How to Take Great Photos for a Resale Listing

1. Make Sure Your Items Look Good

• Get rid of wrinkles: You can use an iron or pop the clothes in the dryer.

• Remove stains: Try a stain remover pen, Oxi Clean, or just some gentle dish soap and warm water to scrub out the stain.
• Remove lint: Grab a lint roller or fold tape around your hand and give your clothes a quick swipe to remove everything.

• Remove loose threads: Carefully cut loose threads off with a pair of scissors. Just be careful that the thread will not continue unravelling.

2. Use Natural Light Whenever Possible

Natural light is your best friend when photographing clothes for accurate color representation. Avoid direct sunlight and using a flash as these can cast shadows and alter colors.

Try to shoot near a window on a bright day. On some phones, you can adjust the photo’s brightness before you capture the shot.

3. Choose a Clean, Neutral Background

A white or neutral-colored wall creates a clean backdrop that helps the clothes to stand out.

If you’re shooting smaller items like jewelry or accessories, use a textured surface like wood to create a bit of contrast.

4. Show All Angles and Details

Buyers want to see as much as they can before making a decision. Include the following shots:

• Photos of you wearing the item – Raveival is a community where ravers help ravers find the best fit. Modeled photos help ravers compare body types and visualize the fit and style.
• Front, back, and sides – show the item from every angle.
• Any and all quirks
• Tags – Size/Brand/Price
• Details – (close-up photos) to highlight unique features, patterns, or textures like sequins and stitching
• Inside of your item – if it is a swimsuit bottom or a one piece

5. Adjust for Color Accuracy

Festival fashion is often vibrant and colorful, so it’s essential to capture those colors accurately. Some quick editing to adjust brightness, contrast, or saturation is fine, but aim to represent the item as it is in person.

Rave Ready Resale

Great photos are the key to successful resale listings, especially for unique festival fashion pieces! Follow these steps to showcase your items in a way that’s eye-catching, informative, and inspiring.

Ready to send your past rave fits on their next journey? Start listing here.

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