How To Sell Used Shoes

I imagine that people buy lots of stuff and then one day woke up realizing they didn’t really need most of it. Hence the amount of "buy and sell's" there are across many platforms and forums.

But selling 2nd hand stuff is not so easy for several reasons that I want to point out and in doing so I hope to help you all get rid of your undesirables, potentially to other people on this blog. You know the saying, "One person’s junk, can be the next person’s treasure."

So, here are the top things to remember when selling used shoes. 

1. Price Accordingly

Used shoes are like used cars. The second you drive them off of the lot they lose 50% of the value. Same thing with the 1st wear on a pair of shoes. Even if you are not the brand itself, or a credible retailer and the shoes are brand new, it will be hard to get full price. If your shoes are worn, getting 50% will be good. Getting anything more will be amazing. But best to aim at around 30%-40% of retail value for anything more than 5 wears.

    2. Good Presentation

No used shoe looks good without shoe trees in it. The second you wear them is the second they lose the lasts natural shape, when unaccompanied by a foot. Stick a shoe tree in. You don't have to sell them if you don't want but it helps make the shoe more attractive.

Cedar Wood Shoe Trees

Secondly, polish them. Brand new shoes unshined are not so attractive. So imagine used shoes….ugly, dirty and unpresentable. It doesn't help make your price justifiable. Shine them. Don't just take them off your sweaty feet, snap a pic and post them for sale. That doesn’t work.

A good shine with shoe trees in your used shoes will create a presentation that gives you a far greater chance at making the sale.

      3. Good Photography

Good photography is not so hard and most mobile phones take a decent photograph. The key is lighting. Take the pictures outside under natural daylight. This will increase the chances of the picture being eye-catching as the natural light will show the shoes details more easily.

Take photos of flattering angles of the shoe. Take many photos, edit them down to the top 5, and then post them.

       4. Show the Details

Details add value to your shoe.  A clean looking sole that looks relatively unworn is also a good thing. Clean that sole up and show it. It will help your case and maximize your chance of a sale.

If you stick to these simple rules, your odds of making the sale will increase.