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Your heart will drop…
In a team meeting a few weeks ago, Leslie, Emily, Jennie, Anika and some others said, “You know what would be great - if I got notified when a seller drops the price of an item I have loved.” And so we decided to build this little nugget of a feature.
Sellers: want your buyers to come back and check your item out? Consider dropping the price, and people who have loved that item will be emailed to come check it out. And, your items will be featured on the new “Sale” tab that is prominently displayed on the site. Learn more about how you can do this here: “How do I modify an existing listing?”
Buyers: act fast when you receive these price drop emails! These items will sell fast.
So go on, and love some items! You could get lucky and score a deal on the item :)
We Got it From Our Mommas
With Mother’s Day right around the corner, we’re celebrating the women who gave us our first lessons in fashion with a look back at their best style advice!
Fashion Editor Emily and her mom Mary
“Pretty feathers make a pretty bird.”
“The prettiest thing a girl can wear is a smile.”
Brand Manager Jennie and her mom Ellen
“If you wanna wear it, wear it! More power to ya!”
My mom still has a cedar chest full of old clothes from as early as the 60s. We’ve gone through it a million times, but it’s always fun to recount her memories of each piece (in addition to making fun of some baaad style choices). Her mom made a lot of her clothes growing up, including a her prom dress. And I wear the sizes she did growing up, so I get to try all of it on! I even snagged a pair of her up-to-there denim cutoff shorts from 1978!
Visual Designer Lauren and her mom Nettie
“Wear your socks inside out! They’re more comfortable that way.”
“Perms never go out of style.”
Customer Support Rep Jacqui’s mom Kathy
“Red is a strong color. If it comes in red, buy it in red.”
Fashion Editor Leslie’s mom Tamra Kay
“You can never have too many shoes.”
“You can never have too many cardigans.”
“As long as I can wear it in the garden…”
People Operations Kelly and her mom Margie
“Never cheap out on shoes, bras or underwear. Everything else, buy on sale”
Head of Customer Support Carrie and her mom Barb
“Keep it simple and timeless so that you can wear it for the rest of your life.”
And this is not a direct quote, but… leopard on leopard on leopard. Always.
Community Manager Anika and her mom Bonnie
“Accessories are an easy way to make a simple outfit special.”
“I could make that!” - Said at many a boutique and department store about clothing and jewelry items. My mom’s a crafty one!
Wishing all the mothers in our community (including our own!) a very happy Mother’s Day! Have a mom-ism to share? Leave them in the comments below!
Closets we love! Amy of Viviere Bella
We spotted Amy’s closet right away - rad threads, gorgeous photos and a cool chick to tie it all together. Her style is an enviable mix of relaxed and refined (we like to think it comes from her California roots ;) and her closet is equally as excellent. Read on to find out more about this fab blogger and the one thing she can’t part with!
Alright ladies, it’s time to get real. Like, really real. Here at TF HQ we’re working triple time to build a community of amazing women who feel comfortable buying from and selling to each other based on mutual trust and respect. But every once in a while, someone comes along who isn’t really on the same page. Maybe it’s intentional and maybe it’s not, but they’re going against our policies and giving us a serious case of the sads. “But Threadflip,” you say, “what are you talking about?” Here are two examples:
A buyer approaches you about an item you have listed and asks you to send it to an international address in exchange for payment via Moneygram. You send your item but the Moneygram never arrives.
You place an order with a seller. She then messages you, letting you know she only conducts business via PayPal. You agree and send the funds but the item never shows up.
“Wait… Moneygram? PayPal?” you say, “That doesn’t sound right!” Well, it isn’t. Users directing transactions off Threadflip via these methods violate our Terms and Conditions which could result in their accounts being placed on-hold or even removed altogether. When users take transactions off our site, Threadflip no longer has any involvement and both parties are no longer protected under our policies and are at risk to lose money and/or their items with no hope of either being returned. Sounds terrible, right?
So spread the word, lovelies! We’re a sweet bunch but we’re prepared to get tough on the bad guys. If you come across a user attempting to take your money or your items off Threadflip, holler! Our capes are on and we’re ready to vanquish the villains to keep TF the best place to buy and sell your fabulous fashions! :)
How to: Get more eyes on your items! (And more flips, too!)
We’re often asked, ‘How can I make sure that gals in the community are finding my awesome items?’. Great question, right? So we’ve put together a list of easy actions that we suggest sellers take to make the most of their Threadflip experience!
First, leverage your existing networks! Chances are you’re on Facebook, or Twitter, or Instagram, or Pinterest, or Tumblr, or Vine or any combination of the many social platforms out there. What better way to boost your closet’s visibility than to promote it to people who are already interested in what you have to share? You’ll find our social sharing buttons after listing an item or on your item’s page below the cover photo. It’s easy and can boost your sales up to 300%! Visit your closet to get started!
Finally, like we always say, stay tuned! Our team’s looking forward to introducing new community features to share your items to your followers and the feed! Follow us on Twitter to stay in the know! :)
Earth Day, Threadflip Style
Here at TF HQ we have lots of love for our girl Mother Nature! In anticipation of Earth Day tomorrow, here are a few ways to lead a more stylishly sustainable life:
- Shop pre-loved threads. There are so many vintage and contemporary gems just waiting to be discovered!
- Know where your clothes come from. Was the manufacturing process eco-friendly?
- Upcycle! Tailor or DIY pieces that have potential but don’t get any wear in their current state. Check out our friend Brit’s blog for some fun ideas.
- Buy for quality. Disposing of less threads = less trash piling up in our landfills.
- And of course, donate or flip items that no longer fit you to give them a chance in another closet!
Are you a conscious consumer? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks!
Stellar Sellers: The Blogger Babes
We obsess over their sense of style and covet their wardrobes so the chance to shop their closets is a dream come true! Meet six of our favorite fashion bloggers on Threadflip and peruse their virtual racks. We’re sure you’ll find something to love!
This cool Brooklyn chick mixes high street pieces with vintage finds for a city girl look we love. Expect to find statement-making outerwear and must-have shoes!
Prints designer Meanz has an amazing collection of patterned threads (hello, cat print!) in her overflowing closet. An added bonus - hand-studded denim vests and cutoffs by the blogger herself!
Stacey - Devore Le Beau Monstre
Part street smart, part sweetheart, Stacey’s style strikes the perfect balance between edgy and feminine. From 70’s bohemian to 90’s grunge we’re in love with her threads!
Sun, fun and sequins sound like the Miami motto, right? MSM blogger Simonett’s closet is like a ray of sunshine in our lives with her warm weather threads. Vacation, anyone?
For most of you Threadflippers, Jinna’s face is a familiar one. The super seller’s closet is an office fave - contemporary and vintage pieces in perfect harmony, what’s not to love!
The perfect tailored blazer - Erica’s got it. That slinky dress for a weekend date - Erica’s got that too! With a closet full of wardrobe-making pieces, it’s a wonder how we ever got by without her!
Stellar Sellers: The New Kids on the Block
If you’ve ever been the new kid, you know how tough it can be - making new friends, establishing your identity, finding your niche… But today’s featured sellers have managed a seamless transition into the Threadflip community despite their status as newbies, each bringing a special something with their fabulous closets and wonderful selves. Meet them here!
Owner Tomeka has a keen eye for effortlessly cool vintage threads - we especially love her collection of knits!
Beautiful, geometric and organic are just a few words that come to mind to describe designer Angi’s handmade jewelry. A fan favorite? This cuff made to mimic a mountain range.
From contemporary couture to vintage collectors jewelry, Ariana’s closet is a fashion girl’s dream.
Headed to a music festival or two this spring? Maeven’s got you covered in crochet, leather and lace.
Designer runway pieces and rad retro threads at a range of price points - all modeled by the Season 3 Project Runway model winner herself!
Zachary’s designs merge natural materials like quartz and pyrite, delicate wire-wrapping techniques and repurposed jewelry pieces - gorgeous!
Closets we love! Rachel and Nicole Effendy
Stylin’ blogger sisters Rachel and Nicole Effendy of racheletnicole.com have the kind of closet dreams are made of. This season’s on-trend threads at a steal? Sign us up! These New Yorkers are a cool combination of urban edge and city chic. Translation: you’re sure to find something in their closet to flip for! Check it out here!
Lucky us! Our friend Kristy of NBD Vintage put together this quick tutorial on taking fabulous product photos for Threadflip. (Have you seen her closet? They’re really that great!) From lighting to styling, she covers all the basics of a picture perfect closet.
Have an idea for a tutorial like this? Let’s make it happen! [anika at threadflip dot com]
