26 years of knowledge in the buy, sell and trade world and what to do with it.....resources
People often ask how and where I source my clothing, shoes and accessories. . After 20 years in business and being a buyer for more than 26 years I am ready to share what I have learned. I am working on a more in depth source guide that will be shared upon completion. This will include the ins and outs of the buy, sell and trade world. Plus more information and resource guides on everything i've learned in the last 20 plus years in this business. As I complete each section of information I will release it on my Shopify website in digital form. This has become a bigger project than I had anticipated and I am here for it, its just going to take more time than I had initially thought. The end result is going to amazing and I am so excited to share it with you. sign up on our subscribers list to be the first to receive updates and releases.
For now I am offering a basic outline of sourcing for buy, sell and trade here...
- Thrift Stores. Local and within a 100 mile radius of where you live. Google maps can help you find them by typing in "thrift store" map the places and start from the ones farthest aways and work your way closer to home. This can start as a day trip or a weekend of fun. Look for discount colors, coupons and student/teacher/military ID days.
- Yard Sales, Garage Sales, Estate Sales. There are many different websites online that specifically list these types of sales. One great one for estate sales is estatesales.net from here you can put in your zip code and look for estate sales near you.
- Facebook Marketplace is a great resource for local connections that can sometimes lead to big lots of clothing. Its a place to be friendly and open where you can ask a lot of leading questions that can end up being a treasure trove.
- Flea Markets, Markets. The price points at these places are great resources if you are shopping for yourself and if you are a reseller, depending on your optimal price point. Not all markets are created equal, some are a dud, some you have to dig, some have everything on hangers ( usually more expensive )
- Depop, Etsy, Poshmark, Ebay etc. These selling platforms vary in price points and are good for buying for yourself and can be good for resellers depending on what you are looking for and what you are willing to pay. Be sure to set aside some serious time for scrolling.
- Rag Houses. These are large facilities set up for bulk buying, perfect for a business /resell. You have to have a business license and there are minimums. These places will require you to go in with a plan and plenty of time to dig. Not all rag houses are created equal. They used to be an industry secret but are getting more and more well known.
- Buying from the public/friends/grandmas friends/neighbors. Depending if you are a online store, brick and mortar, market seller or are just buying for yourself be open to the possibility of buying from anyone. It is standard to buy in bulk or at a percentage rate of what you will be selling the item for ( generally for store buyers ) or offer a bulk price for large lots or single prices for smaller buys.
MORE TO COME......
