Vinted? Yay or Nay?

I think some are misinterpreting StripyGran. I took her to mean that if you are somebody who gets a kick from buying, Vinted gives you the same kick as you would get if you bought something full price. It’s not a boast.

For many, shopping is a habit and a dopamine rush, just like sugar, alcohol, drugs, gambling, sex, exercise and getting social media likes - anything that gives someone a quick rush of pleasure.

However, just like ebay, Vinted is a way of owners being able to sell unwanted goods and make a bit of money. At least it keeps goods out of landfill or from being dumped on a faraway country for a little while longer. Charities sell donated goods on ebay and Vinted too.

I rarely buy clothes, definitely an understated capsule wardrobe person. I have never bought an item of clothing on ebay or Vinted. However, last year, now that I drive less and use the bus more, I was in need of a warmer winter coat to wear when waiting for the bus. I went second-hand shopping with a purpose and snagged a brand new with tags Montgomery duffle coat for £60.00 from Oxfam Online. These retail at £300 full price (currently £150 in the Black Friday sale) so it was a very good bargain and will probably see me out. And yes, it did give me a rush.

Sellers get a rush too. I couple of years ago, I did a big declutter. For about three months, I sold unwanted household goods on ebay to raise funds for a particular project. It was always a thrill to see an item get its first bid or to see bidders competing against one another. I wouldn’t want to do it longer term or regularly as I found packaging a chore, but for a while it was very satisfying.

I suppose that’s why TV auction programmes are popular. Viewers get a vicarious thrill from seeing goods bought and sold and a profit made.

Thanks for explaining what you meant StripeyGran - I'm sorry I didn't understand.

My DDs and DIL use eBay and Vinted regularly, particularly children's wear.It seems a great way of keeping clothes in use, and reducing landfill.
In the past, children's clothes were often passed around family and friends, but smaller and more geographically diverse kinfolk makes that less feasible these days.

midgey

The difference between eBay and Vinted is that Vinted is free! I have sold unwanted clothes and bought some amazing bargains, but I do think you need to be wary of buying brand new clothes with labels on as there is a possibility that they could be stolen.

Ebay is free too. They’ve decided to take on Vinted.

NotSpaghetti

Thanks for explaining what you meant StripeyGran - I'm sorry I didn't understand.

No problem Spaghetti. Sometimes I think people can see inside my head. Now that would be terrifying!

LOUISA1523

StripeyGran

Vinted is a good way for people to sell on unwanted goods. It can be a good way for a person to find a bargain.

The dopamine is just my thought but I believe there is research to back it up, that certain pathways in the brain light up at the anticipation of buying.

Wish I hadn't said anything. Everyt damn thing turns into a scrap here.

Have a good day.

You are fortunate you can buy brand new clothing...not everyone can....I'm not sure what is the point of this thread is...or just to take the mick out of those less fortunate financially?

I have not been fortunate with money, hence my delving into Vinted.

Last year's Christmas presents came from Vinted.

Trust me, it's not the life I anticipated.

I have been thinking on and off about the idea of being excited (Dopamine wise) by buying and selling on vinted.

I honestly think it's unlikely - as you can never be 100% sure the things will be exactly as described - or even will actually fit you (if clothing).

If you find something you already have and love, (as I did) and can replace it then that's terrific (and a bit exciting) but because it's relatively hard to return and not at all just for not really liking or fitting something I don't think the excitement is going to happen in the same way as it might when buying in a shop.

I have replaced two lovely linen shirts from years ago with identical ones and keep looking for a replacement favourite Wall London jumper...
Sometimes I feel lucky - but sometimes it's just not quite what you think it will be.

I don't think I have misunderstood posts over the years but charity shop shopping is clearly popular with many of you, likewise taking bags to the charity shop where somebody else, possibly in need, will look for a bargain, so let's not be too snooty about buying or selling on Vinted or ebay shall we?

My daughter buys designer labels on Vinted. Beautifully made clothes at rock bottom price, some still with labels attached.

I've thought about it but not taken the plunge yet.

I am still a charity shopper user- two winter coats bought recently one Windsmoor cashmere and wool for £8:00 and one Phase Eight puffy coat for £15.

Charity shops are a win win, and yes I am donating back the coat I had last winter that only cost me a fiver!!

I have friends who buy and sell on Vinted but I find it confusing after years of doing the same on Ebay.

I need to sell a duvet coat I bought for £250 2 years ago because it is now too big and doesn’t feel right. Maybe I will try Vinted again.

The positive thing about vinted if you are a seller Primrose is that returns are less likely as the buyer only has a short window to "complain" in and then the money is paid to the seller.

I know my daughter-in-law prefers it to Ebay for selling.
I haven't used it for that - but I do know she has some very very "cheeky" offers.

I like Vinted and have sold lots of things - clothes, books, craft stuff. They send the label so no faffing around. Much more user friendly than eBay.

And it’s a Nay from me!

I like Vinted, just so easy to post things you want to sell & post them.
I've probably sold more than I've bought, but my current pair of walking boots were off Vinted (unworn) & they're into their third year & still really waterproof.

DD1 bought me a fascinator on Vinted recently. They’re so expensive to buy new and probably only get worn once.

After reading this thread my curiosity was piqued. Guess what, I've started shopping on Vinted !

Picked up what looks to be a lovely sequinned top for a tenner so I will reserve judgement until after it's delivery 😂

DiL loves it, both buying and selling. She will often buy an outfit for an occasion and then resell it. It’s good for children’s clothes too as they grow so fast.

Me? I’m a charity shop shopper as I like to see what I’m buying first.

I know several teenagers and twentysomethings ,who love and use Vinted .
I don't hear much about ebay these days .
I think that charity shops are very popular with older people,who prefer to browse.
I do too .
I'm certainly guilty of getting a high from buying things !

Yes it does doesn’t it. Almost like the people on here have different personalities. I knew what you meant, yes it makes me happy when I sell something and happy when I get a bargain.

How/why are people saying that clothes with new labels are stolen then sold - that is a ridiculous statement!! I haven't bought anything on Vinted but my friend and I do sell on there - always clothes we have had for a while and yes some do still have their labels on, bought honestly either from a "proper" shop and also charity shops which were bought to wear ourselves but then left in the wardrobe - as many clothes are by many people - until they are too small or too big to wear. We both buy many things - clothes, books and other items - from charity shops, and also donate/re-donate back to them. My friend also buys from Vinted - one of the reasons I don't from either Vinted or Ebay is that I am a larger lady and like to see things first.

I volunteer in a charity shop and lots of younger people are customers. Teens and twenties are very often browsing in the shop and regularly buying. It’s lovely to see them and getting their support. They are by far the nicest customers to serve both in politeness and often with bubbly friendly attitudes. Very different sometimes to how their clothing might make you think they will be.

I have only used Vinted for a couple of items but my daughter in law uses it for the children a lot as she likes particular makes of colourful clothes.

I have been an eBay user for 20 years, buying and selling. I find excellent furniture choices, great clothes, and items that are no longer sold but match sets I already have. I have furnished both of my son's houses very cheaply with solid oak items. I can usually find specific makes when needed. I sell anything I no longer want and am trying very hard to ensure my sons don't have to face the mammoth clearance I had to face when my my parents died.

I love the sense of success when something sells and that it is being recycled. My grandchildren sometimes ask to find something and they enjoy sitting with me and looking for the best buy. I hope this is helping to develop a second hand/recycling mentality in them so they value things better.

My husband is very long suffering about collecting items and we have had some funny trips when items have been almost too big to get in the car.

I tend to sell 'Buy it Now' these days but the dopamine fix certainly had me in the past. A car for my son was the most exciting as we sat side by side bidding in an auction when suddenly everyone stopped bidding. Someone had asked a question about the V5 document and the reply was that it was in a desk drawer, in a container on the way to Singapore as they were leaving the country. The seller explained how to deal with the problem. This put everyone else off but we continued to bid and got the car for half price. When we collected it we were welcomed to the family farewell party then drove away a beautiful Golf GTi which my son loved for several years.

I think Vinted tends to be cheaper from what I have seen but if I am looking for a specific item I would look at both as they both have some protection for the buyer. Definitely worth a go. I will buy Christmas gifts from these sites and from charity shops but would not use Shein or Temu which only sell new items.

I volunteer in a charity shop and the quantity/quality of donations has definitely decreased since Vinted has gained popularity.