How I Made £200 in 2 Days on Vinted
After years of thrifting, I know exactly how to sell your stuff fast.
To say I’m obsessed with Vinted is an understatement. Most of my wardrobe is thrifted, and a huge chunk of it came from this second-hand marketplace.
Looking for something new to add to my wardrobe? Vinted.
Hunting down a very specific item? Vinted.
Seen something I like but don't want to pay full price? Vinted, obviously.
It's the first place I go to shop and I always manage to find what I need.
While I love shopping on Vinted, I also love using the app to sell things. It’s the quickest way to clear out clothes I’m not wearing anymore and make a little extra cash in the process. And selling your clothes could actually be a better choice than donating them to charity shops. Here’s why:
After years of thrifting online, I’ve learned how to find the best deals—and make sales—fast.
I recently did a massive wardrobe clear-out, something I haven't done in a long time, and ended up with quite a large pile of items I needed to get rid of. Obviously my first thought was, "I should sell these on Vinted."
Now, I’m no professional reseller just a clothes lover, thrift enthusiast, and someone who’s picked up a few tricks for selling things quickly. But in just two days, I had £200 in my Vinted balance. Here's how I did it.
How I Made £200 in 2 Days on Vinted
Here’s exactly what I sold and how much I made. I’ve included the full listing titles so you can see how I described each item, the details I included, and what buyers were willing to pay.
Cropped Plaid Tartan Big Collar Shirt – £5
Lazy Oaf My Favourite T-Sh*t T-Shirt – £15
Patagonia Ultralight Black Mini Hip Pack – £12
Groundtruth Cross Body Bag 2.5L – £10
Ganni Ruffle Collar Wavy Waist Oversize Wrap Dress – £100
Everlane Corduroy Mini Dress – £15
Vegetarian Shoes Roller Belt – £8
Bundle 1: Teva Universal Sandals (90s Multi Colour), Everlane Perform Sports Bra & Nobody’s Child Wide-Leg Trousers – £21
Bundle 2: Crocs Unisex Cutie Crush Clog & Daisy Street Gingham Smock Dress – £18
Total: £204
How You Can Make Money on Vinted, Fast
In just two days, I had £200 pending in my Vinted balance. No fancy reseller techniques, just smart pricing, good timing, and an eagerness to get rid of things I no longer needed as quickly as possible.
Step 1: Prep Your Clothes (And Clean Them, Please)
No one wants to buy your dirty, wrinkled clothes! Yet I'm always surprised with how many sellers are OK with listing items that look like they were fished out of the laundry basket—crusty stains, lint-filled pockets and all. Gross.
Please take the time to wash everything and check it over for any flaws. Even if your clothes are already clean, a quick steam will get rid of the wrinkles. Fresh, crumple-free clothes look so much better in photos and help create that “new” look, even when they’re obviously second-hand.
Step 2: Take Clear Photographs
Good photos are really important. They are the difference between making a quick sale or having something sitting around for weeks. You don’t need professional looking shots—just use natural light, a plain clean background, and make sure the whole item is in the frame (you’d be surprised how often sellers fail to do this!).
People want to know exactly what they’re buying, so I made sure to take multiple shots of each item from all angles. If there’s a flaw, show it. No one likes a fibber. The more upfront you are, the less time you'll spend answering endless questions and more time packing up sales. And don't worry about photographing items being worn, it's a lot of effort (for items you want to sell quickly) and some buyers hate that anyway.
Step 3: Set Up Drafts In Advance
I like to be organised, and being organised pays off. I set up my listings as drafts a whole day in advance. This meant, when I was ready to post, all I had to do was hit publish without wasting time typing descriptions, pricing items, or looking for label info. Rushing to get things done means more mistakes will be made.
A couple of days before I planned to list my items, I took all the photographs. And while photographing the items, I noted down all the key details about each item such as the brand, size, condition, and any flaws. This gave me all the time I needed to prep my listings without rushing.
Step 4: Describe Items Properly
Don't be lazy. I know it’s tedious to write descriptions for dozens of items all at once (this is why planning ahead helps!), but a rushed listing with missing details will only slow down your sales. Make sure to include the brand, size, measurements, colour, and extra details that might make the item more appealing.
Think like a buyer. People search using specific terms, so make sure your titles and descriptions match what they’re looking for. No one’s typing in "nice top"—they’re searching for "90s vintage floral dress" or "oversized boxy blazer." Be specific. The more detailed you are, the faster your items will sell.
Step 5: List Your Items at the Right Time
Timing is everything. I listed my clothes late Friday afternoon because that’s when people are on their phones, scrolling through Vinted, looking for something to buy. Getting my listings up before the weekend gave buyers time to browse, save their favourites, and make offers. Plus, it gave me time to respond to messages and send out any sales.
Nobody wants their listings to get buried under a pile of new ones. So, I posted 1-2 listings every 30 minutes to an hour. Spacing out my listings meant anyone following me would get notifications, and even those not following would see my listings pop up more often in their recommended feed.
Step 6: Price Things Fairly (No One Cares What You Paid For It)
Your stuff is worth less than you originally paid for it. Yes, even if it still has the tags on. Don’t get hung up on the sunk cost fallacy, thinking you’ll somehow make all your money back. It’s not going to happen. If you actually want your items to sell (instead of watching them sit there for weeks), you’ve got to be realistic.
I priced my prices low but fair, maybe a little too low. But that’s exactly why they sold so quickly! People shop second-hand because they want a deal. If you want to shift your unwanted stuff as fast as possible, give people the bargain they're looking for.
Step 7: Accept Offers
I was quick to accept offers. Maybe too quick, but it worked. The quicker I accepted, the faster my stuff was gone, and the quicker I could get the cash. I wanted everything out of my apartment ASAP, and my urgency paid off. If you want to make as much money as possible on each item, wait at least a day before accepting offers or dropping the price of your items.
If you want to speed things up, here’s a little tip: price your items 5-10% higher than what you expect to sell them for. This gives you a little wiggle room for accepting offers. They get a deal, you get close to your target price. Everyone's happy
Step 8: Turn On Bundles
People love a deal, and when they see the chance to get more for less, they’re willing to pay for it. I managed to clear out the bulk of my items all at once to just a couple of buyers because I offered them bundle deals: 10% discount on two items, 15% on three, and 25% off five items.
If you want to increase your chances of selling your items more quickly, I recommend enabling bundles and setting generous discounts. Yes, you get slightly less money for each item but it helps you sell things quicker with fewer deliveries. This is especially effective when you’ve got low-cost items that might not be worth buying on their own because of the extra fees.
Step 9: Reply Quickly (Yes, Even To Annoying Questions)
Buyers want a fast response. It makes you look reliable and could be the difference between making a sale or letting your stuff gather dust. I made sure to reply almost immediately, and most things sold shortly after. That might not be realistic for you, but try to respond within a couple of hours for the best results.
Sellers love to moan about buyers asking endless questions. But honestly, I’d rather answer a few messages than deal with a return or a bad review. After a back-and-forth over dress measurements, I finally sold an item that had been sitting unsold for weeks—and for a great price. A little effort upfront makes all the difference.
Step 10: Send It Fast (Because You Won’t Get Paid Until You Do)
You won’t see a penny of the money you make until the buyer has their package, so get those parcels out the door ASAP! The quicker you ship, the quicker you get paid. To make life easier for yourself, change your delivery settings (if you haven’t done this already, do it now). There’s no point traipsing across town just to send a £5 top so pick the most convenient options for you.
I prefer using the InPost Lockers. There are several within walking distance of my apartment, I can check locker space on the app, and I don’t have to deal with any people. I just drop off my parcels while out walking the dog. It’s quick, hassle-free, and means I can post items almost as soon as they sell.
Love this guide that’s packed with practical tips! I’ve made some good money on Poshmark but sometimes get frustrated at how long it can take for a $10 top to sell so i will have to try this method
Great tips
Thanks Sophie