What Sells: Maternity
Maternity Clothing
The demand for maternity clothing online is generally good, particularly for more
upscale brands like Liz Lang and A Pea in the Pod, as well as designer maternity
jeans. These items are frequently sold in lots or as 2-3 garment outfits, rather
than individually. When putting together lots, match items by size, style and color.
What Sells
Top-selling brands include:
Research Resources
For the latest in maternity fashion, visit the websites of the top-selling brands
listed above. For everyday wear, it is best to search eBay to learn what’s offered
for sale, how items are being bundled and marketed and what’s selling online and
for how much.
Condition
Inspect clothing carefully for these signs of wear and tear:
- Stains and spots
- Rips and tears
- Dirty or torn hems on long pants, skirts and gowns
- Snags in delicate fabrics
- Moth holes in wool
- Weak seams, loose threads
- Missing buttons
- Stuck or broken zippers
- Odors
- Alterations
- Torn, faded or missing labels
Also, check the pockets of coats, jackets and pants.
Key Details
Include these details in your listing:
- Brand
- Name of line (not all brands have these)
- Type of garment(s)
- Material (i.e., cashmere, leather, silk, etc.)
- Number of pieces (for outfits and lots)
- Size
- Predominant color(s)
- Condition (New with Tags, New without Tags, etc.)
Storage and Shipping
Keep clothing in a well-ventilated room, away from children, pets, moisture, smoke
and cooking odors. Never place clothing in direct sunlight or next to heating vents
or air conditioners, since temperature/humidity changes can cause damage. Items
should be cleaned and pressed and left on hangers, or folded and stacked prior to
shipment.
Wrap each item in white tissue paper (do not use colored paper or newspaper as it
can bleed onto the item) and place it in a plastic bag. Place the bag in either
a bubble wrap envelope or a box, depending upon the number of clothing items being
shipped.
