Thrift shopping is now not only limited to thrift stores like Goodwill or Savers, but is now online as well. Depop is on the market with a brand new online platform for buyers to simply download on their phone and directly communicate with independent sellers to purchase used items like clothes or books. Directed at teenage and young adult audiences, Depop is beginning to initiate a new way of buying used clothes for fresh looks.
I first found this Depop app on the Google Play store when I was suddenly curious whether or not I could thrift clothes online. There are thrift stores distributed throughout the Bay Area, but the ones I was interested in were a bit too far. So finding Depop was probably one of the best app discoveries I have ever made. I wouldn’t need to drive a far distance as I could just buy something in the comfort of my home.
Depop is formatted to look like an online shop version of Instagram. It has the same home page, explore page, camera page, personal messages, and profile page. When you first open the app, you immediately see the explore page. The explore page presents a variety of items like clothes, accessories, shoes, and more by many sellers. However, the key difference between Depop and Instagram is how the camera page is utilized.
There is a massive community of independent sellers and shops on the app for buyers to choose from. You can choose to either be a buyer or a seller on the app--or even both. When you click on the camera page, there is an item description, item category, delivery method, and a price setting for you as the seller to fill out. If you plan on making money off of Depop, this is a great way for you to make some money on the side if you don’t have time to take on a job.
I first found this Depop app on the Google Play store when I was suddenly curious whether or not I could thrift clothes online. There are thrift stores distributed throughout the Bay Area, but the ones I was interested in were a bit too far. So finding Depop was probably one of the best app discoveries I have ever made. I wouldn’t need to drive a far distance as I could just buy something in the comfort of my home.
Depop is formatted to look like an online shop version of Instagram. It has the same home page, explore page, camera page, personal messages, and profile page. When you first open the app, you immediately see the explore page. The explore page presents a variety of items like clothes, accessories, shoes, and more by many sellers. However, the key difference between Depop and Instagram is how the camera page is utilized.
There is a massive community of independent sellers and shops on the app for buyers to choose from. You can choose to either be a buyer or a seller on the app--or even both. When you click on the camera page, there is an item description, item category, delivery method, and a price setting for you as the seller to fill out. If you plan on making money off of Depop, this is a great way for you to make some money on the side if you don’t have time to take on a job.
As a buyer, you have many thrifting options to choose from. Filters can range from menswear, womenswear, and to other categories like art, tech, music, or books. There is a wide spectrum of prices that extend from the lowest prices to the most expensive tags. The diversity of items on this app makes Depop such a special platform for those who want to pull off retro, vintage, and especially modern day looks.
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"The diversity of items on this app makes Depop such a special platform for those who want to pull off retro, vintage, and especially modern day looks. "
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The personal messaging page allows you to directly interact with independent shops and sellers if you want to know more about an item or arrange a purchase. Although Depop isn’t necessarily the app to make new friends, the community is friendly and warm towards each other, whether you’re a buyer or a seller.
I’ve already bought a couple items from Depop. Shipping is normally two to three days, but can sometimes extend to at least two weeks. All of my items had arrived on time and interacting with the sellers was a satisfying experience. I bought pink-tinted clout goggles, a pair of rare Doc Martens Britain platform boots, an off-the-shoulder dress, a yellow bell dress, a sleeveless turtleneck, a white bralette, and a beanie. All for affordable prices that ranged from five dollars up to one hundred dollars.
Depop satisfied me from the moment I bought my first item. Every product came in almost perfect condition, making my customer satisfaction soar to the highest. I highly recommend using Depop whenever you’re in the mood to binge shop, or just simply want to browse a variety of thrifted products.
I’ve already bought a couple items from Depop. Shipping is normally two to three days, but can sometimes extend to at least two weeks. All of my items had arrived on time and interacting with the sellers was a satisfying experience. I bought pink-tinted clout goggles, a pair of rare Doc Martens Britain platform boots, an off-the-shoulder dress, a yellow bell dress, a sleeveless turtleneck, a white bralette, and a beanie. All for affordable prices that ranged from five dollars up to one hundred dollars.
Depop satisfied me from the moment I bought my first item. Every product came in almost perfect condition, making my customer satisfaction soar to the highest. I highly recommend using Depop whenever you’re in the mood to binge shop, or just simply want to browse a variety of thrifted products.