From Closet to Clicks: Your Guide to Selling on Vinted
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Let me be honest: I didn’t join Vinted to get rich. I started selling because my house had too many tiny jeans, mismatched pajamas, and clothes from my son’s “avocado toast phase.”
But somewhere between folding laundry, photographing worn knee patches, and writing quirky descriptions. I realized I was learning more about being a shop owner than I ever expected. And that? That fits the ErdeGora mindset perfectly.
Why Vinted Fits the ErdeGora Vibe
ErdeGora was born to support a mindful lifestyle; especially for techies, gamers, and multitasking parents like me. I use print-on-demand because I hate waste. No mountains of unsold inventory, no overproduction. Just create what’s needed, when it’s needed.
That’s why Vinted speaks to me. It’s circular. It’s human. It’s far from what big brands like LV do. You know, the ones that literally burn unsold items instead of donating them? Selling secondhand is a quiet protest against that wasteful nonsense.
What Vinted Taught Me About Being a Shop Owner
Here’s what I discovered through trial, error, and a few stubborn tomato sauce stains:
- Packing? I’m not great at it. But I love writing titles and product descriptions. I use ChatGPT as my assistant and have the best time naming bundles like “Garden Play Set” or “Chill Day Duo.”
- I iron every item (even if my son wore it for five minutes), wait for a sunny day here in NL, and photograph them with as much care as I would a Shopify listing. I’m not a professional photographer, but I try to get close-ups and show the real wear: creases, tiny holes, and yes, food smudges.
- One of my listings literally said “Loved during avocado toast mornings” and someone still bought it. Honesty works.
Market Research in Disguise
Vinted is not just a side hustle.. it’s market research! You learn what sells. You spot patterns. For example:
- Children’s pajamas with boring designs? Total sleepers; pun intended. Dinos and construction vehicles? Superstars!
- Some buyers love bundles of 3–5 items, especially when the colors or styles match.
- Others are clearly resellers. And that’s okay! You’re feeding a micro economy.
I’ve even caught myself thinking, “Why don’t we have more of this pattern in our POD shop?” Selling secondhand teaches you what’s missing.. and what people really value.
My ErdeGora-Style Vinted Tips
If you’re thinking of joining Vinted or already dabbling, here’s what’s worked for me:
1. Post weekly, not daily
Apps love consistency, but you need rest. One bundle a week is plenty.
2. Bundle items
Selling two or three items as a set makes things easier to manage—both for you and your buyer. It also gives your listing a more curated, themed vibe. Vinted has a built-in bundling option where you can set your own discount percentage just once.
But be careful: some people try to take advantage of it. The first time I used it, I didn’t realize I already had bundles activated with a 20% discount for more than five items, and the buyer still asked for an extra discount. Make sure your bundle deals are worth it!
3. Take honest photos
Don’t stress about perfection. Just show the real stuff: front, back, close-up, wear spots. People appreciate transparency.
4. Keep your drop-off nearby
I’m lucky; mine’s only 800 meters away, so I drop things off during my lunch walk. But if your nearest point is 30 minutes away, skip that shipping option—it’s just not worth the effort for a 2€ item.
Vinted offers plenty of shipping partners; just make sure to enable the ones close to you. Otherwise, good luck trying to make those two cents worth the trip.
5. Add a personal touch
I overpack. I know. But I love it. I leave cute notes, use little stickers, and imagine the smile on the other side. It’s not required, but it makes it feel like a gift, not a transaction.
6. Don’t waste time on endless chat
Some buyers are lovely. Others want you to measure every stitch for €1.50 and still ghost you. Know your limit and protect your energy.
Investing in the Experience
I bought a Munbyn printer just for labels.. even though I haven’t made enough yet to cover the cost. But it felt like an investment in me. I’m learning. I’m experimenting.
I even made a big ErdeGora sticker that I sometimes pop into packages 😇. Not to be pushy, but just to say, “Hey, this is me too. Thanks for supporting reuse.”
Everything from browsing experience to category naming teaches you how to build your future store better. Shopify and Vinted aren’t so different after all: bundling, photography, product copy, pricing. It’s all product presentation.
The Dream Beyond Vinted?
This journey made me dream of something bigger. A tiny shop with a coffee corner, artists working on their laptops, fresh fruit on the counter, laughter in the air.
And me? Probably not packing orders (I’ll hire someone!). But I’d still be writing the product stories. Still curating playful sets. Still creating joy.
P.S. Curious what my Vinted page looks like?