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Daily Mail
8 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Shoppers baffled as Vinted is flooded with more than 120 identical Zara skirts in perfect condition
Second-hand shoppers are scratching their heads after noticing dozens of units of the same Zara skirt are being listed on Vinted. The yellow sequin skirt, designed by the Spanish-owned retailer, has been listed more than 120 times on the platform for second hand purchases, according to one shopper. The bizarre phenomenon has led to speculation that the item may have been reduced instore, prompting a flurry of business-minded thrifters to pick it up for a cheap rate and resell it on Vinted at a profit. Yuliya Kyrpo had been researching ways to build her own reselling app by 'monitoring and observing' what is happening on Vinted when she spotted this trend with the skirt as well as other Zara clothes. The reseller posted several screen recordings of skirts to her TikTok, @ where some were selling the clothing for more than £60 and writing over it 'how many yellow sequin Zara skirts can you spot?' She added: 'Is it me or has Vinted turned into Refund Centre?' She then went on to comment: 'Can someone please explain why did 124 people bought this skirt and selling it on Vinted full price and brand new? 'Surely it can't be that everyone missed their return deadline? I'm seeing more and more of this, this shopping phenomenon needs to be studied!' Ms Kyrpo told Femail: 'I started to notice that the algorithm is pushing similar things to me and then I saw there several of the same item. 'It made me think "what's wrong with it, why do so many people want to resell it" 'Sometimes people wear it once and it doesn't fit quite perfectly, or there's something else that's wrong with it, or people miss the deadline to return it. 'So there are multiple, different reasons that people sell it on. The small business owner added: 'But the more it looked, it seemed like people were just buying a piece of clothing and selling it straight away. 'I'm starting to see people then selling these clothes at full price, which just takes away from the whole idea of from second-hand. 'I mean, I don't mind paying for something full price if I really really want something like, but there's so many of these that it actually becomes comical.' She joked: 'It may be sold out in Zara, but it's certainly not sold out on Vinted.' People online were just as shocked as Ms Kyrpo, with one user saying: 'Drives me insane it's from the sale and people are doing it for profit! See it so much.' Prices from the skirt varied from around £30 to more than double that at £60 Another wrote: 'This skirt had 70% off the original price in my Zara the other day, probably why!!' One person added: 'People did the same with kids clothes in the next sale bought them and sold them for double the price. joke' While another said: 'Resellers. Buy in the sale then re-sell on vinted for more £' However, some others thought there might be so many of the same skirt because people kept missing their returns date, with Ms Kyrpo herself writing in her comment 'surely it can't be that everyone missed their return deadline?' But one user chimed in explaining that 'I have adhd and forget to return them in time all the time'. Others made more of a dig at people who would have bought the item to only wear once and wanted to make up for the loss. The excessive posts of the clothing led to some people speculating online that the skirt was reduced in store and savvy thrifters wanted to sell it on Vinted for an increased price or had worn it once and wanted to make up some of their money One user joked: 'All the people who wore to Ibiza & now need to recoup some ££!' But then another woman agreed, adding 'I wore this skirt to Calvin Harris at Ushuaïa in Ibiza on Tuesday there were 5 of us wearing it in just our little area no wonder there's so many for sale!!' However, some people said the sizing was an issue and that may be why so many were being resold. 'I got this skirt and love it, but I didn't realise when I tried it on, how massive it is!! I'm an L and I could have easily got in an S,' one woman wrote.
The Independent
11 hours ago
- Business
- The Independent
Evri cashes in on second-hand boom with record number of deliveries
Evri delivered more parcels than ever over the past year as it cashed in on the growth of 'bedroom CEOs' selling second-hand items and newer delivery opportunities like car parts and flowers. The West Yorkshire-based group said it delivered more than 807 million parcels over the year to the end of February. This was 11% more than the 730 million the previous year, and represents a 25% increase in parcel numbers in the last two years. Revenues for the company jumped by 12% to £1.85 billion year-on-year, it revealed. Evri said sales growth was partly fuelled by the booming popularity of second-hand marketplaces like eBay and Vinted, which has shown no sign of easing. The trend for buying and selling items online has created more opportunities for the parcel firm, with social media platforms like TikTok's shop helping change shopper behaviour, it said. Martijn de Lange, Evri's chief executive, said: 'It was a year that saw us expand our client base into new sectors, including fresh food, car parts and floristry, and grow our presence in existing ones. 'We continue to meet increased demand for customer-to-customer deliveries for online marketplaces, as buyer and seller behaviour changes – fuelled by scroll and spend social commerce sites such as TikTok's shop. 'Evri's tech-enabled convenience is equipping a growing army of bedroom CEOs who are shaping the future of ecommerce.' Evri, which was previously part of the Hermes parcel group, revealed that it spent £57 million over the financial year on its operations and technology in a bid to improve service levels. It has previously highlighted an improvement in its ratings over recent years but said there was 'more to do' to improve with some customers continuing to report delivery issues. The group recently announced it was joining forces with DHL's UK ecommerce arm to form one of the country's biggest delivery firms. The deal means Evri will enter the UK business letter market for the first time, bolstering its competition to Royal Mail.
The Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
I've made £5.6k on Vinted & here are the 7 items you need to upload NOW – a particular skirt sells instantly for a start
A SAVVY Vinted seller has revealed the seven items and brands that are selling well on the second-hand platform. Chloe Chandler, 25, a side hustler from the UK, has made over £5,600 on Vinted thanks to her very simple tips. 6 6 6 6 So if you've got a wardrobe full of clothes and shoes you never wear, you've come to the right place and will need to listen up. The fashion fan who has cashed in £5,641.07 through the marketplace app, confirmed that not only are white maxi skirts selling instantly at the moment, but there's an old brand that is sure to fill your wallet. The content creator and Vinted enthusiast, who buys and sells on the app 'every single day,' took to social media to share her top tips and tricks, leaving many totally stunned. The blonde-haired beauty, who is a top Vinted seller with over 500 five star reviews, said: 'These are the brands and the items that are selling really well on Vinted at the moment. 'I add things to my favourites and then wait and see what sells - and all of these have sold and are doing really well as listings on Vinted at the moment. 'So whether you are selling your old bits and bobs or you are a reseller, these are the things that you should be listing.' Maxi skirts First things first, Chloe stressed that maxi skirts in any colour are selling 'so well on Vinted at the moment.' In particular, she recognised that white tiered maxi skirts will move fast, as she beamed: 'I buy maxi skirts all the time, but specifically the tiered ones that are becoming more popular. 'Specifically ones that are vintage - so if you have one with an old label in or it's Jane Norman or any sort of quirky brands, they are selling so fast. 'Every single maxi skirt that I add to my favourites is sold in 30 minutes. It's insane. I'm a Vinted whizz who's made £5k in less than a year - the top 5 items currently selling & how to boost low views 'So if you have an old maxi skirt or if you are wanting to make a profit, maxi skirts are really really good at the moment.' Jane Norman Secondly, Chloe revealed that Jane Norman is one brand that is popular on the app at the moment. She continued: 'This brand was really popular back in the early 2000s, but it's slowly coming back into fashion and it is doing so well on Vinted. 'Just make sure you price your items correctly, do your research. 'I've seen some people uploading stuff that is Jane Norman, thinking that it's not worth anything for about £2 and then it gets sold and relisted for £20 plus. 'It's a very, very popular brand at the moment.' Do you need to pay tax on items sold on Vinted? QUICK facts on tax from the team at Vinted... The only time that an item might be taxable is if it sells for more than £6,000 and there is profit (sells for more than you paid for it). Even then, you can use your capital gains tax-free allowance of £3,000 to offset it. Generally, only business sellers trading for profit (buying goods with the purpose of selling for more than they paid for them) might need to pay tax. Business sellers who trade for profit can use a tax-free allowance of £1,000, which has been in place since 2017. More information here: Jellycats If you're in need of some cash and your little one has shelves full of Jellycats, you may want to think about selling some, as Chloe recognised: 'These always do well on Vinted. 'Just make sure that if you are clearing out your children's toys, you are checking the tags - even if it's books, some books are by Jellycat, so have a look at the labels. 'Make sure that you aren't giving anything away or selling something at a car boot sale that is actually worth quite a lot. 'Jellycats are increasing in popularity, so these do so well on Vinted.' She also advised: 'Just make sure that they are genuine - there are a lot of fakes. Google how to tell if they're real.' Trainers As well as this, Chloe urged sellers to upload their trainers to the marketplace app, as she explained: 'Trainers always do well on Vinted. 'If you have a pair of old New Balance or Nikes, specifically vintage, early 90s sort of shoes, they do really well. 'Some of the newer designs do quite well on Vinted too, so if you have some trainers, don't just think that they're not worth anything and sell them for 50p at a car boot. 'You need to actually do your research and make sure that you price them accordingly on Vinted. 'People buy and sell them all the time. So if you are looking to sell for profit, check out car boot sales and have a look and just see what trainers people are selling.' Sheer tops But that's not all, as according to this Vinted user, mesh, embellished and sequin sheer tops do 'so well on Vinted.' 'It's specifically the brands, you know, Lipsy, Miss Selfridge, old New Look - those sorts of brands are doing really well. 'Make sure you do your research - don't just sell it for £2,' she voiced. Crochet items Similarly, if you've got crochet items you haven't worn in years, you'll need to get uploading them quick. Chloe claimed that 'anything crochet,' including bags and ponchos, will sell fast. Why I hate Vinted, a real-life view Fabulous Associate Editor Sarah Barns opens up on why she hates Vinted: It's the king of second-hand fashion but I hate Vinted. There I said it. Yes, it stops items going into landfill. Yes, it helps create additional side-hustle income for many. And yes, you can get things at bargain prices. But it is just not my (shopping) bag. From personal experience, I've bought 'cheap' bundles of children's clothes only for them to arrive dirty and misshapen. Plus, with postage and buyer protection they didn't feel like such a great deal. I much prefer going to my local charity shop or supermarket for kids' stuff. I've also bought more premium high-street items - a dress from Arket and a skirt from Cos - only to find they didn't fit properly and the colours were faded. I attempted a bout of selling stuff but gave up after my £110 Veja trainers got lost in the post and I spent two hours on the phone to Royal Mail. A major gripe with it is that it still encourages you to spend, spend, spend. I'm not sure I needed the items I did purchase, I just didn't want to miss out. Also, the reselling of fast-fashion items - a £5 Shein top on Vinted for £17.50 - makes me feel a bit queasy. Clothes shopping has become a daily hobby for a lot of people when really it should be something that's done once or twice a year as a necessity. But the 18 million Vinted app users clearly disagree with me. She acknowledged: 'People wear a lot of crochet items just as a little cover up for holiday and festivals and things. 'I'll add some ponchos to my favourites and they sell so quickly. 'Specifically ones from Per Una, old Marks & Spencer, those sorts of brands." Silk items from Monsoon Finally, Chloe revealed that anything silk from Monsoon is sure to make you cash fast. She concluded: 'Anything that is Monsoon that is silk - I have sold so much of this. 'I think I've sold about five silk Monsoon items within the last month, it does really, really well - specifically little cami tops and dresses. 'Make sure you check your labels, because nine times out of 10 people don't realise that they are silk and then someone else gets a bargain, looks, sees that it's silk and then puts it on for double the price.' Social media users react The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ chloe_chandlerx, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 101,500 views, 1,282 likes and 146 comments. Social media users were thankful for Chloe's advice and raced to the comments to express this. One person said: 'Great advice, I have a few Jane Norman dresses to list.' Another added: 'Yep I put an asymmetrical maxi skirt out and it sold really quickly.' A third commented: 'I wish I'd kept all of my extremely noughties clothes now.' Meanwhile, a Vinted beginner beamed: 'New to Vinted. Loving everyone's tips, thank you.' Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club 6
Bloomberg
3 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
UK Second-Hand Shopping to Hit £4.8 Billion This Year, CEBR Says
Two-thirds of British consumers bought second-hand goods online last year, research shows, a figure expected to grow as shoppers rein in spending and as so-called 'pre-loved' items become more available. Purchases of used goods on the internet will reach £4.8 billion ($6.4 billion) in the UK this year, up from £4.3 billion in 2024, according to a report from the Centre for Economics and Business Research commissioned by Inc.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
The secret Penge shopping spot every thrift lover should know about
When most people think of shopping in London, they picture the designer stores on Oxford Street or the spoilt-for-choice experience of Westfield. But just a short train ride from central London is Penge – a place offering something far more exciting, more unique, and much more affordable: charity shops. Penge might not be the first place that springs to mind for retail therapy, but this south east London suburb is home to some serious second-hand gems. READ MORE: I spent an afternoon in Penge to see if it's really one of the UK's coolest places Lined up along the high street like a thrifty dream team, Barnardo's, St Christopher's, British Heart Foundation, and more give shoppers the chance to discover one-of-a-kind pieces, support great causes, and shop sustainably. My first stop was Barnardo's, where I instantly spotted a super cute black halter neck top for just £3 – a total steal that I already know will be my summer wardrobe staple. The shop is neatly laid out, with rails full of pre-loved treasures, and the staff are friendly and welcoming, creating a relaxed space to browse. Bernardo's (Image: Newsquest) Just a few doors down, I stepped into the British Heart Foundation (BHF) shop, which happened to be in the middle of a massive sale. From second-hand clothes and shoes to books, toys, and homeware, this place is a budget shopper's paradise. Whether you're furnishing your home for less or hunting for a new outfit, BHF has something for everyone. British Heart Foundation (BHF) (Image: Newsquest) A short stroll away is one of Penge's lesser known but equally important spots: the Alex TLC Charity Shop, located right on Penge High Street, directly opposite Sainsbury's. This was the first shop opened by the charity back in 2006, and it's still going strong today. The location is super convenient – nestled between Penge West and Clock House stations, and just around the corner from Kent House. Inside the BHF store (Image: Newsquest) Alex TLC supports individuals affected by leukodystrophy, a rare neurological condition – so every purchase here directly contributes to helping families facing a tough diagnosis. Other must-visit charity stops include St Christopher's, Sense, and Living Well – each offering a unique mix of donations, from vintage blouses and quirky mugs to vinyl records and retro furniture. In one shop, I found the most gorgeous pair of stiletto heels with a shiny bow perched perfectly on top – priced at just £6. St Christopher's (Image: Newsquest) Sadly (for me), they weren't my size, but a future shopper is in for a treat. If you love a good rummage, you could easily spend a whole afternoon exploring Penge's charity shop scene – discovering little treasures you didn't even know you needed. What makes shopping in Penge so special isn't just the bargains – although they're undeniably brilliant – but the sense of community. Every purchase supports a cause, every donation gives something a second life, and every visit connects you with a unique item you simply won't find anywhere else.
