The ‘hourglass’ Vinted hack which helps clothes sell so much quicker – all the biggest accounts are using it

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

But it’s not as simple as upload and done – our stylish listings need to be given 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’s plenty of commonplace tricks to apply to up your sales. 

However, there’s one little known trick that some sellers claim works better than the rest.

So much so, some say it helps them sell items TWICE as quickly – and it takes zero effort to execute. 

Successful Vinted sellers are using the “hourglass” trick. 

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

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

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

There’s a few reasons why a simple side scrunch works wonders for your Vinted sales.

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

When potential buyers see clothing styled this way, they can better visualise how it will look on their body, making the item more appealing.

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Many of us find it challenging to gauge how an item will fit on our body just by looking at it laid flat. 

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

Secondly, by styling clothing in an hourglass shape, you can highlight specific features of the garment you’re trying to sell. 

This could be a cinched waist, flared skirt or tailored fit. 

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

QUICK facts on tax from the team at Vinted...

• The only time that an item might be taxable is if it sells for more than £6,000 and there is profit (sells for more than you paid for it). Even then, you can use your capital gains tax-free allowance of £3,000 to offset it.
• Generally, only business sellers trading for profit (buying goods with the purpose of selling for more than they paid for them) might need to pay tax. Business sellers who trade for profit can use a tax-free allowance of £1,000, which has been in place since 2017.
• More information here: vinted.co.uk/no-changes-to-taxes

Thirdly, the hourglass trick can make the item stand out among other listings that may be presented in a less thoughtful manner.

In an age where sustainability is not just a buzzword but a lifestyle, Vinted is the go-to platform for fashion lovers who want to keep their wardrobes fresh without costing the earth.

One of Vinted’s biggest draws is its user-friendly design. 

Listing items for sale is a breeze: snap a few photos, write a description, set your price and you’re good to go. 

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