The short version
- Typical range: £15 – £90
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used abaya is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for abayas, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £90 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £76 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £58 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £40 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £22 | Not working or incomplete, sold as seen |
These are the five grades WishThrift listings use, and sellers set the grade themselves — see what each condition grade means. Figures are shown in pounds as a reference point. On WishThrift prices display in your own currency, and sellers set their own asking price.
What raises the value of a abaya
- Quality crepe and nida fabrics with good drape
- Hand embroidery, beading and lace detail
- Designer and boutique pieces
- Matching hijab or scarf included
What lowers it
- Snags and pulls in fine fabric
- Loose beading and shedding embellishment
- Faded black fabric from washing
- Thin synthetic fabrics with poor drape
How to work out what yours is worth
- Hang it and check the drape falls cleanly
- Inspect embellishment for loose pieces
- Measure the length from shoulder to hem
Once you have those three answers you can place your own abaya on the table above with reasonable confidence. If it sits between two rows, price it toward the lower one — items priced honestly sell faster than items priced hopefully.
Ready to sell it? Listing on WishThrift is free, there is no commission, and you keep the full amount you agree with the buyer — see how selling works or create a free account.
Frequently asked questions
What makes an abaya valuable?
Fabric quality and hand finishing. Good crepe with hand-worked detail holds value; thin synthetics sell for modest sums.
Does black fabric fade?
Yes, noticeably with repeated washing, and it shows badly in photographs. Check in natural light before listing.
Should I include the matching scarf?
If it came as a set, yes. Matching pieces are difficult to source separately.
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