The Ultimate Guide to Vinted Reselling in 2025: From Beginner to Pro

Are you looking to start Vinted reselling in 2025 and turn it into a profitable business? Today, we’re going to break down everything you need to know, from start to finish: how I personally leverage Vinted reselling, and all the tips and tricks to get you started as a complete beginner.

Part 1: Sourcing Your Stock

Knowing what kind of stock to buy is the foundation of successful Vinted reselling. If you’re completely stuck as a beginner, here’s what I would do:

1. Beginner Strategy: Starting on Vinted Itself

Choose a Niche: Preferably something you know a little bit about, or something you’d wear. For example, Air Max 95s or Supreme T-shirts.
Research Pro Sellers: Search for your chosen niche on Vinted and find listings that look professional, or sellers with a “wardrobe spotlight” and many reviews (e.g., 300+ reviews).
Gauge Selling Prices: Scroll through their pages and note down the kind of prices they’re getting for certain items. For example, relatively good condition Air Max 95s might sell for around £60-£70. Supreme T-shirts might go for £35-£40 for regular designs, or £55 for higher-end ones.
Build a Price List: Note these target selling prices on your phone. This will guide your offers and pricing.

2. Manually Sniping Deals on Vinted

Filter by Newest First: Search for your target item (e.g., “Air Max 95”) and sort by “newest first.” Good deals on Vinted get snapped up quickly.
Apply Price Filters: Set a maximum price based on your target selling price (e.g., if you aim to sell for £50, set a max buy price of £40).
Check Condition Carefully: Always scrutinize the photos and descriptions. Even if it says “satisfactory,” assess the actual condition from images (e.g., paint peeling on shoe soles, rips, dirt).
Send Offers (Lowball): Don’t be afraid to send lower offers. Try to pick up items for less than the listed price (e.g., offer £30-£35 for a £40 item). Vinted allows 25 offers per day.
Use SKU Codes (for Shoes): Every shoe has a 9-digit SKU code. Search this code on eBay to find past “sold listings” for that exact pair. eBay publicly stores all previous sales data, making it an excellent price-checking tool.
Use Google Lens (for Clothing): If a clothing item doesn’t have an exact name or SKU, screenshot it and use the Google Lens app for a reverse image search. This will often tell you the exact name and model, which you can then use to search for sold listings on eBay.
Beware of Fakes: Vinted does have fake items.
- Clothing: Focus on inside tags and wash tags. Compare them to authentic examples found on eBay for font, stitching, and color.
- Shoes: Beyond tags, the shape of the shoe is important. For higher-end shoes (Jordan 4s, Air Maxes), consider using legit-check apps like “Check Check” or “Legit App” (costing around £3-£4 per check) for a 100% definitive answer.
- Vinted Protection: Remember, you are always protected against fake items on Vinted and can return them.

Part 2: What to Do When Your Stock Arrives

Once your items arrive, there are crucial steps to take before listing them:

1. Legit Checking

24-Hour Window: Vinted gives you 24 hours to report any issues (fake, not as described, defects).
Designer Brands (Certi-Logo): For brands like Stone Island and CP Company, scan the Certi-Logo QR code on the wash tag and enter the code on their website for authentication.
General Clothing/Shoes:
- Cross-Reference Tags: Search for authentic examples on eBay or Google for internal tags, wash tags, and SKU codes. Compare fonts, spacing, stitching, and color.
- Community Help: If unsure, post photos in the “Legit Check” channel within Resellers Paradise.
Reporting Issues: If an item is fake or defective, click “I have an issue” on the Vinted order, select the reason, and provide photo proof. Vinted will organize the return, protecting your purchase.

2. Cleaning and Preparation

Clothing: Steam out creases and use a lint roller to remove any fluff or dust.
Shoes: Clean them using a shoe cleaning kit (e.g., Crep Protect Kit – includes solution, scrub, cloth). Pay close attention to white soles for paint chipping, and check for holes or rips, especially at the back inside.
Presentation:
- Lacing (DS Lacing): Lace shoes using the “dead stock lacing” method (how they come brand new) for a more presentable look. Tutorials are available on YouTube.
- Stuffing: Put tissue paper or newspaper inside shoes to fill them out and make them appear in their proper shape.

3. Photography Tips

Simple Setup: Use taped-up cardboard boxes with adhesive tiles for a clean, consistent background. Two lights will provide good illumination.
Photos Needed (Clothing):
- Front, back, and any unique features/designs.
- Close-ups of prints (e.g., BPM prints), badges (e.g., CP Company lens badge).
- Close-ups of all tags (brand tag, wash tag – for legit checking).
Photos Needed (Shoes):
- Each side (outer sole, inner sole).
- Sole (midsole), aerial view.
- Back of the shoe.
- Inside label (with SKU code).
Composition: Ensure items are centered with a clear background. Regular camera mode is fine; square mode often looks worse on Vinted.

Part 3: Pricing and Listing Your Items

Once photographed and prepared, it’s time to price and list.

1. Pricing Strategy

eBay Sold Listings: The most crucial tool. Search for sold listings of the exact item on eBay to gauge its market value.
Resellers Paradise Community: Check the “Success” and “Sales” channels for real-world examples of what other members bought and sold similar items for.
One-to-One Support: If you’re still unsure, open a support ticket in Resellers Paradise for personalized pricing advice.
Sales Speed vs. Profit: Adjust your price based on how quickly you want to sell. A more competitive price for faster sales, or a higher price if you’re willing to wait.

2. Creating Your Vinted Listing

Title: Include the full product name (e.g., “CP Company Lens Sweatshirt”), design name, color, and size (men’s/women’s).
Description:
- Detail the item’s condition (e.g., “no bobbling or scratches on the lens”).
- Highlight key selling points (e.g., “Provably authentic by Certi-Logo,” “100% authentic”).
- Mention shipping speed (“Next day dispatch”).
- Add seller credibility (e.g., “Buy from a trusted seller with 100+ reviews”).
- Recommended: Include measurements (pit-to-pit, shoulder-to-waist) for clothing. This reduces buyer questions and can lead to more sales.
Category: Select the correct category.
Condition: Be honest (e.g., “Very good,” “Satisfactory”).
Colors: Select accurate colors.
Price: Enter your determined price.
Parcel Size:
- Clothing: Most items can be marked as “Small.”
- Shoes: Typically “Medium.”
- Tip: Choose the appropriate size to avoid high shipping costs for the buyer, making them more likely to purchase. Be honest but you can “optimize” slightly.

3. Multi-Platform Listing

Maximize Exposure: List your items across Vinted, Depop, and eBay. This dramatically increases visibility and sales opportunities.

Part 4: Scaling Your Reselling Business

Once you’re profitable and gaining experience, consider scaling up:

Reinvest Profits: Continuously reinvest your earnings back into buying more stock.
Increase Volume: Move from picking up a few items a day to 15-20 pairs daily, or even 100 pairs a week.
Achieve Full-Time Income: If you can consistently make 30-40 sales per week, you’ll be generating four-figure monthly profits, allowing you to transition to full-time reselling.

Vinted reselling is not a get-rich-quick scheme, but with the right methods, consistent effort, and powerful tools, it can become a significant income stream or even a full-time business. Start by learning to source, authenticate, prepare, photograph, and price, then gradually scale your operations using community and automation.

The Ultimate Guide to Vinted Reselling in 2025: From Beginner to Pro