TLDR: Spring cleaning is the perfect time to clear out clothes that no longer fit your life and turn them into cash or store credit through resale platforms and plus size resell & consignment boutiques. This guide covers the best online marketplaces (Poshmark, Depop, Mercari, ThredUp) and dedicated plus size resale shops that actually get the value of our wardrobes, plus why participating in circular fashion is a powerful move for sustainability and access in our community.
Even if the weather’s still giving winter whisper, spring is technically here.. . which means it’s time for the annual ritual we both dread and secretly love: spring cleaning. No more blaming our messy closets on being “too busy”… we’ve been home, sis. This is the perfect time to clear out the clothes that no longer serve you, make space for pieces that do, and start visualizing the wardrobe you actually want to step into this season. Think of it less like a chore and more like curating your own closet boutique.
And here’s the fun (and functional) part: you can turn that clean-out into cash by reselling your gently-worn plus size fashion finds. Not only is this a smart way to refresh your style budget, but it’s also a huge win for sustainability. The plus size fashion space has long faced limited options and overconsumption of fast fashion but resale gives our community the chance to recirculate great pieces, reduce waste, and make fashion more accessible for everyone.
Also, with spring cleaning, comes new wardrobes, clear up your closet to make room for some new spring/summer plus size fashion pieces! And after the few years that we have had, there may be some of us in need of a DEEEEEP cleaning of our closets. Right?
Right.
It’s always nice to do a bit of spring cleaning and let go of pieces that either are no longer your style, or you no longer have a need for. Plus you are doing a great thing for the environment by extending the life of your clothing!
If you’re following the Sunday Reset trend, that weekly ritual of systematizing your space and getting organized for the week ahead, treat your closet the same way. Apply that same spatial efficiency mindset: every item should earn its place.
Here at The Curvy Fashionista we’re all about stylish solutions, so we’ve rounded up a few go-to spots for reselling your plus size gems, because someone else’s closet purge might just be your next favorite look. Stay tuned!
Plus Size Resell or Consignment: Where To Sell Or Donate Your Plus Size Clothes
The power duo started having sales via Facebook Live once a month, which they also noticed had become a space that inspired women to get out of their comfort zone, trying new styles without breaking the bank. Their customers were interacting with them on a personal level, sharing their OOTDs and it became more than just selling clothing. It became a community.
Darlene and Sandra started referring to their customers as the BHCC squad and later created a private Facebook group to offer private flash sales and have a safe, non-judgmental place for the squad to share their outfit images and interact with each other.”
This group hosts FB lives to sell various plus size fashion options, all worn or owned by some of your favorite plus size influencers.
Cake Plus Size Resale is a Minneapolis-based brick-and-mortar shop specializing in plus size consignment for all genders. Located at 5155 Bloomington Ave, Cake operates on a body-positive, community-centered model with in-store shopping, online options, mystery bags, Instagram story sales, and Facebook Live events. They buy secondhand plus size pieces in-person (Thursdays and Fridays) and offer Monday "Happy Hour" with 20% off all day. Founded by Cat Polivoda, Cake has been featured in Star Tribune, MPR News, and Twin Cities PBS for championing fat-positive fashion and creating affirming retail spaces. Open Thursday through Monday.
Curv Exchange is a Tampa Bay-based plus size resale boutique with locations in St. Petersburg, Tampa, Clearwater, Bradenton, and an outlet in Port Richey. Founded in 2017, Curv Exchange specializes in trendy, name-brand plus size clothing in sizes 14-6X (Large through 6X+), including favorites like Torrid, Lane Bryant, and Eloquii. The boutique operates on a trade model, offering immediate in-store credit at approximately 50% of resale value on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Curv Exchange is open seven days a week with in-store shopping, online sales, and #CURVLIVE sales on Tuesdays at 1pm EST and Thursdays/Sundays at 6pm EST. The Port Richey location is an outlet store with 50% off all day, every day.
Fat Fancy is a radical body positive plus size resell and consignment boutique located in Portland, Oregon. They carry all gender clothing, shoes, and accessories in Vintage + Modern styles!
You can also book a video or in-person styling session with Bee at fatfancyfashions.com as well as shop clothing only available on their site!
Fit For A Queen is Richmond's only consignment boutique dedicated exclusively to curvy women in sizes 14 and up. Founded in 2018 by Laura Ricker (former CPA and longtime customer of its predecessor, Kathi's Kloset), the shop was voted Richmond Magazine's Best Consignment Shop in 2021 and 2022. Located at 9000 Quioccasin Rd in the Quioccasin Station Shopping Center, Fit For A Queen offers gently-loved clothing, shoes (size 8+), handbags, jewelry, and accessories curated for curves and budgets. The boutique accepts walk-in consignments (no appointment needed) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays, pays consignors 40% per sale, and hosts Thursday night Facebook Live sales at 7pm. All unsold clothing is donated to women in need.
Just Her Size Consignment is a plus size consignment boutique based in Fairfield, Ohio (near Cincinnati), operating both a brick-and-mortar store and robust online presence since 2012. The shop specializes in sizes 14 and up with in-store shopping, online shop, mail-in consignment program, and Facebook Live sales on Mondays at 6pm and Thursdays at 7pm EST. Just Her Size offers walk-in consignments, pick-up services, and nationwide shipping, making it accessible for consignors and shoppers across the country. Known for transparency, fair consignment splits, and a welcoming atmosphere, the boutique carries everything from casual wear and athletic apparel to formal dresses, designer handbags, shoes, and accessories.
More to Love Plus-Size Thrift & Consignment Boutique in Asheville NC
More To Love Consignment is an award-winning plus size consignment boutique based in Asheville, North Carolina, founded in 2019. Specializing in sizes 12 and up (L through 4XL and beyond), the shop offers over 3,000 curated pieces both in-store and online with nationwide shipping. More To Love adds 100+ new arrivals weekly and maintains strict quality standards, accepting only like-new pieces with no visible wear. Items are priced at 30-40% of retail for like-new pieces and 40-70% below retail for brand-new items, with unsold pieces marked down progressively (up to 80% off) before being donated to The Curvy Closet, the shop's outreach program providing free clothing to local nonprofits and community partners.
Reselling at PLUS BKLYN is a breeze—they're always on the lookout for stylish, gently-worn plus-size pieces to add to their curated racks. Whether you’re local or mailing items in, their consignment process is super easy and totally worth it for giving your pre-loved fashion a second life.
ResellXL is an online plus size designer consignment store operating from a warehouse near Washington, DC. Specializing in sizes 14/XL and up, ResellXL receives and sells hundreds of pieces weekly from major department stores including Nordstrom, Saks, Neiman Marcus, Eileen Fisher, Marina Rinaldi, Bloomingdales, Macy's, Von Maur, Dillard's, and Belk. The shop also accepts designer women's shoes, boots, and handbags with an original price over $100 (including Gucci, Manolo Blahnik, Stuart Weitzman, Ferragamo, Michael Kors, and Jimmy Choo) as long as they are gently used, unworn, or new in box. ResellXL operates exclusively online with no brick-and-mortar location.
Visit Secondhand Curves boutique for the latest plus size fashion and accessories. There are always new items to choose from and a wide selection of top brand names. You can also use their consignment services.
They currently are selling directly on Instagram. Make sure to follow @secondhandcurves to support this Illinois-based consignment boutique!
Founded by influencer and content creator Alysse Dalessandro of Ready to Stare, Secondhand Stare is a plus size resale platform focused on accessible pricing in sizes L through 7X. Launched in 2023, the site carries the same body-positive, LGBTQ+-affirming ethos that made Ready to Stare a trusted voice in plus size fashion and travel content since 2012. Models represent the full size range, and the shopping experience centers size inclusivity without the markup. If you're looking for secondhand finds that don't compromise on range or representation, this is your spot.
Created by Jen Wilder of UR2Much and celebrity plus size stylist, Marcy Guevara- Prete, The Plus Bus “meets you on your turf and expand yours plus size clothing horizons right here in Los Angeles. We offer everything from gently-used fashion gems from your favorite brands like Eloquii, Torrid, Premme and more to some of the latest and greatest brand new pieces from plus size’s foremost indie designers.”
This LA based plus size consignment boutique offers closet clean up services and virtual styling, in addition to their online shop.
Two Big Blondes is a Seattle-based plus size consignment store founded in 1997 by Winnie Smith and Judy Pugh (the original "two big blondes"). Operating for nearly 30 years, it's one of the country's oldest and largest plus size resale stores, specializing in sizes 14 and up, shoes size 8 and up, and accessories. Located in Seattle's Central District at 25th & Jackson since 1999, the shop is currently owned by Lisa Michaud (since 2013) and offers in-store shopping, online sales, walk-in consignments (Fridays and Saturdays, up to 20 items), and weekday appointments (Tuesday through Thursday). Two Big Blondes operates a 75-day consignment period and runs an affiliated nonprofit, Seattle Women's Assistance Fund, which provides free clothing to homeless and low-income women from unsold items and bag sale proceeds. The shop is open Sunday through Saturday (no consignments on Sundays or Mondays).
Z Boutique is Madison's only locally-owned plus size boutique, founded in 2013 by mother-daughter team Zoe and Marvel Felton. Specializing in sizes 14-26, the boutique offers a curated mix of new clothing and gently-loved consignment pieces both in-store at 6108 Mineral Point Road and online. Z Boutique launched a permanent consignment section in 2024 after successfully hosting semi-annual resale pop-ups for years. The consignment program operates on a 50/50 split (consignors receive 50% of the final sale price in store credit), with items listed for 60 days and discounted over time to encourage sales. Consignors can request appointments via email at shop@z.boutique. Many brands carried are made in the USA with sustainable fabrics and ethical production, and the shop also hosts Facebook Live sales and offers flexible financing through Shop.com and Affirm.
PLATFORMS TO CONSIDER
If you are looking for or do not have an accessible plus size resell or consignement boutique nearby, these platforms may be an option:
Similar to Poshmark, Depop allows you to create your own listings and sell at your convenience. Depop operates more from their app, so if you are wanting to sell you will have to do it off of that.
Steps to Sell:
Create an account
Create a listing for an item
Take photos
Determine a price
Determine shipping method
When someone buys, you ship it off
Depop will pay you and take its commission
Think, Craigslist, but with a face lift. Facebook Marketplace is already integrated into your Facebook and it is the site for you if you can’t be fussed to ship out your items, or if you want to sell larger items other than clothes.
Facebook Marketplace connects users in the same cities to help sell directly. With social distancing times, it may be harder to pick-up or drop-off items.
Steps to Sell:
Go to Marketplace on your Facebook
Create a listing for your item
That’s it!
Mercari allows you to sell your items, ranging from clothing to fit bits and everything in between, on its app or website.
Steps to Sell:
Create an account
Create a listing for your items
Ship it off
Get paid by Mercari!
Poshmark is one of the most popular re-selling websites – and for good reason! Poshmark is like a fashionable, younger Ebay. You can easily post photos of your clothing from your home and once an item is sold you ship directly to the customer, no middle man!
Steps to Sell:
Create an Account
Create a listing for an item
Take photos
Determine a price
When someone buys, Poshmark will send you a pre-paid shipping label
Either drop it off at your post office or let the mailman pick it up for you!
Poshmark will pay you directly via Paypal
This one may be the most convenient way to sell your clothes. No need to stress about taking pictures, picking prices or the most annoying of it all: actually shipping it out.
We would recommend this one if you are looking to get rid of a lot of clothes, but not doing it to solely make money.
Steps to Sell
Create a ThredUp Account
Order a Clean Out Kit
Fill it up with all your goods you wish to sell
Send it Off
Leave it for your mail carrier or drop it at FedEx or USPS
Get cash or credit!
If you are a secondhand shopper like me, you know all too well the joy that is finding some gorgeous clothes for less than half the original price… and in your size!
Give that gift to other beautiful plus size babes!
Sure, the big-name resale sites are great when you’re looking to offload a bunch of pieces quickly or score a deal on something trendy, but don’t sleep on the smaller consignment shops, especially the ones spotlighted above. These indie gems often get the value of plus size fashion in a way the mainstream still hasn’t fully embraced.
Even better? They usually offer a more personalized experience and are genuinely excited to receive plus size pieces (because let’s be real, they’re still in high demand). And if you don’t have a local shop nearby, no stress, many of these spots happily accept shipments. Just shoot them a message and ask.
You never know… your closet clean-out could be their next best-selling rack.
Beyond the closet refresh and coin-making potential, choosing resale is actually a powerful move in the plus size fashion space. Sustainability in our community is more than a trend, it’s a necessity.
With fewer size-inclusive options in traditional retail and plus size shoppers often left out of eco-conscious fashion conversations, building and supporting circular fashion systems is one way we take back power. By keeping great clothes in rotation and out of landfills, we create more access, more equity, and more style for everyone.
So, whether you’re consigning or shopping secondhand, know that you’re doing the planet, and our plus size fashion fam, a solid.
Frequently Asked Questions About Reselling Plus Size Clothes
What’s the best platform for selling plus size clothes online?
It depends on your goals. Poshmark and Depop are ideal if you want control over pricing and don’t mind managing listings yourself. ThredUp is the most hands-off option (they handle everything), but you’ll earn less per item. For community-focused resale and connecting with other plus size shoppers, check out dedicated consignment boutiques like The Plus Bus, Fat Fancy, or Curve Conscious.
How much money can I actually make reselling my clothes?
Earnings vary based on brand, condition, and platform. Designer or sought-after indie brands (Eloquii, Universal Standard, Premme) can sell for 30-60% of retail value on Poshmark or Depop. ThredUp payouts are lower (typically 5-15% of retail) but require zero effort. Consignment shops usually offer 40-50% of the sale price.
Do resale platforms actually accept plus sizes?
Yes! Platforms like Poshmark, Depop, Mercari, and ThredUp all accept plus size clothing. However, plus size-specific boutiques (Secondhand Curves, Fat Fancy, Cake Plus Size, Plus BKLYN) often provide better visibility and faster sales because they cater directly to plus size shoppers actively seeking larger sizes.
What condition do my clothes need to be in to resell them?
Most platforms require clothing to be gently worn with no stains, tears, or excessive wear. Items should be freshly laundered and photo-ready. If a piece has minor flaws (small snag, missing button), disclose it in your listing. Boutiques and consignment shops typically have stricter standards, call ahead to confirm their criteria.
Is reselling plus size clothes better for the environment than donating?
Both have environmental benefits, but resale keeps clothes in circulation longer and reduces demand for new production. Donation is great for items that won’t sell (worn basics, outdated styles), but resale ensures quality pieces reach people who will actually wear them. Many plus size shoppers struggle to find secondhand options, so reselling directly helps build a more sustainable plus size fashion ecosystem.
Can I ship my clothes to consignment boutiques if I don’t live nearby?
Many plus size consignment shops accept mail-in consignment! Reach out to boutiques like Secondhand Curves, Fat Fancy, Cake Plus Size, or Plus BKLYN to ask about their process. Some require photos first; others accept shipments directly. Always confirm their terms (commission split, payout schedule, return policy for unsold items) before sending your clothes.
How long does it take to sell clothes on resale platforms?
Timeline varies. On Poshmark and Depop, in-demand items can sell within days, while others may take weeks or months. ThredUp processes items within 1-3 weeks, but payout timing depends on when (or if) your items sell. Consignment boutiques typically hold items for 60-90 days before returning unsold pieces or donating them (check individual shop policies).
What is your favorite place to resell your gently worn plus size clothes? We are always on the lookout for more places to amplify and support! Let us know in the comments!
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This is amazing!
I love this idea! It’s great to see more platforms dedicated to plus-size fashion. Reselling gently worn clothes not only helps clear out my closet but also promotes sustainability. Can’t wait to start earning some cash while sharing beautiful pieces with others!