Resale of vintage clothing is attracting more and more people. Profitable, trendy, accessible from home... on paper, it looks simple.
But in reality, many people give up too quickly. And why? Because they fall into classic traps that are easy to avoid.
At United Vintage, we talk to dealers every day. Whether beginners or experienced, they often encounter the same obstacles. Here are the 4 mistakes not to make if you want to succeed in vintage 👇
1. Choosing the wrong stock
You can have the best Instagram account in the world, if your stock is bad... you won't sell.
❌ Common mistake: buying at random, from dubious sites, with no guarantee of quality.
✅ What to do: opt for sorted, themed bales, with resalable brands.
At United Vintage, our bales are designed for resale:
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Nike, Adidas, Puma, Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, etc.
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Sweaters, t-shirts, hoodies, jeans, polo shirts...
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Few products with holes, stains or unusable parts.
📦 Popular examples:
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Nike ballot 10 kg → €220
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Summer mix 10 kg bales → €215
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Ballot Ralph Lauren / Lacoste hoodies → €300
2. Not calculating profitability
Many sell without knowing their figures. Result: prices too low, profits non-existent.
💡 Simple rule: aim to double your overall purchase price, no more.
Example: you buy a bundle at €220? Set a resale target of around €440 max.
➡️ This gives you a decent margin, while remaining competitive with Vinted or Instagram.
3. Neglecting presentation
Your products have to look appealing, even if they're vintage.
❌ Blurry photo, bad light, creased background = fewer sales.
✅ Invested in :
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Natural light or low-level lighting
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A white sheet or plain background
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A clean flatlay socket
🔍 Tip: some dealers even use United Vintage photos as a basis for getting started faster.
4. Selling without a strategy
Launching a Vinted or Insta account is all very well. But you need a real sales strategy:
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Post regularly
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Creating a universe
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Interact with your community
🎯 Better still: target a niche. For example:
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Streetwear (Nike, Adidas, hoodies)
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Vintage chic (Ralph Lauren, Lacoste, polo shirts and sweaters)
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Workwear (Levi's, Dickies, military jackets...)
➡️ Our themed bundles help you build that identity directly.
Need a helping hand to get started?
At United Vintage, we offer:
✅ Sorted bales ready to sell
✅ Boxes for beginners or advanced dealers
✅ Fast delivery
✅ Mobile app available soon
👉 See all our collections here → https://www.united-vintage.com/
Conclusion
Vintage is a unique opportunity to launch a business without premises, without a big budget... but not without a method.
Avoid classic mistakes, choose a good stock, create regular content and think long-term.
Above all, surround yourself with the right partners. At United Vintage, we're here to help you scale your project cleanly. 🔥