Long time used clothes buyer. Learned to hold out for a perfect fit regardless of how much I wanted the item. I want a Harrington jacket but have never seen one yet. I will not buy one that is too short in the arm or too big, as it would just cause me to hate the item to a degree everytime I wear it. I also try to stick to my "One item rule", if you limit yourself to one item (one shirt, one pants, etc.) when at used clothing stores it forces you to eliminate all the "kinda ok" items and focus you on buying the best item in the store. No harm is walking away having bought nothing. I am also willing to pay more for quality used items. I bought a $275 sweater for $60, a $2000 Burbury car coat for $150.
Great advice. I really second the idea of paying more for quality stuff. It amazing the quality/variety difference between a $30-40 budget for a used sweater and say $60-70 (not that 30-40 can’t get you something really nice) but your options really blossom when spending just a bit more.
This was enjoyable, thanks for sharing your journey. I think we're around the same age, and I resonate with what you said about overthinking or caring too much about how you dress. I did it in my twenties, and I got very much into authentic vintage clothing from the '80s (some '70s too). Vintage graphic tees, acid wash jeans, Reebok sneakers, etc. Not all vintage, mind you, but a lot of it was. I have similar pictures as the ones you shared at the end, and they're fun to look back on. But these days I just want to feel comfortable, unless it's for a special occasion (and even then, I do think about comfort). My personal style probably still bleeds through even on lazy days, but I don't really notice it myself. Makes me wonder if I'll ever care about what I wear as much as I did when I was younger. The other thing is that a lot of the stuff I bought, I never even wore. Either it was too nice or too vintage or too rare or too expensive, and so it stayed in the closet. What's the use in that? :)
Well said. I think our shared experience is quite common. A yes, I felt (and do still do feel to a lesser extent) the same anxiety with a lot of my valuable pieces.
Relatively easy? Honestly no. I’m similar size and have to be more tedious and careful when estimating size than if I was say 5’10” with an average build. Clothes are typically designed with the most common body dimension in mind. But that’s not to say you can’t! Just be mindful of length and perhaps start with brands you’re already familiar with.
@@CoyoteSharp Can you telle me what you've had more luck with or maybe choices that you found worked for you more often Whether it's style of clothing or brand. I've only recently begun caring about what I wear but find myself insanely limited in choices.
I'm an eBay seller ..and I would say its easier than you think if you know your sizing.. a lot of serious sellers are providing many measurements.. if they don't you can simply ask for them.. (collar to bottom hem & pit to pit at the very least).. in my listings I try to give measurements as much as possible and am annoyed by those who don't know their own sizing.. 6'4" and lean obviously needs a medium tall or large tall shirt and they aren't as common as one would hope for.. but with visible measurements shown in the listings, you could shop in a very efficient way.. after fumbling around ebay for a little you can find sellers that have an eye for your style etc etc.. save the sellers that you find trustworthy and then you can shop exclusively from them if you like.. 9.5 feedback score (or above) and lots of detailed photos are probably best to start with.. don't trust sizing tags as many times vintage clothing shrinks and sizing was different back in the 80's and earlier.. always go for the measurements.. get your favorite fitting similar clothing items and measure them from pit to pit and the height of the shirt.. for pants measure the rise, waist and inseam at the very least.. know if you want tapered or straight .. this is just a good starting point... try it out.
@@diydan2213 this is a start but honestly I could never get into eBay. Like you covered in your comment there’s no standard of expectation. But I’ll still look into it. Thank you
Long time used clothes buyer. Learned to hold out for a perfect fit regardless of how much I wanted the item. I want a Harrington jacket but have never seen one yet. I will not buy one that is too short in the arm or too big, as it would just cause me to hate the item to a degree everytime I wear it. I also try to stick to my "One item rule", if you limit yourself to one item (one shirt, one pants, etc.) when at used clothing stores it forces you to eliminate all the "kinda ok" items and focus you on buying the best item in the store. No harm is walking away having bought nothing. I am also willing to pay more for quality used items. I bought a $275 sweater for $60, a $2000 Burbury car coat for $150.
Great advice. I really second the idea of paying more for quality stuff. It amazing the quality/variety difference between a $30-40 budget for a used sweater and say $60-70 (not that 30-40 can’t get you something really nice) but your options really blossom when spending just a bit more.
This is very refreshing and educational. Looking forward to more of your stuff man!
Ive been an avid Ebayer for over 10 years, this is the content I have been DYING TO SEE
awesome video
This was enjoyable, thanks for sharing your journey. I think we're around the same age, and I resonate with what you said about overthinking or caring too much about how you dress. I did it in my twenties, and I got very much into authentic vintage clothing from the '80s (some '70s too). Vintage graphic tees, acid wash jeans, Reebok sneakers, etc. Not all vintage, mind you, but a lot of it was. I have similar pictures as the ones you shared at the end, and they're fun to look back on. But these days I just want to feel comfortable, unless it's for a special occasion (and even then, I do think about comfort). My personal style probably still bleeds through even on lazy days, but I don't really notice it myself. Makes me wonder if I'll ever care about what I wear as much as I did when I was younger. The other thing is that a lot of the stuff I bought, I never even wore. Either it was too nice or too vintage or too rare or too expensive, and so it stayed in the closet. What's the use in that? :)
Well said. I think our shared experience is quite common.
A yes, I felt (and do still do feel to a lesser extent) the same anxiety with a lot of my valuable pieces.
Wow those Danner’s look good
Great boot!
You’re style is very similar to Michael Kristy.
I was just thinking that. Check out Dominic Scalise for a similar style. Cannot recommend enough
When you first started reselling your clothes, what platform or website did you use? Something like eBay or Facebook marketplace?
Ebay all the way. My preferred for buying and selling.
I’m 6’4 and lean. I’m super skeptical of clothes in general, do you think it’d be easy for someone like me to shop for used clothes?
Relatively easy? Honestly no. I’m similar size and have to be more tedious and careful when estimating size than if I was say 5’10” with an average build. Clothes are typically designed with the most common body dimension in mind.
But that’s not to say you can’t! Just be mindful of length and perhaps start with brands you’re already familiar with.
@@CoyoteSharp Can you telle me what you've had more luck with or maybe choices that you found worked for you more often
Whether it's style of clothing or brand.
I've only recently begun caring about what I wear but find myself insanely limited in choices.
I'm an eBay seller ..and I would say its easier than you think if you know your sizing.. a lot of serious sellers are providing many measurements.. if they don't you can simply ask for them.. (collar to bottom hem & pit to pit at the very least).. in my listings I try to give measurements as much as possible and am annoyed by those who don't know their own sizing.. 6'4" and lean obviously needs a medium tall or large tall shirt and they aren't as common as one would hope for.. but with visible measurements shown in the listings, you could shop in a very efficient way.. after fumbling around ebay for a little you can find sellers that have an eye for your style etc etc.. save the sellers that you find trustworthy and then you can shop exclusively from them if you like.. 9.5 feedback score (or above) and lots of detailed photos are probably best to start with.. don't trust sizing tags as many times vintage clothing shrinks and sizing was different back in the 80's and earlier.. always go for the measurements.. get your favorite fitting similar clothing items and measure them from pit to pit and the height of the shirt.. for pants measure the rise, waist and inseam at the very least.. know if you want tapered or straight .. this is just a good starting point... try it out.
@@diydan2213 this is a start but honestly I could never get into eBay. Like you covered in your comment there’s no standard of expectation. But I’ll still look into it. Thank you