What sells here
The UK has the deepest second-hand habit of any of our markets — charity shops, car boot sales and online resale have been mainstream here for decades, so buyers arrive already comfortable with used goods and already know roughly what things are worth.
Outerwear, denim, tailoring and workwear. Men’s second-hand tends to sell on brand and durability rather than on trend.
Typical GBP price range
Guide range for used men’s clothing on WishThrift: £4 to £150 (approximately $5 to $200), depending on condition, brand and completeness. Brand and construction. A well-made jacket from a known maker holds value for years; fast fashion in the same category does not.
Sterling guide ranges with an approximate US dollar equivalent at £1 ≈ $1.33 (July 2026); WishThrift lists in GBP here and sellers set their own price.
What listings are live in the United Kingdom
Nobody has listed men’s clothing in the United Kingdom yet. That is worth knowing rather than glossing over — it also means the next person to list one has no competition. See men’s clothing listed everywhere, or everything currently live in the United Kingdom.
How buying and handover works
Most private sales settle by bank transfer or cash on collection. Faster Payments clear in seconds, which makes a transfer as safe as cash for the seller — wait for it to land before the item leaves your hands.
Royal Mail, Evri and InPost cover the whole country, and InPost lockers mean neither side has to be in for a delivery. Tracked 48 is the usual default for small parcels.
Two practical things shape a UK sale. Bank holidays and the run-up to Christmas slow collections right down, so build a few extra days in. And postage from mainland Britain to Northern Ireland, the Highlands and the islands carries surcharges that catch sellers out — quote for the buyer’s actual postcode rather than a flat rate.
Condition is seller-described against five grades and nobody inspects it for you — what each means. Chest and waist measurements taken flat, plus the state of collars, cuffs and knees.
What people list in this category, and what it fetches
The men’s clothing that come up most often, with the guide range each one sits in:
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Suit | £30–£150 (~$40–$200) |
| Trench Coat | £25–£110 (~$33–$147) |
| Bomber Jacket | £20–£90 (~$27–$120) |
| Workwear Jacket | £20–£90 (~$27–$120) |
| Blazer | £15–£70 (~$20–$93) |
| Loafers | £15–£70 (~$20–$93) |
| Cargo Pants | £12–£40 (~$16–$53) |
| Flannel Shirt | £8–£30 (~$11–$40) |
| Oxford Shoes | £18–£85 (~$24–$113) |
| Brogues | £15–£70 (~$20–$93) |
The commonest mistake sellers make here: Listing tailoring without the chest and sleeve measurements. Men’s sizing is even less consistent between makers than women’s.
Popular searches
Buyers here search mens leather jacket, vintage denim and designer shirt — title yours with the words they would type.
Second-hand demand peaks in January, in the weeks before Christmas, and at the start of the academic year in September.
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No listing fee, no commission, no buyer-protection fee either side — the price you agree is what you keep. Create a free account or read the selling guides.
Frequently asked questions
Is WishThrift free in United Kingdom?
Yes. Free to list, no commission, and no buyer-protection fee on either side — you keep the full amount the buyer pays you.
How do I pay the seller?
Most private sales settle by bank transfer or cash on collection. Faster Payments clear in seconds, which makes a transfer as safe as cash for the seller — wait for it to land before the item leaves your hands. WishThrift does not process payments or hold funds, so the money goes directly between the two of you — agree the method in the messages before you meet.
Can I sell men’s clothing from anywhere in United Kingdom?
Yes. You set your own location and whether you are offering collection, postage or both. Royal Mail, Evri and InPost cover the whole country, and InPost lockers mean neither side has to be in for a delivery. Tracked 48 is the usual default for small parcels.
See also: everything second hand in the United Kingdom · Men’s Clothing across all markets · selling guides · what things are worth.