MARTIN Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert (MSE) has revealed how you can find new clothes second-hand – and make huge savings.
In the latest MSE newsletter, the team revealed how you can refresh your wardrobe for less and even bag cheap designer items.
Martin Lewis has revealed how to find top brands at reduced prices
It comes as figures revealed households will spend £150 more on clothes this year as prices are soaring amid the cost of living crisis.
But with a growing number of apps and websites for reselling clothes, it is now easier than ever find bargains.
And charity shops are also becoming increasingly popular among bargain hunters.
MSE said there are gems to be found among other people’s discarded belongings.
The team found a £197 designer bodysuit for sale in a YMCA charity shop for £6 – £191 less than its original retail price.
They also found unsold clothes and surplus stock from brands such as Zara, M&S and Pretty Little Thing.
MSE also explained how to use apps like Depop and Vinted to find everything from high street brands and designer gear.
And MSE has revealed that there is a way to find brand new clothes on the app, without sifting through thousands of used items.
If you use the filters available on each site or app, you can sort through your preferences and select the condition you want.
The apps have a both “new with tags” and “new without tags” options for shoppers to choose from.
The “new without tags” option means the seller removed the labels but still hasn’t worn the item.
MSE warned that this isn’t a complete guarantee, and if you want something that is definitely brand new, you should always select “new with tags”.
The team then tried to find brand new items searching this way, and managed to find a brand-new £36 Asos dress being sold for £3 on Vinted.
Where else can I buy second-hand clothes?
There are lots of second-hand apps that you can use to find top brands at reduced prices.
Most apps are free, but some may take a fee or a commission if choose to sell on them.
Vinted
Vinted is great for selling everything from sportswear to high street brands and designer gear.
Buyers pay a fee of 3% to 8% plus 30p-80p, to cover refunds if their items do not arrive or if they get damaged in the post.
Depop
Depop is popular with students because it looks like Instagram and is easy to use.
It tailors listings shoppers see according to the brands and styles they have previously liked and searched for.
Facebook Marketplace
Another easy way to sell to local buyers using just your Facebook account.
Most users are looking for a quick sale, so you might just find a bargain.
eBay
If you sell on eBay, you can list up to 1,000 items a month for free.
You’ll pay commission of 12.8 per cent on what you sell, plus a 30p fee.
The sum on which commission is calculated includes postage, tax and other fees, which can bump it up.
You’ll also pay more if your item sells for over £2,500 or if you want to add a “buy it now” price.
Meanwhile, we spoke to a Depop expert on how you can make hundreds of pounds selling old clothes online.
Plus, a charity shop expert has revealed the first place you should always look in shops for the best bargains.
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