The short version
- Typical range: £8 – £35
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Clothing
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used dressing gown is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for dressing gowns, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £35 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £29 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £22 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £15 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £8 | 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 dressing gown
- Heavyweight cotton, towelling or silk
- Original belt present
- Recognised heritage and hotel-style brands
- Intact pockets and loops
What lowers it
- Missing belts, which are rarely replaceable
- Flattened towelling that has lost absorbency
- Bobbling on fleece gowns
- Thin lightweight polyester
How to work out what yours is worth
- Confirm the belt is present
- Check the belt loops are intact
- Feel the fabric weight and note the composition
Once you have those three answers you can place your own dressing gown 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
Does a missing belt matter on a dressing gown?
Yes, more than sellers expect. Belts are specific to the gown and rarely replaceable, so a beltless one is much harder to sell.
What fabric holds value best?
Heavyweight cotton, towelling and silk. Thin polyester gowns sell for very little.
Do I need to wash it first?
Yes, and say so. Nightwear and robes carry higher hygiene expectations than outerwear.
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