271: How a Brand-Obsessed Reseller Consistently Finds Valuable Thrifted Clothing ($26 to $350 in 3 Days), feat. Kendall VanGilder

How do you spot valuable clothing brands at thrift stores, especially the ones other resellers might overlook? Kendall of Style Secondhand shares how she researches unfamiliar labels, identifies quality clothing, and makes smarter sourcing decisions. She also reveals how a $25.99 thrifted blazer sold for $350 in just three days!

In this episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast, host Maggie Scivicque talks with Kendall about turning a love of thrifting into a full-time reselling business. After leaving her management position at Lululemon, Kendall built a business sourcing and selling secondhand clothing on eBay, Poshmark, and Depop. Now she's sharing her approach to discovering valuable brands, researching resale demand, managing inventory, and building a sustainable business without getting caught up in hustle culture.

 

GUEST HANDLES & RESOURCES

• IG: @thestylesecondhand
• TT: @thestylesecondhand 
• Podcast: Resale Therapy Podcast

 

SHOW NOTES

• How Kendall spots unfamiliar clothing brands worth researching by checking fabric content, labels, and construction quality
• Why researching sold listings and buyer demand can help resellers avoid slow-moving inventory
• The story behind a $25.99 Blaze Milano blazer that sold for $350 in just three days
• Why Kendall cross-lists her inventory on eBay, Poshmark, and Depop instead of choosing which items belong on each platform
• What she learned transitioning from retail management to full-time reselling
• Why live selling wasn't the right fit for her business and how she avoids spreading herself too thin
• The importance of understanding actual resale profits, managing burnout, and creating a business that supports your life