Which Cath Kidston pieces hold their value
- Discontinued and recognised prints, which collectors search for by pattern name
- Oilcloth and coated cotton pieces where the coating is still smooth and clean
- Bags with the original interior label and lining print intact, which is how buyers confirm a piece
- Complete matching sets — bag, purse and pouch in one print — which sell together for more
And what pulls the price down
- Tacky or peeling coating on oilcloth, which is material degradation rather than dirt and cannot be cleaned off
- Faded prints from sunlight, which on a print-led brand removes the reason for buying
- Ink transfer inside the lining, which is very visible against the light printed interiors
- Worn corners and handle edges on coated bags, where the coating goes first and the fabric follows
Identifying and dating yours
These are the checks that decide which end of the range a piece sits in, and they are the facts a serious buyer will ask for:
- Name the print if you can, since collectors search by pattern rather than by item type
- Run a hand over the coating and say honestly whether it is smooth or tacky, because a photograph cannot show that
- Turn the bag out and photograph the lining and the interior label together
WishThrift does not authenticate or inspect anything. Condition and origin are described by the seller against five grades — what each one means — so photograph the markings above rather than asserting them.
What Cath Kidston items are worth
The most-searched Cath Kidston items on the site, with the band the label typically commands against the generic range for the same item:
| Item | Cath Kidston range | Any brand |
|---|---|---|
| Crossbody Bag | £15–£90 | £15–£90 (~$20–$120) |
| Backpack | £15–£70 | £15–£70 (~$20–$93) |
| Cabin Bag | £20–£85 | £20–£85 (~$27–$113) |
| Shoulder Bag | £12–£70 | £12–£70 (~$16–$93) |
| Wallet | £8–£60 | £8–£60 (~$11–$80) |
| Purse | £8–£55 | £8–£55 (~$11–$73) |
| Tote Bag | £10–£50 | £10–£50 (~$13–$67) |
| Travel Bag | £15–£70 | £15–£70 (~$20–$93) |
Sterling guide ranges with an approximate US dollar equivalent at £1 ≈ $1.33 (July 2026). Sellers set their own asking price.
Every Cath Kidston value guide
Selling Cath Kidston on WishThrift
Listing is free and there is no commission on either side — the price you agree with the buyer is the amount you keep, whatever the label is worth. Create a free account, or read the selling guides for what to photograph and how to price.
Frequently asked questions
Is used Cath Kidston worth buying?
It depends far more on the line than the label. Cath Kidston is bought for the prints, and the prints are what date and identify a piece. The coated cotton the brand is known for has one specific failure — the coating eventually goes tacky — and that decides many listings. Each guide below says which Cath Kidston lines hold their value for that item and which have almost none, so you are comparing like for like rather than paying for the name alone.
How do I check a piece is genuine Cath Kidston?
Name the print if you can, since collectors search by pattern rather than by item type. WishThrift does not authenticate, inspect or grade anything — condition and origin are described by the seller, so ask directly and expect an answer. A seller who has the item will send a photograph of the marking in minutes.
What is used Cath Kidston worth?
Across the 8 guides here, from about £8 to £90 (roughly $11 to $120) depending on the item and its condition. Grades run New with Tags, Like New, Good, Fair and For Parts.
See also: value guides by brand · all value guides · buying guides · selling guides · condition grades.
Buying or listing rather than valuing? Used Cath Kidston sizing, labelling and prices covers how this maker’s ranges actually run. All brands.