Used Madewell shoes and footwear typically sell for $12 to $163 (about £9 to £121) depending on the pair and its condition. Used footwear sells well when the seller answers the two questions every buyer has and most listings ignore: how much life is left in the sole, and whether the upper is real leather or a synthetic. A photograph from underneath settles the first, and the material stamp inside the shoe settles the second.
What Madewell shoes and footwear sell for used
| Item | Typical used range | Value guide |
|---|---|---|
| Knee High Boots | $37 to $163 | Madewell Knee High Boots |
| Chelsea Boots | $37 to $148 | Madewell Chelsea Boots |
| Boots | $30 to $133 | Madewell Boots |
| Ankle Boots | $27 to $118 | Madewell Ankle Boots |
| Flats | $12 to $52 | Madewell Flats |
Prices are shown in US dollars, converted from pounds at £1 ≈ $1.35 (August 2026), and are approximate guide ranges rather than quotes. WishThrift shows listings in the local currency of each market.
Sizing and fit on Madewell shoes and footwear
Madewell footwear uses the same untreated leathers as its bags, so boots darken and develop a patina with wear rather than staying their original colour. US sizing on a moderate last.
- Leather boots lead this category used and are selected on colour and size
- Flats and sandals form a quieter corner of the range and trade on condition
- Because the leather darkens, the photographs matter more than the colour name on the label
What to check before you buy
Photograph the boots in daylight rather than quoting the original colour. Untreated leather deepens several shades with wear, and a buyer expecting the factory colour will say so.
For the checks that apply to any used shoes and footwear regardless of the maker, see the guide to buying used shoes and footwear.
What you keep when you sell
On a typical $87 Madewell pair, a marketplace charging 20% takes $17, one charging 13.6% takes $12 and one charging 10% takes $9. WishThrift charges neither side, so you keep the whole $87.
Listing your Madewell shoes and footwear
- Clean them properly and replace worn heel tips before photographing. A fresh tip costs very little and removes the first objection a buyer raises
- Photograph the pair from the side, from above, from underneath and inside the collar. Four honest shots outperform ten flattering ones
Condition grades on WishThrift
Browse by grade: New with Tags, Like New, Good, Fair, For Parts. Grades are declared by the seller — WishThrift does not inspect or grade items, so the photographs and the description are what the grade rests on.
Other brands in shoes and footwear
Mango, Marks and Spencer, Merrell, Michael Kors, Miu Miu, Moncler, New Look, Next
Questions
Why are the boots darker than the product photos?
Because untreated leather deepens with light and wear, so a used pair is genuinely a different shade from a new one. Many buyers prefer it, but the listing photographs need to show the actual current colour.
Is a patina a fault?
No, it is what this kind of leather is meant to do, and an even patina is often considered better than a new finish. Uneven staining and water marks are a different matter and should be photographed specifically.
How much is used Madewell shoes and footwear worth?
Roughly $12 to $163 depending on the item and its condition. The table above breaks it down piece by piece, and each row links to a full value guide for that item.
How this guide is compiled
The ranges above are indicative asking prices in US dollars for comparable second-hand shoes and footwear, adjusted for where Madewell sits in its market — a guide, not a valuation of any individual item. WishThrift does not authenticate, inspect or grade: condition is declared by the seller. Last reviewed August 2026.
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