The vintage sector is no longer a niche: it's a real growth market, driven by more responsible consumption and a search for unique style. But while all vintage pieces have their charm, some categories generate far more sales than others.
Here are the 10 most profitable categories of vintage clothing to offer in your store - physical or online - according to current market trends.
10. Vintage accessories
Hats, bobs, retro backpacks, leather bags or thick 80s belts: accessories are high value-added products. Space-saving and easy to display, they often generate impulse purchases and are the perfect complement to a textile offer.
9. Trench coats and long coats
With their structured cut, noble fabric and timeless allure, wool trench coats and coats appeal to customers in search of vintage elegance. They find their place in stores from autumn onwards, offering a high-end range in a second-hand universe.
8. Retro printed t-shirts
Vintage T-shirts with university prints, musical references or advertising visuals from the era are highly sought-after. Each piece is unique, and some models can fetch premium prices depending on their rarity or condition.
7. Denim jackets
Eternally popular, denim jackets (Levi's, Lee, Wrangler...) are a must-have. Versatile, rugged and stylish, they're equally suited to men and women, whatever the season.
6. Oversize & flannel shirts
As part of the layering trend, checked shirts in flannel or thick cotton are easy-to-wear pieces. Their oversize format appeals to a wide audience, and their visual appeal is an eye-catcher in the store.
5. Sports kits (tracksuits)
The vintage jogging suit is back with a vengeance, buoyed by the streetwear wave and 90s aesthetic. A complete tracksuit (top + bottoms), especially a branded one, is rapidly selling out to a young, mixed audience with a taste for stylish comfort.
4. Levi's 501 jeans
The 501 jean remains an absolute benchmark. High-waisted, straight-cut, raw or faded: they tick all the boxes of the perfect jean. They're a must-have back-stock item, with high turnover and high demand.
3. Ralph Lauren polo shirts
Vintage polo shirts, and Ralph Lauren polo shirts in particular, combine elegance and casualness. It's a highly recognizable piece, appreciated for its quality and brand image. Perfect for customers looking for casual chic.
2. Retro windbreakers
Bright colors, period logos, oversized styling: vintage windbreakers are pieces with a strong visual impact. Worn for style as well as comfort, they energize your selection and immediately attract attention.
1. Branded sweatshirts & hoodies
It's a classic, and still a bestseller. Vintage sweatshirts and hoodies by Nike, Adidas, Champion or Reebok sell like hotcakes. They're unisex, intergenerational and always up to date.
📦 Where can you find all these categories? At United Vintage
As a second-hand professional, your time is precious. To avoid hours of random sourcing, it's essential to be able to rely on a reliable, regular and specialized supplier.
United Vintage offers you all the categories listed above, available in coherent lots, sorted by style, size or brand.
What we offer:
✅ A constantly renewed stock, selected according to market trends
✅ Parts in good condition, ready for sale
✅ Support for retailers, thrift stores, concept stores and marketplaces
By centralizing your sourcing at United Vintage, you gain in efficiency, quality... and profitability.
✨ Summary
Knowing which categories are most in demand is great. Being able to obtain them easily, quickly and in sufficient quantity is even better. With a complete, organized and reliable offer, United Vintage enables you to structure your business and maximize your sales right away.
Vintage is a market with a future. Make the most of it.