A few weeks back I tried my hand at having an Instasale on Instagram. I had a few things in my closet that were just collecting dust but were still in great shape or practically new. I sold two vintage scarves and that was it. I didn’t really expect much from it so the one sale was great. I’ve tried a local consignment shop but with no success. They really only buy “teenager” stuff, like teens and early twenties. There is one other I may try as well if this venture with Poshmark doesn’t “pay” off.
I really don’t want to give this stuff to Goodwill, it’s really nice, so I started looking again and came across Poshmark. Also, Facebook kept “suggesting” them to me….how do they know? Anyway, Poshmark is basically like Instagram and Facebook. You take pictures of what you’re selling, add details, a price and voila, you have a mini shop. There is a little effort in the beginning to acquire followers but that helps get buyers. They also have parties you can join to share your items with new people who may not be following you.
I have yet to sell anything but am keeping my fingers crossed. Do you have a Poshmark closet? Come find me!!
Elizabeth Hafner 