Selling
What does consignment mean?
It’s an agreement to pay the supplier of goods after the goods are sold.
How does the consignment work?
The first step in consignment is getting your items accepted. You will need to share details of your collection, so we can determine their value and eligibility for resale. The next step is either shipping with our pre-paid label or local pickup. When items arrive here, our store handles the pricing, marketing and selling to the customer. Each month, you will receive payment for a percentage of the proceeds.
What kind of clothes do you accept?
We accept men’s clothes and accessories made by high-quality designer and upscale brands. All items must be clean and in excellent condition.
My items were not accepted. Can you tell me why?
We consider and appreciate every consignment request. However, there are many reasons why we have to decline items. The items must be a good fit for our customer, and they must meet a minimum value threshold in order to surpass our shipping and labor costs. If we cannot sell your item to our customer at a profitable price, then we cannot accept it.
What happens if consigned items do not sell?
Unsold items can be returned to you, or donated to a local charity. Return shipping fees may apply in some cases; please review your consignment agreement for details.
How much are my used designer clothes worth?
The value of pre-owned clothing depends on many factors, including: condition, current fashions, rarity, and retail prices. If you have men’s clothes or accessories that may be valuable, feel free to contact us for an estimate.
How do I ship my items to you?
Use a shipping box or stop by a local office supply or home improvement store and buy a few inexpensive moving boxes. Line the box with plastic or paper and place your items inside.
Attach the Menswear Market pre-paid FedEx shipping label and you’re ready to ship. Simply drop your boxes off with a carrier and leave the rest to us!
How long will it take to sell everything?
It usually takes 2-3 months to sell every item from a client’s collection. In some cases, we also extend the selling period to increase your total sales.
Who decides the price of items on consignment?
We determine sale prices for consignment items. If you have a specific value in mind, please mention this before you sign up.
Before your items are listed online, we’ll send you a document with resale prices for all of your items. Our pricing system works to satisfy all parties, including clients, customers and the store.
What is your commission?
For items sold, we pay you: 50% of the proceeds for items $50 and less, 60% for items between $50 and $999, and 70% for items $1,000 and up. Most of the items we sell are in the 60 percent tier.
Is it better to consign clothes or sell them myself?
When you consign at Menswear Market, your items become available to a much larger audience of customers. They sell from our online store in addition to popular e-commerce sites like eBay.
To facilitate sales, you’ll receive expert services including garment prep, inventory management, product photography, copywriting, marketing, customer service, worldwide shipping, and package handling.
If you want the highest payment for designer and luxury items – and you don’t want to put all the work into sales – then consignment is truly your best option.
Why choose a men’s consignment store?
With our singular focus on menswear, we ensure that your items get exposed to the right audience. Our customers are specifically looking for high end men’s clothing (not designer handbags or furniture, etc). This means your items are more likely to sell fast, and at fair market value.
How many items should I consign?
Send as many items as you want – as long as each item has been approved for consignment. If you’re sending merchandise from out-of-state, we recommend sending at least 10 items with a minimum value of $400 for the collection.
How should I decide which clothing items to sell?
The simple answer is: sell the valuable items that you never wear or use.
Begin by cleaning out your closet. Remove items that you no longer wear or cannot wear. Then separate the valuable designer brand items from the low-value donation items. Create a basic inventory list with the brand name, item type and approximate age.
Damaged or defective clothing cannot be sold, so check garments for any damage or evidence of wear. If you find a defect, move the item to your donation pile.
Where do you sell used designer clothing?
Customers may purchase from the Menswear Market online store, eBay store, or during in-person sale events.
Can you recommend a different resale store or charity for donation of suits?
Sorry, we get this question frequently and do not have the time to provide guidance for everyone who inquires on the website. A local thrift store is typically the best and most convenient option for donations.
Do you sell used suits?
Yes, we are one of the few consignment shops focused on selling men’s tailored clothing. However, the vast majority of suits are not eligible for this service. We accept high end suits and designer labels only.
When is the best time of year to consign clothes?
If you have seasonal clothing, it’s wise to schedule your consignment 1-2 months in advance of that season. For example, you should plan to sell a collection of sweaters and outerwear in late August or September, for best results . Because our store sells worldwide, we have some extra flexibility when it comes to seasonal items.
Buying
When does my order ship?
All orders ship on the next business day, guaranteed. We do not ship on American holidays (when the postal service is closed) or on weekends.
What shipping service(s) do you use?
Most orders ship USPS Ground Advantage, with a 3 – 5 day domestic delivery time. In some cases, we may use FedEx Ground and/or signature confirmation.
Are the photos of the actual product?
Photos are taken here, of the actual product for sale. We do not, and never will, use stock images.
Do you ship outside the United States?
Yes, if your region or country is not listed, please email us to coordinate an International order. We can invoice you directly through PayPal.
Are your designer products authentic?
Yes, all designer products are authentic as branded, as described on the website. Our consignment suppliers are trusted partners who shop in luxury boutiques and department stores.
Can you express / overnight my shipment?
Sorry, we do not offer express shipping at this time.
I never received a confirmation email. What is my order status?
In most cases, this is caused by a typo in the email address entered for your order. Check your Promotions or Junk email folder, and if you still cannot locate our email, please get in touch.
Are your products used?
Our store sells only previously owned menswear and accessories. Menswear Market has no relationship or affiliation with the brands sold on this website. Please refer to the condition description on each product page for specific details.
How do I return an item?
Returns are accepted only for online / website orders. Purchases from an in-person event are final. To start an online return, please fill out the form on this page.
Do you accept offers?
In most cases, items are not eligible for offers. However, we do negotiate pricing on marked down sale merchandise after it has been in stock for an extended period.
Can you get me the item in a different size?
Being a consignment shop means we usually sell just 1 size, and 1 unit of each piece. It is unlikely that we have an alternative size for any piece.
Can you notify me if you receive a particular brand?
We do not have any system for personalized notifications. Please join the email list to get updated about new arrivals.