40 Times People Spotted Something Ridiculous On Vinted And Just Had To Share

Buying secondhand is good for the planet, your wallet, and your soul. It’s especially handy when you can do it online, just like on Vinted. For a fraction of the retail price, you can find a piece of clothing you’ve always dreamed of from the comfort of your own home.

However, selling or buying involves weirdly funny surprises. From desperate attempts at haggling to clothes modeled on paper cutouts of Danny Devito, the users of Vinted have various techniques to either successfully sell an item or try to score the best deals of their thrifting career.

There’s a whole community online that shares and discusses these totally strange findings on this marketplace. It’s called “Buy, Sell, Swap,” where secondhand fashion meets peculiar personalities. Scroll through the list to find the funniest offers, stories, and unexpected treasures within the quirky community on Vinted.

#1 This Guy’s Way Of Selling Watches Made Me Laugh

#2 Not Mine But It Made Me Laugh

#3 Original (No Personal Info)

Vinted is now Europe’s biggest app for buying and selling used clothes. As theirofficial websiteindicates, they now unite more than 75 million people in 20 countries. Since 2008, they’ve grown tremendously and currently employ more than 1200 workers on a mission to make second-hand people’s first choice.

#4 I Cant Stop Laughing, One Of The Funniest Encounters Ive Had!

#5 Strange Interaction Today, Did Make Me Giggle Though

#6 I Just Love It When Sellers Do This

It was foundedby two Lithuanians, Milda Mitkutė and Justas Janauskas, after a conversation at a house party. Milda found herself in a small student apartment overflowing with clothes. She wanted them put to good use instead of collecting dust in the depths of her closet. Justas offered to help and built a website that allowed users to give away clothes to friends.

#7 I’m Sorry What??

#8 Extra Item…

#9 Interesting Way To Picture Your Items

Back in 2008, secondhand fashion was not as mainstream as it is now, and the cofounders didn’t expect success in their home country, let alone expanding to others. It was just a passion hobby for the two students. However, interest in their platform started to grow, and they realized that the second-hand market had a real future. In the following years, it attracted investors, which led them to expand further. After raising€128 million in funding, it became Lithuania’s first tech unicorn in 2019.

#10 Sometimes People Suck, But Most Of My Buyers Are So Lovely

#11 Why Do People Do This?

#12 Asking For Underwear Pics (No Personal Info)

Sustainability remains the number one priority throughout their whole operational process. According totheir reporton climate impact, Vinted set out to minimize their effect on the environment and has introduced the“Pick Up and Drop Off” (PUDO) approach. The alternative parcel distribution saved 62% of emissions compared to home delivery.

#13 Heinz Ketchup Bottle For Reference

#14 Found This Thing Today (No Personal Info)

#15 Fight Fire With Fire (No Personal Info)

Additionally, it was found that 62% of sellers reused packaging designed for single use, which resulted in 70% lower emissions than using new. Shopping secondhand instead of new also showed an average emissions savings of 1.8 kg of CO2 per item. In total, it has stopped 453 kilotons of CO2 from entering our atmosphere.

#16 Gave Me A Chuckle

#17 Thats Enough Vinted For Today

#18 The Balls

Vinted’s popularity proves that the view towards consuming fashion has shifted. People are looking for more sustainable ways to shop and minimize their impact on the environment. Pre-loved boutiques are popping up everywhere, and charity and thrift shops have lost their previous stigma. Shopping secondhand is now cool, sustainable, and a lot cheaper.

#19 I Mean… Lol

#20 Sorry, What Kind Of Fever Dream Am I In?

#21 ‘Brand New, Never Worn’ Description vs. The Photos

There’s absolutely no need to sacrifice your style when being a conscious consumer. In fact, it’s one of the biggest fashion trends right now. Many street style enthusiasts have embraced thrifting as a way to add unique and interesting pieces to their wardrobes. Unlike traditional retail stores that carry cookie-cutter styles and designs, charity shops offer a mix of vintage and modern that can be combined in endless ways. From oversized jackets to graphic tees, they offer a variety of fashionable finds that can be incorporated into many stunning outfits.

#22 😅 Made Me Chuckle

#23 “New With Tags”

#24 Found Something In The Bag I Just Received

Additionally, the appeal of thrifting is related to hunting for the perfect addition to your wardrobe, which provides a sense of adventure. Finding what you’ve been looking for for (perhaps) months can be incredibly satisfying and rewarding. Collecting one-of-a-kind pieces requires more time than going into a store and buying whatever you want, which minimizes the number of items we purchase (that later end up in landfills).

#25 Think He’s Been Itching To Tell Someone

#26 Wth? Weirdest Interaction Ever

#27 (No Personal Info) Why??

Major companies are also finding ways to compete with the new, booming sustainable market. A worldwide brand, Patagonia, not only uses sustainable materials in its outerwear but also helps customers repair their clothing instead of buying new items. Levi’s has introduced a new collection, “Water<Less,” that uses up to 96% less water to create a pair of jeans.

Even luxury brands like Prada are taking more environmentally friendly approaches to fashion. Last year, they released a 48-piece collection crafted entirely of certified recycled gold and ethically sourced diamonds. It’s no secret that luxury brands hold a lot of cultural influence; therefore, this sustainable jewelry line sends a message that it’s necessary to challenge the industry to be more green.

#28 At Least They’re Honest About It!