the sellers asking price.  

Do research your items! You don't want to list an item too high or too low. I know, you paid $168 for that juicy hoodie a few years ago, but not many people are demanding them at the moment and they aren't going to pay anywhere close to that..search sold and current listings of similar items to set a fair price. That being said, you don't want to short change yourself either and sell your barely worn zara jacket for $50 less than you can get.

Don't wait too long to send your orders. The buyer pays right away and is excited to get it! Pack it with love and care and send promptly. I sometimes stick in an item that's similar to the one they bought for an extra surpise as long as the package isn't overweight. It's great to hear the seller is thrilled with the freebie and will more likely come back or share. 

Do visit my closet and let me know so I can follow you back! Use this code HSJJW to get posh credit towards your next purchase and if you happen to find something you can't live without, mention this post for an additional discount. 

Happy poshing!

https://poshmark.com/closet/cleverandcatchy