http://uk.ebid.net/perl/main.cgi?mo=...wroom&sort=1-0
Any thoughts? I have a lot of clothes on at the moment but they're not really moving much.
cheers
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http://uk.ebid.net/perl/main.cgi?mo=...wroom&sort=1-0
Any thoughts? I have a lot of clothes on at the moment but they're not really moving much.
cheers
Prices look ok to me, but sadly nothing there that'll fit me. As clothes not moving, well mine seem to shift in batches: nothing for a couple of months and then several in one go. it's all very unpredictable
OK, thanks for the feedback.
I've noticed this problem before with clothing for sale here. The sizes given are (I'm sure) U.K. standards. They are not the same as U.S. sizes, so I don't know which ones (if any) will fit me. I need the measurements before I will buy. This is true across the board, not just women's clothing, and it could be a big factor.
The prices look reasonable to me, if I spotted something I liked, that I was sure would fit.
Just had a peek and first thing that struck me was that you don't display your goods on dummies.
They would show off your goods so much better! Your listings would look more professional and show your customers that you care about what you are doing.
Get your presentation right and then, your prices might then appear too low!
<Why are they selling that smart top so cheap?> <dunno! Maybe it's rubbish> ;) :) :) :)
I prefer to see measurements - more important than whether most things are on a dummy or not.......I KNOW how they will look on me!! lol. But, as you say, size matters!! I wear an 8-10-12 in US, and a 12-16 in UK,......sizes aren't comparable. T-shirts - S-M-L etc are pretty universal. Blouses, shirts, skirts, jeans - please...I wish all sellers would give measurements in inches. You have nice things, and prices look very good....no problem!
Hi DoubleH,Quote:
Originally Posted by DoubleHappinessRecords
it's hard to sell used clothing anywhere ... you practically have to give it away.
For example ... would anyone want to pay almost £4.00 for an ordinary t'shirt ? (item 33417315) or £7.00 for a used Burton top? (Remember, buyer has to pay postal charges too!)
You need to sell used designer and well known labelled clothes at reasonable prices, if you want quick sales. Sadly, the run of the mill stuff will linger in your shop until someone fancies what you have. Check out other selling/auction venues, mentioning no names, see what sellers are asking for their used items of clothing. Remember that many high street stores sell off their stuff at cheap prices.
As HerMajesty says, always measure your items of clothing, and try and let your would-be buyers know what the sizes are in cm and inches.
I am sometimes an 8, 10 or 12 .... all depends on the actual measurements of the garment, actual stated sizes vary soooo much!
Also, quite a few folk wonder what material the garment is made from ... will it be machine- washable? Ironed?
The more info you give, the better chance you have of a sale, and also, reducing the risk of some buyer wanting to return the goods coz it just don't fit!!!!
Good Luck, and best wishes for many more sales in the future.
XXX
I agree 110% and lack of standardized sizing in women's clothing is a major PITA. IMHO, women's clothing should be sized like men's clothing, by ruler measurements, and not by abstract numbers as 4, 8, 10, 22, that don't mean a thing when it comes down to it.Quote:
Originally Posted by HerMajesty
One other thought, IMHO clothing is seasonal and most people seem to shop for items during the season they're most apt to wear them.
Best wishes for many sales to all,
I've taken a quick browse through the gallery view and picked on a few items for a 'closer look' - I agree with a few of the other replies in that more info is needed in the item description
Perhaps the make of the item - Next, Burtons etc. I know that in most cases it is in the title, but reinforce it in the description.
Perhaps the USA equivalent in the sizing - it may help encourage overseas sales.
Perhaps provide the actual measurements of the garment when laid flat - nothing complicated - length, waist, hips, accross the bust - that sort of thing. I have found that sizes vary so much between makes. Giving the actual measurements makes it easier for any buyer to see if it will fit them, or not.
What is the garment made from? cotton, silk, linen, synthetic, wool, etc The label should give this info
Does it have any particular laundry requirements - hand wash, dry clean etc. The label should give this info
These are some of the things I look for when buying clothing online - used or new; and by providing the info upfront, you're eliminating the need for a buyer to ask the questions, and may catch the 'impulse' buyer.
I would imagine that clothing is a slow mover, unless you have something that really stands out. It probably is a case of having the right size, and colour combination for the right buyer. At least with eBid there's no relisting fees with seller+ and the only fee you'd pay would be when the item/s sell so if you've got the space I'd keep them listed until the right buyer comes along.
I hope the above helps.
Thanks for the comments.
As for a clothes dummy I will bear it in mind but it would be a bulky item to store, and clothes are not my main sales anyway.
The brand should be re-stated in all descriptions, I c+p the listing title into all descriptions.
Material is missing from a lot of descriptions I must admit, it is supposed to be in all but I have omitted it, will have to see if I can remedy this.
The general comments about the second-hand clothes market are appreciated, it is a buyer's market for sure.
I do prefer selling records, to be honest!
Yer knickers need to come down! Attachment 20891Quote:
Are my prices on clothes too high?
LOL! :) A former Grace Brothers employee, no doubt...Quote:
Originally Posted by Pink_Panther
Best wishes for many sales to all,
LOL'ed! Ooh you are naughtyQuote:
Originally Posted by Pink_Panther
Whose?Quote:
Originally Posted by Pink_Panther
Surely not DoubleHappinessRecords's ??? I didn't see any listed.
(absolutely cracking up with laughter) http://serve.mysmiley.net/happy/happy0194.gif
DoubleHappiness, your prices look excellent to me. But bear in mind almost all my clothing shopping is done among used clothes, with the absolute exceptions of shoes, underwear and socks. I would NEVER buy them used. I can understand some people's aversion to wearing any type of used clothes: they feel creeped out to think other people have worn them. But my attitude is you wear used hospital gowns, you sleep on used BUT LAUNDERED hotel bedding, and you might occasionally or in an emergency wear clothes borrowed from friends. Also I make sure to launder all used clothes before I wear them so that comforts me.
Anyway, as others have said, your prices are fine but it IS a buyer's market. I for one shop here on eBid for used clothes because i just can't stand to pay full retail prices any more. It seems a waste to me. Leave your listings up longterm and eventually, I hope, somebody will be happy to shop in your stores rather than having to go out on foot somewhere and pay ridiculous prices.
Mannequins or dummies might help but I think your clear photos of the garments on hangers are good enough, especially if you give pertinent garment measurements. Even if you list that the size is, for example UK 8, we all know size 8 clothes vary tremendously among manufacturers, styles and intended degree of tightness. If any of your clothes have never been laundered, that's important to state too, because often clothes shrink appreciably upon being washed and dried!
Thanks for the reply Ada, that's encouraging. Funnily enough I made a couple of sales of clothes since I started this thread, so I guess this has worked out as a sneaky form of marketing, will have to remember that! :)
BTW, I'm likin' your avatar... What could be better than a nice looking girl with a cool glass of beer :D
Thanks for sharing different things to us, These are very useful to the users who want to buy the second hand items. I saw your links, in this link there are many items are available, but all are old models only, there is no new trend fashion dresses. I need latest trend dresses only, so is there any dresses are available in your shop?
I have over 1800 items of clothing listed, and clothing is a slow mover. Agree totally with others about sizing, and if stated on the item I give all the options, at times it will just say '12', no US, UK, Albanian or anything. And sizes between manufacturers can also vary, so a Calvin Klein might be different from a DKNY of the same size, total madness. It would help everybody if a standard sizing structure was applied to all clothing.
One thing that eBid could do is provide a section where we could put size charts, a simple conversion chart for UK, US, EU would be a good start, but also with manufacturer sizes as well, as these frequently have additional information such as height, weight (especially childrens), chest measurements etc. It might help sales as many people have stated on this thread, they will not buy if they are not sure it will fit.
I agree with you.Quote:
Originally Posted by DoubleHappinessRecords
When I used to sell on TOS - I sold some average name brands like The Limited & Garage, nothing designer, yet, I measured the heck out of them, and had I stayed there, I would be selling BECAUSE, as stated, I recorded the exact garment measurements and made it a point to emphasize that so people would not think they were body measurements. I said they would have to measure themselves to see if they had enough ease or 'wiggle room' to fit. I had 2 repeat customers in my short stint over there.
I really don't want to sell clothing either. Most of all, I don't want it coming back.
Takes a lot of time and effort. Make sure your item is worth the bucks.
I only list a few things here - I am considering pulling them - I don't deal in designer stuff.
I've been here since September and sold 1 sewing pattern. Although, all our situations are different.
Best to you!