Rent-a-rack is a self-service that allows you to sell up to 40 clothing items, 4 pairs of shoes and 4 accessories
The service
Goal. Free up space quickly and get cash back without the massive hassle and time pressure of a market stall. At a cheaper rate and more chances for a sale! Take care of your wallet and receive 75% of the value of your sold items. We take care of the entire sale for you.
- You have control over the prices of your products
- You retain more of your earnings
- You can merchandise your rack as your like
- You can come fill up your rack whenever something sells or change the clothes on the racks
Selling locations. You clothes will be sold in store only. However, if you would like us to help further with your sales, you can request an online listing. There is a further fee of $50 for listing the products. The product listings expiry at the end of the 2 week period.
Online. If you opt in for online selling, you must bear the cost of shipping and ship your item within 1 day. We will send you a sales alert. You must come in store, pack the product(s) and ship the package the same day.
Marketing. We make sure to get as many eyes as possible on your clothes. This is why we recommend the 2 week rental period in order to get the most diverse range of styles coming through the store. We have thousands of visitors on our website, so if you opt-in for online selling, you will be part of our advertising efforts. You can rest assured there is maximum visibility on your clothes.
Pricing
How should I price my items? Think as a customer. We generally sell brand new products 60% off RRP and preloved pieces 75% off RRP. Pieces in good or fair condition are recommended to be sold for $5-$10. Best median price to sell bulky products is $25 and small ones $5.
Can I change the price of my products? Yes, however, you must change the price on the price ticket with a pen.
What if my items don't sell? You can take them home and keep wearing them. You can donate or recycle them. You may have the option to leave them with Flashback for wardrobe management to clear in 4 weeks. Please note, wardrobe management is a premium service with the goal of he quickest liquidation.
What does come into account when pricing my products? Remember that Flashback is not an outlet, but a platform for second-hand fashion, and that these are finds you don't wear/want. Flashback prices correspond to the condition, brand, quality, seasonality and average value at which similar items are successfully sold second-hand worldwide.
We'd be happy to offer you our services if you have items we are looking for.
Brands
What brands can I sell? We specialise in reselling premium designer and high street brands. Brands that you can find on the high street or at popular Australian boutiques are almost certainly resold by us. A good way to think about it is that we look for brands which gravitate towards a maximum RRP of $1,500 AUD. Below are some examples;
Australian brands: Zimmermann, Glassons, Alice McCall, Seed Heritage, Country Road, RM Williams, Dion Lee, PE Nation, Sheike, Rue Stiic, DISSH, STAX, Sass & Bide, Meshki, By Johnny, Camilla & Marc, Manning Cartell, Camilla, Kookai, Elliat, Bec + Bridge, Shona Joy, Acler & The Wolf Gang.
Designer brands: Giorgio Armani, Sandro, Maje, Acne Studios, Alexander Wang, Alexander McQueen, Balmain, Chloé, Max Mara, Gucci, Victoria Beckham, Isabel Marant, Karl Lagerfeld, Michael Kors, N21, Versace, Stella McCartney, Marc Jacobs, Patrizia Pepe.
Premium brands: Self-Portrait, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Escada, Furla, BY FAR, Moschino, ZOË, Pepe Jeans, Ted Baker, Karen Millen, Scotch&Soda, Levi's, The North Face, Pinko, Asos, Marella, Elizabetta Franchi, Calvin Klein, Ivy&Oak, Nanushka, Manebi, Castañer, Alohas, Agent Provocateur.
High street brands: Massimo Dutti, & Other Stories, COS, Zara, Mango, H&M, Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour, Reebok, Asics, Converse.
Condition and Quality
Remember to bring your clothes in clean condition, if necessary after dry cleaning, without odors, stains, bleaching, tears - as you would like to buy them from another seller. Spending extra time, attention or funds can only secure the sale by moving from "good" to "excellent" condition.
Seasonality
At Flashback, we're looking for the right items at the right time to help you sell as fast as possible! You can sell everything from light and airy fabrics, casual and sporty-chic beautiful dresses, tops and pants made of linen, silk, viscose, tencel, cotton, straw hats and trendy sandals in summer, to everything that warms the soul and body in winter - down jackets, quality knits and coats from wool, alpaca, merino, cashmere, winter sports gear, hats. During the transition seasons, classic jackets in beautiful colours, cuts and quality fabrics, parkas, trench coats, clean shirts, trousers are worn - send boldly.
Preserved classic and modern bags are always in fashion!
How to get started
Do you have cool things you don't wear anymore or never used lifestyle products you don't know what to do with? You are at the right place. Let's find them a new home in 5 easy steps.
1. You sign up on our platform
2. You list and price your items on the platform (If you want us to upload them online, you need to follow the photography guide)
3. We print price tags with bar codes for your items and have a rack ready for you
4. You bring your items to the store and set up your rack on the day your booking starts. We provide you with the tags and hangers.
5. Our staff maintain your rack during the fortnight, but we encourage you to regularly visit and merchandise your rack a well