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Poshmark Basics: Your Guide to Buying & Selling Like a Pro!

By Lori, Last updated on March 15, 2025
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Have you thought about cleaning out your closet and making a profit, or scoring designer finds at a fraction of the cost? Look no further than Poshmark, the social shopping platform that lets you buy and sell fashion directly with others. But how does Poshmark work, and how can you become a Poshmark pro? This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from setting up your closet to negotiating deals and closing sales. Get ready to transform your wardrobe and become a Poshmark power player!

You can earn extra income by selling your clothes on Poshmark. How does it work? It’s easy! Clean out your closet and make some extra cash.

I have affiliate relationships which means I may earn a small referral commission at no additional cost to you if you shop using my links.

How Does Poshmark Work

Plus you can find some great deals on Poshmark too. You can search for your favorite designers and also search by size.

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Buying and Selling on Poshmark

Hey, fashion lovers! I’m looking at you! Have you tried Poshmark yet? It’s the best way to buy brands like Lily Pulitzer, Tory Burch, Burberry, and more at deep discounts.

And if you have some like-new clothes you want to sell to make some extra cash, you should try Poshmark.

Basically, Poshmark is a way for you and me to enjoy keeping up with our shopping habits without it costing nearly as much. It is fantastic.

Whenever I see an expensive designer item I love, the next thing I do is head to the Poshmark app on my phone to see if someone is selling it. You will have a hard time paying retail once you start using my tip!

Don’t be overwhelmed, it’s a pretty simple platform. I’ll walk you through both the buying and selling process so you can get up and running in no time!

My sister Lynn loves to shop at thrift stores and has a keen eye for the good stuff. She often buys things to resell on Poshmark to make some side money. She uses the Poshmark app to see what others are selling similar items for to help her decide if she can make enough profit to make it worth her time. My sister does pretty well and it is something she enjoys.

Many fashion bloggers will sell items on Poshmark too so if there are favorite ones you follow, check to see if they have a Poshmark store or send them a DM to ask.

Bonus! If you sign up and use my code, you get $10 and I get a bonus too after you make your first purchase. Use code MOREWLESS  to get $10 free.

How To Sell on Poshmark

First, let’s look at how to sell your stuff on Poshmark. If you can post pics to Instagram, you can sell your stuff on Poshmark, it is that easy.

1.) Create An Account

The first step is to create an account. You’ll use this account to create authority as a reliable seller, so fill out as much as you can.

2.) Snap A Pic Of What You Are Selling

Now you are ready to sell! Take a pic of what you are selling and create a listing. If you want your stuff to sell faster and for more money, take good pictures. Fill the room with natural light and remove any distractions from the background.

They give you the option to add a filter. But personally, people have less trust in pictures with filters. They want to see the image they are going to buy the way it really looks.

3.) Add a Description

List searchable keywords in the description. Use as many specific words to describe your item as you can and be as descriptive and detailed as possible. Mention the condition of the item and take closeup photos of any wear and tear.

Good: Anthropologie Polka Dot Peplum Top

Bad: Black and white shirt.

If you are selling something that still has the tags, put NWT (new with tags) in the description.

A person delivering a package

4.) Ship Your Stuff

When someone buys your stuff, you will get a notification from Poshmark. They provide a printable shipping label. You just have to print it out, box up the stuff, and then drop it off at your local post office box.

5.) Get Paid

Now you are ready to get paid from Poshmark! This is super simple too. Just go into your account in the app. Tap “my balance.” Then tap “redeemable.” Choose how you want your money. You can get it via a mailed check or a bank direct deposit.

That’s it! What a fun and easy way to earn a little extra money with Poshmark.

How to Buy On Poshmark

Now that you know how to sell on Poshmark, let’s look at how easy it is to buy on Poshmark.

Buy via App or Web Browser

You can browse items from your laptop/desktop computer on Poshmark.com. Or you can download their app to your phone or tablet.

The site is easy to navigate. Search for what you want or click around the categories. You can search by designer, by the name of an item for example “navy blue pumps” and you can search by size.

Attend a Posh Party

You and your friends can gather together and shop in each other’s “closets” at a Posh Party you can attend online. They are so much fun! See special events and parties under the “New” tab.

Follow like-minded Poshmark sellers

When you find a Poshmark seller who sells what you like, you can follow them to see what they will be posting next!

A man paying online using a card

Pay with PayPal or Credit Card

When you are ready to pay, click “Buy now.” It’s so easy. You can pay with PayPal, GPay, or a credit card. Since you are buying from individuals and not a store, you will have to check out completely after every single item.

Customer Pays for Shipping

One thing to remember is that you will have to pay for shipping. Shipping fees average around $7 per item. And you’ll have to pay for shipping for each item you buy.

Wait for it  to Arrive

That’s it! Then just wait for up to 2 weeks for your items to arrive. They will have a tracking number so you’ll know when to expect them.

What will you buy on Poshmark?

This is such a fun way to find new clothes that you can’t find at your local stores. What will you buy next? I bought a formal dress for a wedding on Poshmark. I saw it at Macy’s for almost $300 and I paid $40. I’ve only worn it once and now I can resell it.

Give it a try!  If you sign up and use my code, you get $10 and I get a bonus too after you make your first purchase. Use code MOREWLESS to get $10 free.

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