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10 Great Places to Sell Used Clothes

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Whether you have a closet full of items you don't wear or you just need to make some extra cash fast, selling your used clothes is a great way to do it, especially if you like to wear brand names. You can do it online or in person, depending on your preference, but either way, you have plenty of options. Best of all, once you've sold the clothes, you have the cash in hand and the space in your closet to buy a few new outfits.

thredUp

If you're looking for the easiest option that requires the least amount of effort on your part, try thredUp. The service sends you a bag, you fill it up, mail it in and the staff offers you up to 40 percent of retail value after they look over your clothing. It pays via PayPal, or you can donate the money to a nonprofit.

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Plato's Closet

If you prefer to unload your clothes in person, search for a Plato's Closet near you. Just keep in mind the store specializes in junior's sizes and clothing for teens and 20-somethings. Each store is different, but most of them accept clothing, shoes and accessories that are gently used and currently in style.

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Buffalo Exchange

Buffalo Exchange is another great place where you can sell your clothing in person and receive cash on the spot. You'll get 30 percent of what the store believes it can sell the item for, or you can earn 50 percent if you're willing to take store credit. They accept clothing for adults of all ages and sizes, though keep in mind there are only a few dozen stores spread around the country.

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Clothes Mentor

Clothes Mentor is similar to Buffalo Exchange and Plato's Closet, though it focuses more on brand-name items and only on women's clothing. You can check its website for more info on which brands the stores prefer. Bring your clean clothing in good condition, and you'll earn about 25 to 30 percent of what the staff can sell the item for right on the spot.

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eBay

eBay has come a long way over the last decade or so, but it's still a great place to make some extra cash when you have some nice items to sell. Take pictures of your clothing and accessories, describe their condition and create an auction for them. If someone bids, you receive money via PayPal, debit card or credit card.

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Tradesy

Tradesy is sort of like eBay, but it only handles clothing and accessories, and you don't have to do all the work yourself. You send in a picture of your item, and you can set the price or let them do it for you. The item is listed for sale on the site, and once it sells, they send you a shipping kit. After Tradesy takes a small commission, you get the rest of the cash via PayPal.

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Once Upon a Child

If you have children, you know how fast they outgrow their clothing. As it turns out, you can make a few bucks selling those little outfits, along with toys, shoes and other baby gear at Once Upon a Child. If there's a store in your area, bring your stuff in, and they'll pay you on the spot for what they want.

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Material World

If you love all things luxurious and high fashion, Material World is the option for you. Much like thredUP, they'll send you a box that you can fill with your designer clothing and accessories (see the website for a list of accepted designers) and mail in to the company. When they receive it, they'll email you an offer, and if you accept, you'll receive the cash up front.

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Etsy

If you have some cool older clothing, you may want to sell it on Etsy. While most people think of the site as a marketplace for buying handmade items, it also allows sellers to post vintage items, ranging from clothing and accessories to collectibles and home decor. Keep in mind that "vintage" means anything over 20 years old, so it may be time to finally sell your high school or college wardrobe.

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Garage Sales

If all else fails, and you don't have brand names or your items aren't quite in the good condition that many of these stores and sites require, consider holding a garage sale at your home or in your community. You can price the clothing as low or as high as you want, sell whatever you want and you don't have to worry about mailing it away or hauling it off to a store.