The short version
- Typical range: £12 – £60
- Biggest single factor: condition — see the table below
- Category: Shoes & Footwear
- Cost to sell on WishThrift: nothing, at any price
What a used heels is worth by condition
Condition does more to the price than anything else. These figures are worked from the top of the range for heelss, so treat them as a starting point and adjust for the specifics of yours.
| Condition | Typical price | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| New with Tags | £60 | Unused, tags or seals intact |
| Like New | £51 | Barely used, no visible wear |
| Good | £39 | Light signs of use, complete and working |
| Fair | £27 | Heavily used, or a described fault or missing part |
| For Parts | £15 | 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 heels
- Recognised designer labels with a resale following
- Intact heel tips with no exposed metal
- Leather soles and uppers over synthetic
- Original box and dust bags
What lowers it
- Worn-through heel tips showing the metal pin
- Scuffed heel stems and toe caps
- Stretched or creased vamps
- Very high heels, which suit fewer buyers
How to work out what yours is worth
- Look at the heel tips and note whether they need replacing
- Photograph the soles and heel stems
- Measure the heel height and state it
Once you have those three answers you can place your own heels 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 do buyers check on used heels?
The heel tips first. Worn tips showing metal are an immediate repair cost, though a cobbler replaces them cheaply.
Is it worth replacing heel tips before selling?
Usually yes. It is inexpensive and removes the most visible reason for a buyer to negotiate.
Do designer heels hold value?
Better than unbranded ones, though footwear generally holds value less well than bags because wear is so visible.
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