I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like online shopping? I have been reselling online for almost 3 years and I’ve tried every platform there is. I have bought and sold on them all. I have even gotten the opportunity to speak with the creators/developers of one of the platforms. So when I say that I love Poshmark and Mercari the most, it’s from 3 years of reseller shopping experience.
The best thing about online shopping, all the platforms have in common, ease. You can shop from home or anywhere really. So the thing that puts these two platforms above the rest in my opinion is the fact that the platforms encourage their sellers to package their sales like gifts. Yes, I know this is frivolous, but I like it. I rarely buy anything for myself and with my birthday being at Christmas, I don’t get many gifts throughout the year. So, for me, this small little detail really makes me happy.
Now, I’m not saying I expect the seller to include free gifts, or extra frills. Just the care being put into shipping the item really makes it for me. That’s all it takes for me to feel special. Just a little plastic or tissue to protect the item from the elements, should something happen to the outer packaging during the shipping process. That’s all.
I will say that many of the sellers do far more than just the plastic or tissue. Many include a small note, decorate with stickers or stamps. This is just icing on the cake for me! And I am absolutely beside myself if there is a little gift added! I can’t believe someone would take the time to send me “happies.” This small gesture makes it feel like I’m getting a gift from a friend. If you haven’t already checked them out I encourage you to.
Stay safe, stay rad, and wash your DANG hands!
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