My Adventure Selling on Fashionphile
Okay, so I decided it was time to clear out some space in my closet. You know how it is, you buy something, love it for a while, and then it just sits there. I had a couple of designer bags that weren’t getting any love, and I’d heard folks talking about Fashionphile, so I thought, why not try to sell them and make a bit of cash back?
First thing I did was go through my collection. I picked out a handbag that I was pretty sure they’d take. It was in good condition, I thought. Then came the part I wasn’t super thrilled about: getting all the details ready for their online quote system.
I had to take a bunch of photos. Seriously, they want to see everything – front, back, sides, bottom, inside, any little wear and tear. I spent a good chunk of an afternoon trying to get the lighting right and making sure the pictures were clear. It felt a bit like a photoshoot for a tiny, inanimate celebrity. Then, I had to describe the item meticulously: the brand, the style name (if I could remember it!), what it came with, like the dust bag or authenticity card. I tried to be super honest about the condition because I figured they’d spot anything I missed anyway.
Once all that was done, I uploaded everything to their website. The submission process itself was pretty straightforward, I’ll give them that. Filled out their form, attached my photos, and hit the ‘submit for quote’ button. And then, the waiting game began. I’m not the most patient person, so that part always gets me.
I think it took about three or four days, maybe a bit longer, to get the quote back via email. I quickly opened it up. The offer? Well, it wasn’t what I secretly hoped for in my wildest dreams, you know? But after I took a moment and thought about it, considering the bag was just sitting there, it wasn’t a terrible offer either. It felt… okay. So, I decided to accept their initial quote and move forward.
Next up, Fashionphile sent me a pre-paid shipping label. That was a definite plus – didn’t have to pay for shipping myself. I then carefully packed up the bag. I mean, I used bubble wrap, made sure it was snug in the box. I was a little paranoid about it getting damaged on its way to them. Once it was all sealed up, I dropped the package off at the designated shipping place.
Then, more waiting! They have to receive it, then they do their own inspection and authentication process. I kept checking the tracking, eager for an update. I got an email confirming they’d received it, and then a few days later, another email. This was the moment of truth: their final assessment after seeing the bag in person.
Thankfully, they confirmed their initial offer. I guess my photos and description were pretty accurate! If they find extra wear or something, they can adjust the offer down, so I was relieved. Once I confirmed I was good with that, it was just a matter of getting paid.
I had a few options for payment, and I chose direct deposit. The money showed up in my bank account within, I think, two or three business days after they processed the payment. That part was smooth and pretty quick.
So, what’s my take on the whole Fashionphile selling thing?
- The good stuff: It’s a pretty streamlined way to sell luxury items you’re not using. They handle the authentication and finding a buyer, which takes a lot of hassle off your plate. The free shipping label is a nice touch. Getting paid was easy.
- The not-so-good stuff: You do have to put in some effort upfront with the photos and detailed descriptions. The waiting periods can test your patience. And, of course, you might not get as much as if you sold it privately, but you’re paying for convenience and their platform.
Overall, I’d say it was a decent experience. It wasn’t a get-rich-quick scheme, but I successfully decluttered a bit and got some money back for an item that was just taking up space. I would probably use Fashionphile again if I have other high-end pieces I’m ready to part with. Just gotta be realistic with your price expectations and be prepared for the process. It does work, and they do pay you, which at the end of the day, is what I was looking for.
