Swap clothing

Clothing swaps are the fastest-moving category on MySwapShop, partly because it's the easiest thing to post out cheaply if a local match isn't available, and partly because everyone's wardrobe has a handful of barely-worn pieces that just aren't right for them. It's also the category where MySwapShop makes the strongest case as an alternative to buying new — a straight swap of two good-condition pieces produces zero extra manufacturing, unlike a fast-fashion purchase.

Because "good condition" means different things to different people, be specific: note pilling, fading, or any repairs, and give exact sizes rather than just S/M/L where the brand's sizing runs unusually.

Commonly swapped for

• Winter coat (size 12) → boots (size 6)
• Designer handbag → two pairs of jeans
• Kids' clothing bundle → toys
• Formalwear (worn once) → everyday wardrobe pieces

Tips for clothing listings

• Give exact measurements for anything where brand sizing varies (coats, jeans, shoes).
• Wash or dry-clean before listing — it's the top reason clothing swaps get reported as "not as described".
• Bundle similar sizes together if you're decluttering a wardrobe — bundles match faster than single items.
• For shipped trades, a compression bag keeps postage costs down.