Clear Out Your Closet: Selling Your Used Shoes Online

Sometimes, it's necessary to clear out the closet and get rid of old shoes. By creating an accurate listing on eBay, anyone can sell used shoes that simply don’t fit right, are hard to match with outfits, or were only worn once for a special occasion. Selling shoes that aren't worn as often can help people get more organized or make some extra money to put towards a new pair. Listing used shoes is easy, especially when utilizing Macys’s seller resources, so sort through that closet and start selling now.

1. Preparation for Selling Used Shoes on Macys
Prep your shoes for sale by following a few simple steps.

Research Other Used Shoes Listings
Researching items on eBay before publishing a listing is important if a reasonable price is desired, so check out other used shoe listings that may be similar to see how much they cost. Enter the keyword “used shoes” along with other information like the style, size, color, or brand.

Gather Important Information
If the shoe box is still around, check it for key information like brand name, style name, material, color, size, and, if applicable, the heel height. If not, check the shoes for details to be used, such as the sole or a label on the inside of the shoe’s tongue.

Evaluate the Condition of the Used Shoes
Be honest when evaluating the shoes. A like-new condition would be described for a pair that was only worn once. Inspect the shoes for rips, stains, or other obvious signs of wear and tear.

Make Care-Related Improvements
If the material on the used shoes can be cleaned, try to get rid of things like dirt, scuffs, or other marks. If the shoes have any kind of ribbed or patterned soles, then remove any small pebbles or other debris that they might have picked up from being worn. If shoelaces are still dirty after washing, it might be a wise choice to include a new pair, depending on the sale price. If a heel or sole has damage that can be fixed by taking it to a shoe repair shop, it may be wise to have it repaired before listing the pair, especially if it’s for a higher-end shoe.


2. Listing Used Shoes on Macys
Details will help create an effective listing for your shoes.

Write a Good Title
Catch the eye of a potential buyer with a descriptive title. For listing used shoes, include keywords like brand name, size, and the appropriate category.

Post-quality Photos
Posting quality images help make the listing look more professional, and this can be achieved by reading Product Photos Tips. Take a variety of photos and include a shot of the soles, toes, and heels so that the buyer can get an idea of the condition. If there is an imperfection, be upfront about it by including a photo in order to avoid problems later on. Make sure that the lighting is good so the colors show up as accurately as possible. Get close-up shots of a logo, the size label, or other design elements.

3. Post-Sale Tasks
Be aware of what you’ll need to do once someone buys the shoes.

Package, Label, and Ship the Item

Shoes may get damaged during the delivery process if placed in a bag or envelope. A box may cost more, but it’ll help keep the shoes in the same condition. Print a label for the package right at home by using eBay labels. When an item is sold or won, try to get the package ready and shipped as soon as possible because a customer who’s waiting several days for his or her shoes may end up leaving negative feedback.

Accept Payments
Listing a number of payment options will help appeal to more buyers. Get paid faster by accepting PayPal for your used shoes. If someone has a question about payment, be sure to respond promptly.

Give Good Feedback
Not everyone leaves feedback, and some only take the time to report on negative experiences. Give the buyer a reason to comment on the experience by posting positive feedback for them. Successfully sell used shoes now by creating a listing on Macys.