CONSIGNING TIPS
Interested in consigning but not sure where to start with pricing?
Pricing tips are the number one question I get— even though I have a section in our Consignor Guide that details how to price. I totally get it though!!
I grew up shopping resale + consignment, mostly at Buffalo Exchange, then later at resale boutiques and feel like I’ve cracked the code on what prices sell. Why do I feel that? I’ve been the top seller in every Pear sale, that would even be with the percentage taken out. I’m not trying to brag lol— just I am the person I created Pear for so I’m happy it’s working for me!!
As well as so many of my amazing past Consignors!! We’ve had some consignors with prices on the lower end, maybe a $1-$3 above garage sale prices and they don’t feel its worth it— which I can agree. Then we’ve had some that price inventory nearly at new prices and are frustrated their inventory didn’t sell.
The happy medium is more a guessing game, a range of prices— it worked well for me when I had a booth and sold everything from decor to clothing, and the same method has worked here.
tip one: price in 0’s, 2’s or 5’s, for your ending number.
Examples:$10,$16$18,$20,$32,$45,$64. and so on.
tip two: price to sell. Sounds easy, right?
not necessarily tho.. I’ve made the mistake of pricing too high and end up with too much left over. Say I have an Eileen Fisher (expensive brand) dress I could sell on ebay for $60, before fees— i’d need to take photos, list it + ship it if it sells.
i would personally price that item between$38-$52 at pear— since we have a higher chance at selling it over a 3 day sale. If i did the $54 price, I would select discount on the item. Thats a big range, I get it, but each person has a value they’d like to make per item. resellers could chance it on the higher end. If your options are pear or thrift (me!!) I would choose the lower end and discount it.
INVENTORY THAT’S SOLD IN PAST SALES:
Green Crinkle Skirt (no special brand, good quality material) — $16
Free People Button Down (lightweight, bought secondhand) — $18
Mo’s Oregon Sweatshirt (Vintage, bought secondhand) — $18
Black summer dress— $16
H&M light jacket— $12
Forever 21 top— $12
New in Box Checkered Vans/Sneakers — $32
Vintage Coach bag/black — $15
UGG slipper, NEW— $18
North Face hiking shorts— $12
Cloth & Stone/Navy blouse— $16
Boys Zara Jeans (sz 7)— $10
Zara grey button down (boys)— $8
Target shorts (boys)— $4
Pink Triangle Blanket (baby girl)- $18
Bebe Organic Romper— $42
Rattan end table— $24 (retail $39.99) Can often get more for furniture
MCM Dresser— $300
faqs
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We offer the highest commission rates in the valley! Consigners make a base rate of 70% of sales with the option to make 80-85% of their earnings.
To join us as a consignor we require a $20 nonrefundable consignor fee— but Consignors get free entry to Opening Night so it’s basically just $15 to join!
To earn the extra 15% commission, Consignors volunteer for 8 hours— it’s a fun experience! We are happy to report this is the most generous option that we have found in a consignment event.
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It's easy! Sign up or apply today and our guide will walk you through the process.
$20 sign up fee (free entry to Opening Night so basically it’s $15!) Our system will prompt you to pay with Paypal but you do NOT have to have a Paypal account. Once you tap the ‘Pay with Paypal’ button there will be an option to pay with a debit or credit card.
Start collecting your items! We recommend at least 40-50 items, up to 200 total. (The average is 90 items.)
Purchase a tagging gun & cardstock paper.
Consignors will price their own items and print tags from home.
Print tags on cardstock paper & attach to garments with a tagging gun or safety pins.
NEW: Consignors must provide their own hangers! Hang inventory before drop off.
Schedule your drop off and pick up appointment in the consigner portal.
Drop off: volunteers will double check inventory for quality control. Hang / set approved items in designated spots.
Pick up any remaining items and your check on Monday after the sale!
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Inventory changes seasonally! Consignors are responsible for viewing categories for Spring/Fall. We reserve the right to refuse inventory if it is not accepted.
Women’s: clothing • shoes • purses • wallets • scarves • hats • gloves ( NO jewelry, sunglasses accepted due to high theft risk)
Men’s: clothing • shoes (limited number accepted, must be high quality, in season, in style)
Children & Baby’s: clothing • shoes • socks • onesies • blankets • bibs • hats
Children & Baby items: nursery decor & furniture
Toys: great condition books • great condition toys (no board games or puzzles at this time)
Home Decor Items: baskets • candles • vases • end tables • coffee tables • chairs • small couches • mirrors • wall hangings • blankets • throws • pillows
Not accepted: baby and kid feeding items • nursing supplies • bottles • carseats • strollers • bedding or decor new in packaging
If it’s not listed, feel free to ask us! Reach us at hello@pearpopup.com
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All hangers will need to be provided by the consignor and ready to go on items at drop off!
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Consigners, through an online portal to price all merchandise.
Once you have officially registered you will be able to add new items to your inventory in your portal.
Consignors will print their tags at home on ivory or white cardstock paper and attach to items with safety pins or a tagging gun.
Once the sale is live you will then be able to track your sales through the platform as well! (at the end of each day)
We also have a highlight on Instagram @pearpopup called “How To” that walks you through the sign up and pricing process.
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For items in new condition, 30-40% of of the original price. Great condition, we recommend 20-30% as a guideline.
Please remember you can discount items to ensure they sell on the final day! The discount will be 40% off for customers.
Price to sell! Customers can spot the value, if it feels too high for what it is it won't sell. If it's a high value item, and the price is higher but fair, those items have sold!
More info: Consignor Guide
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We want shoppers to know every item in our sale is of good quality. We need your items to be clean. Please, please wash if they appear to be dirty.
No stains, pilling, rips, holes, loose hems and no animal hair.
Items with animal hair will not be accepted, please take the extra step to remove hair.
Everything in this sale will be guaranteed great condition, because we want to shop in a place that guarantees that!
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Yes new and handmade items are accepted!
If you have multiple sets of new items, like a boutique close out, please email hello@pearpopup.com before selling.
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Consigners are able to sign up for 4 hour shifts via their online portal. Each 4 hour shift is worth 1 point / 7.5 % of commission. A total of 8 hours is of volunteering is allowed per Consigner for a maximum of 85% of earnings.
We need every volunteer spot filled to ensure this event runs smoothly, so we greatly appreciate all who assist!
For more details regarding volunteering, please visit the VOLUNTEER page.
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This event will cost $5 to attend on the first evening.
We have 2 amazing raffle baskets on opening night, each door entry = a raffle entry!
FREE to shop on 2nd + 3rd days
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This event will not have presale shopping. We want everyone attending Thursday evening, when the doors open, to have an equal chance at the inventory!
We have heard from so many people that this part of the event excites them— that the inventory won’t be shopped by the staff setting up the event!
Any other questions? Email us at hello@pearpopup.com or DM us on Instagram @pearpopup