Can I make money selling secondhand clothes?

Yes. Resellers typically earn 2-3x profit margins on categories like denim, branded tees, and Y2K pieces.

How much money do I need to start reselling?

Many resellers start with as little as £100-£300, enough to buy a small starter bundle and test different categories.

MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) is the smallest number of items a supplier requires per order. On Fleek, many bundles start at just 10-20 pieces.

What is a vintage bale?

A vintage bale is a large wholesale bundle of clothing, usually wrapped by weight, containing 100-400 pieces. Fleek makes it easier for beginners by offering smaller bundles before committing to a full bale.

What categories of vintage clothing sell the fastest?

Denim (especially Levi's), branded sportswear, and Y2K fashion are consistently in demand on platforms like Depop and Vinted. Band tees and designer pieces often carry higher resale margins.

How many items should I buy to start reselling?

Many beginners start with 10-30 pieces to test categories and see what sells. This is enough to launch a shop on Depop or Vinted without overcommitting.

What's the difference between exact and representative bundles?

Exact bundles show the precise items you'll receive, while representative bundles show sample items that reflect the style and grade.

Where do Vinted sellers get their clothes from?

Most Vinted/eBay/Depop sellers source inventory from thrift shops, carboots, wholesalers, or verified suppliers. Fleek connects new resellers directly with secondhand wholesale suppliers — so if you are looking for a "Vinted supplier", Fleek is the easiest way to get started.

What's the difference between wholesale and thrifting?

Thrifting means buying secondhand items individually from charity shops or markets, while wholesale means buying in bulk directly from suppliers. Wholesale is faster and more scalable, but requires upfront investment.

Do I need a business license to start reselling clothes?

In most countries, you can begin reselling clothes as a side hustle without registering a company, but you may need to report income for taxes. Many resellers register a small business once sales grow.

How do I know if vintage clothing is real?

Look at the label, stitching, fabric, and zippers. Authentic secondhand often has union tags, single-needle stitching, natural fabrics, and metal zippers. Fleek suppliers grade items (A/B/C) to make quality clear.

What does grading mean in vintage clothing?

Grading refers to the condition of secondhand items. Grade A = excellent condition, Grade B = minor wear, Grade C = noticeable flaws but still wearable. Fleek suppliers use these grades to set expectations before you buy.

How long does shipping take for wholesale vintage bundles?

Shipping times vary by supplier and location. Domestic orders often arrive within 7-10 days, while international shipping can take 21 - 28 days.

Start reselling vintage with Fleek

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Start sourcing vintage wholesale instantly

Finding your first supplier is often the hardest part of reselling. On Fleek, you get instant access to 1,000+ verified secondhand suppliers across the world.

Browse curated starter bundles
Transparent grading (A/B/C) so you know the quality of what you're buying
No industry connections required

Whether you're looking for Levi's denim, graphic tees, or Y2K fashion, you can browse and buy ready-made bundles directly in the app.

Callum Harrison

Owner of Preoccupied Vintage

"Purchasing vintage wholesale on Fleek has boosted my sales - I have raked in £16,500 in the last three months alone from Depop sales."

Small minimum order quantities (MOQs)

On Fleek, you can order bundle sizes as low as 10-20 pieces.

In wholesale fashion, MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) is the smallest number of items a supplier will sell in one order. With our flexible MOQs, you can:

Test various stock with minimal risk
Reorder bundles once you see what sells for you
Upgrade to bulk quantities as your shop scales

As your shop grows, you can upgrade to bigger bundles or build long-term supplier relationships without leaving the platform.

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Buy vintage wholesale stock you can trust

Our rigorous inspection process ensures authenticity, grade, and cleanliness. Every transaction is backed by safety checks to prevent scams.

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Where does Fleek's stock come from?

Most of Fleek's stock passes through South Asia, especially India and Pakistan, because the region has become a global hub for secondhand clothing. Donations collected in wealthier countries generate more volume than local thrift shops can absorb or sell profitably, so excess stock is shipped in bulk to South Asia, where the infrastructure exists to process it at scale.

Donations in the US, UK, and Europe exceed what local resale channels can handle, leaving large volumes to be exported overseas (Brooks & Grüneisl, 2025).
Massive import capacity - Pakistan imported ~809,000 tonnes of used clothing in 2023, worth around US$390 million, ranking among the world's top importers (Shahid et al., 2023).
Efficient sorting and redistribution - India and Pakistan have decades of experience grading garments by quality and style, supported by lower costs and established re-export networks.

For Fleek customers, this means access to stock that is cheaper than sourcing from European wholesalers, while benefiting from the variety and scale of South Asia's sorting hubs.

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Resell secondhand clothes for up to 3X profit

Resellers typically earn 2-3X profit margins by flipping secondhand bundles on platforms like Depop, Vinted, and eBay.

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What to expect when you start reselling

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Quality and condition

●~20% of items may need minor cleaning or repair (normal in wholesale)
●A-grade items are ready to sell immediately
●B-grade items may have minor flaws but are still highly sellable
●C-grade items need some TLC but offer the highest profit margins

Tips for selling on Vinted

●List 15+ items across at least 2 platforms (Vinted, Depop, eBay)
●List up to 5 items daily (Vinted and Depop's algorithm rewards consistency over batch uploads)
●Accept your first 5 offers to boost your profile visibility
●Optional: Use a free cross-lister tool to list faster e.g. SellerAider

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Scaling your business

●Start with small bundles to learn what sells in your market
●Build consistent supplier relationships for better pricing
●Most successful resellers reinvest profits into larger bundles
●Focus on 2-3 categories initially before expanding

Chloe Francis

Owner of Retro Chlo's Shop

I exceed my profit goals every single month now that I source my stock on Fleek. My profit margins have increased by 70%, which has had such a huge impact on my business.

Fleek's shipping & delivery

Most Fleek orders arrive within 21–28 working days, with faster delivery for domestic and regional routes. Tracking is shared by email and in the app once activated, and our support team is here if delays occur.

Domestic delivery

●Orders shipped within the same country move the fastest.
●Deliveries within the UK or US are usually completed in 6-7 business days.
●Deliveries within the EU are typically completed in 7-9 business days.

Cross-border delivery within Europe

●When stock is shipped between the UK and EU, the delivery window is slightly longer.
●These orders usually arrive within 10-11 business days.

International orders

●For shipments between regions such as Europe, the US, and South Asia, the average timeline is 21-28 working days.
●Orders from India and Pakistan follow a two-hop process:
◦The first stage is a local cargo flight, which may not show tracking and can take up to 10 days.
◦Once the shipment reaches the destination country, it is handed over to a major courier such as DHL, UPS, or DPD, where full tracking becomes available and final delivery is usually fast.