Vinted’s ‘hourglass’ hack that helps clothes sell much faster – all the biggest accounts are using it

VINTED has become the most popular way for millions of Brits to earn extra money.

But it’s not as simple as uploading and that’s it – our stylish ads need to have the best possible chance of success.

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From using certain hashtags to posing in the clothes we’re trying to flog, there are many common tricks you can apply to increase your sales.

However, there is a little-known trick that some sellers claim works better than others.

So much so that some say it helps them sell items TWICE as fast – and requires no effort to execute.

Successful Vinted sellers are using the “hourglass” trick.

This involves cinching the hips or sides of any top or dress to give the clothes an hourglass shape.

“I swear they sell faster when I do this,” shared a Vinted user on TikTok.

“I get rid of items twice as fast using the hourglass trick,” said another.

There are a few reasons why a simple side squeeze does wonders for Vinted sales.

Firstly, the hourglass shape is universally considered flattering as it emphasizes the waist and balances the proportions between the breasts and hips.

When potential buyers see clothing styled this way, they can better visualize how it will look on their body, making the piece more attractive.

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Many of us find it challenging to judge how an item will fit our body just by looking at it lying down.

An hourglass presentation can show us a more accurate fit, especially for clothing designed to be tight or form-fitting.

Secondly, by styling clothes in an hourglass shape, you can highlight specific features of the piece you are trying to sell.

It could be a fitted waist, a flared skirt or a tailored cut.

Do you need to pay taxes on items sold on Vinted?

QUICK tax facts from the Vinted team…

• The only time an item may be taxable is if it sells for more than £6,000 and makes a profit (sold for more than you paid for it). You can still use your £3,000 capital gains tax-free allowance to offset it.
• Generally, only commercial sellers who trade for profit (buy goods with the aim of selling them for more than they paid for them) may have to pay tax. Business sellers trading for profit can use a £1,000 tax break, which has been in place since 2017.
• More information here: vintaged.co.uk/no-changes-to-taxes

Third, the hourglass trick can make the item stand out among other listings that may be presented less thoughtfully.

At a time when sustainability is not just a buzzword but a lifestyle, Vinted is the ideal platform for fashion lovers who want to keep their wardrobes fresh without costing anything.

One of Vinted’s biggest draws is its easy-to-use design.

Listing items for sale is very easy: take some photos, write a description, set your price and that’s it.

And now you can make this process even more streamlined by incorporating the “hourglass” trick into your photos.