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Is there any good way to sell nice clothes?

Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:36 pm
Posted by Tigerfan56
Member since May 2010
10521 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:36 pm
So about a year ago I started a job where I needed to wear dress shirts more, whereas my previous job I could wear polos or casual shirts. As such, I didn't really have dress shirts and/or know how one should properly fit.

I know this makes me sound dumb, but I was (still am) very novice when it came to professional dress. Fast forward to today, and recently through being fitted for a wedding, I discovered that I have been wearing the wrong fitting dress shirts. I never gave slim fits a chance because I have a dad bod. But I discovered the slim fits actually look a lot better on me. The modern fit I have been wearing is very baggy.

Anyway, I have 9 pretty nice dress shirts from Brooks Brothers (ranging from $90-200/piece). These have all been bought within the past 9 months, and I have taken good care of them. It's at least $900 worth of shirts. Is there a good way to sell these or exchange these? I would like to get some money for them in order to buy some more of the fit that I prefer.

If anyone on here cares, they are size 17 34 and in a Regent Fit.
Posted by jimbeam
University of LSU
Member since Oct 2011
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Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:37 pm to
eBay. Seriously.
Posted by TheCaterpillar
Member since Jan 2004
76774 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:37 pm to
Brooks brothers resale value is limited.

But if you have consignment stores try that. Or eBay.
Posted by castorinho
13623 posts
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Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:39 pm to
Just keep them
Posted by castorinho
13623 posts
Member since Nov 2010
82082 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:39 pm to
Just keep them for when you inevitably become fat
Posted by GreatLakesTiger24
One State Solution
Member since May 2012
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Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:40 pm to
Couldn’t you bring them to a tailor?
Posted by Tigerfan56
Member since May 2010
10521 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:43 pm to
quote:

Couldn’t you bring them to a tailor?


This is something I hadn't considered.

I think a tailor could definitely alter the waist area and bring that in.

What about the sleeves? They are too baggy, the cuff is also too big. Could a tailor help with that?

I have never tailored dress shirts.
Posted by Walt OReilly
Poplarville, MS
Member since Oct 2005
124694 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:44 pm to
Plato’s closet
Posted by Tigerfan56
Member since May 2010
10521 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:44 pm to
quote:

Just keep them for when you inevitably become fat



I have already became fat (compared to college).

I am working hard to make sure there isn't a round 2 of that
Posted by 91TIGER
Lafayette
Member since Aug 2006
17763 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 7:46 pm to
quote:

eBay. Seriously.



But, the poster below is correct too, Brooks Brothers is common on eBay. If you're willing to just make a few dollars and unload stuff, not recoup your losses, you will sell it. Just make sure you cover the shipping and what else you get for the clothing is a bonus. I would sell at a good low price on a 'Buy it Now' listing.
Posted by pwejr88
Red Stick
Member since Apr 2007
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Posted on 6/18/19 at 8:36 pm to
Facebook Marketplace








eBay




















Plato’s Closet


Posted by Shepherd88
Member since Dec 2013
4596 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 8:53 pm to
No help with the resale. But check out state and liberty shirts going forward. They are an athletic fit and are made of a dry fit type material, so great for hot and humid summers.
Posted by Tester1216
South Louisiana
Member since Jul 2018
22149 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 8:54 pm to
Poshmark
Posted by Mikey99
Member since Nov 2016
260 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 8:57 pm to
Nope. Men’s clothes regardless of quality are not going to have a good resale value. Hang on to them in case you get fat. Quality shoes do hold value though.
Posted by Tester1216
South Louisiana
Member since Jul 2018
22149 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 9:00 pm to
Posted by soccerfüt
Location: A Series of Tubes
Member since May 2013
66026 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 9:04 pm to
Brooks Brothers has several sales throughout the year where their shirts in new condition are $50.00.

(The sale is actually 4 shirts for $199)

So factor that into your potential asking price.

Good luck, sorry I can’t take advantage of your folly.
Posted by Ben Hur
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Feb 2013
895 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 10:06 pm to
quote:

What about the sleeves? They are too baggy, the cuff is also too big. Could a tailor help with that?


A good tailor can alter any part of your clothes. You should ask around your area for recommendations.
This post was edited on 6/18/19 at 10:10 pm
Posted by CorkSoaker
Member since Oct 2008
9798 posts
Posted on 6/18/19 at 10:15 pm to
Donate to charity. Get receipt. Tax deduction.
Posted by Caplewood
Atlanta
Member since Jun 2010
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Posted on 6/18/19 at 10:41 pm to
Depop
Posted by Pelican fan99
Lafayette, Louisiana
Member since Jun 2013
34958 posts
Posted on 6/19/19 at 12:44 am to
You must be poor. Only an poor would do such a thing
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