With an excessive 100 billion garments produced each year, there’s really no skirting it: the clothing industry is not exactly friendly to this precious planet we call home. We at Stitch Fix always try to do our part to change that, and we’re excited that our latest partnership with ThredUp is a solid step toward the pursuit of more sustainable fashion.
We’ve partnered up with ThredUp—the leader in online consignment and thrifting, where you can both sell your preloved clothes and purchase others’—to make it easy to give your quality pre-owned clothing and accessories the best possible chance at a second life. And here’s the best part: for a limited time, you can earn an extra 15% in Stitch Fix shopping credit when you use your latest Fix box to consign preloved clothes with ThredUp!
How to send your clothes to ThredUp
Here’s how it works:
- First: Get your label
Use your Stitch Fix account email to print a free shipping label to use on any Fix box. - Then Fill any Fix box
Drop in quality pre-loved women’s or kid’s items from any brand. Please check your shipping label for drop-off locations via UPS or FedEx/USPS. - Woo hoo! Get Stitch Fix credit
Earn Stitch Fix shopping credit for eligible items that sell on ThredUp within the listing window (see the payout timeline here). Bonus: for a limited time, you’ll earn an extra 15% in Stitch Fix shopping credit!
Cleaning out your closet: Our Stylists’ guide
Want to give it a shot but not exactly sure where to begin? We asked Landess, one of our expert Stylists with a personal passion for thrifting, to share a few simple tips for a successful closet cleanout.
- “If you haven’t worn (or even touched) something in 6 months or longer—not counting seasonal pieces, of course—it’s probably time to let it go.”
- “When you start the process of decluttering your closet, take inventory of what you’re getting rid of. Is the fit off? Does the color not suit you? Is the material uncomfortable? Refining your style and preferences will help you make better choices when adding new items to your wardrobe.”
- “Do your best to honestly reassess sizing discrepancies—do you need to update to new sizing?”
- As you go, sort your clothes into three piles: to donate, to consign to ThredUp and to toss. For the toss pile, try searching out local spots that recycle preloved clothes—the less clothing that ends up in landfills, the happier our planet.
What does ThredUp accept?
Once you’ve cleared out that much-needed space in your closet, there are a few more rules to follow when it comes to how to send clothes to ThredUp: Please check every single item before packing!
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- Ensure that you ONLY send clean and freshly laundered items
- Check hidden spots for wear and tear: behind the neck, under the arms, seams, etc.
- Remove all personal items from pockets and handbags
- In-demand designer items that are in good but not excellent condition might be accepted, but they MUST be clean and freshly laundered
What does ThredUp not accept?
There’s also a brief list of items ThredUp can’t accept for resale. Quality is the #1 reason items are not accepted for resale
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- Items with wear and tear: no pilling, fading, shrinkage, stains or odors
- Damaged or altered items: no rips, holes, missing parts, broken zippers, altered hems or missing labels
- Banned categories are: men’s, PJs, intimates, jewelry, formal gowns, non-apparel items and any counterfeit items will not be accepted
- Items that don’t have a size
- Accessories are an exception, as are some highly sought-after brands
That’s it! Ready to clear your closet clutter and earn an extra 15% in Stitch Fix shopping credits?
Eco-minded and want to partner with your very own Stitch Fix Stylist to help you make even more thoughtful fashion choices moving forward? Take your style quiz, order a Fix and let your Stylist do the work for you. They’ll choose just-for-you pieces to save you time (and a trip to the mall). Keep what works, and return the rest—or keep 5+ pieces and get 25% off your entire order. Shipping and returns are always free—no subscription required. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
