 admitting they have too many clothes, according to a study. But the poll, of 2,000 adults, found that three in 10 can't resist the lure of a new outfit, as 30% intend to buy yet more items before clearing out some of their unloved garments. Almost half (43%) of those polled have bought an item online and not liked it, but kept it anyway – with three in five (59%) of those who have done so admitting they 'couldn't be bothered' to return it. And rather than give away or sell such items, 55% have thrown clothing in the bin which was either perfectly good or easily fixable – although 34% felt guilty afterwards. Just over two-thirds (67%) have so far decided against both clearing space in their wardrobes, and making money in the process, by selling old items online. But the study, commissioned by Samsung UK, found the 33% who have tried their hand at selling garments in this way have earnt an of average £350 to date – with one in five bringing in £500 or more. Samsung lets you take the best photos of your clothes, to give you a good chance of selling them ( CPG Photos) Love Island star Tasha Ghouri, pictured using the Samsung Z Flip4 to snap her own second-hand buys, said: 'Selling clothes online is about to become your next side hustle. 'Putting the effort in to capturing the best photos for your online listing will help you sell more items, for better prices, and at a faster pace. 'When I shop second-hand, I always want to see what it looks like with someone wearing it, so make sure you capture pictures with you in it to drive more interest.' The study found that on average, those polled can become bored of wearing the same piece){kind=link}
Two-thirds have so far decided against trying to sell unloved clothing items – with three in ten planning to buy more before having a clear-out
Fashion-loving Brits have almost £800 worth of unworn clothes sat in their wardrobes, with one in three (32%) admitting they have too many clothes, according to a study.
But the poll, of 2,000 adults, found that three in 10 can’t resist the lure of a new outfit, as 30% intend to buy yet more items before clearing out some of their unloved garments.
Almost half (43%) of those polled have bought an item online and not liked it, but kept it anyway â with three in five (59%) of those who have done so admitting they “couldn’t be bothered” to return it.
And rather than give away or sell such items, 55% have thrown clothing in the bin which was either perfectly good or easily fixable â although 34% felt guilty afterwards.