Vinted Brings Peace of Mind to Designer Thrifting

Authenticity Assured… Vinted Introduces Item Verification for Designer Finds in the UK

Attention, style mavens - say hello to shopping for second-hand designer goodies with a new level of confidence.

There’s big news from the world of online thrift shopping: Vinted, your go-to for chic, pre-loved fashion, is launching an Item Verification service in the UK.

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Here’s the lowdown: For a cool £10, Vinted’s team of fashion detectives will verify the authenticity of high-end finds, as long as they're priced over £100. Personal fashion fact-checkers are available for brands like Gucci, Prada, and Louboutin. The best part? This is a buyer’s exclusive – so sellers, you don’t have to pay a penny.

When you're browsing for that next statement piece, keep an eye out for the Item Verification badge – it's your signal of verified fashion. Initially, Vinted is focusing on bags, shoes, accessories, and jewellery, covering a wide array of high-end labels.

“Authenticity and trust are paramount in the world of online second-hand shopping” - Adam Jay, CEO of Vinted

Now, let's talk about the brains behind the operation… Vinted's verification team are seasoned pros with over fifty years of combined experience in the designer world. Plus, they’ve joined forces with the luxury resale experts from Rebelle (yep, the ones Vinted acquired in 2022). Their new London based hub is where your potential new favourites will be scrutinised for authenticity.

Affordable peace of mind? Well that's the goal. Vinted wants to make sure that everyone can join the designer circle without the worry of counterfeit items. Sellers, you get to enjoy a free verification service, adding credibility to your listings. Buyers, you get the reassurance that your new-to-you designer item is the real deal, vetted by professionals.

“We understand that authenticity and trust are paramount in the world of online second-hand shopping and we believe this should be accessible to all,” Adam Jay, CEO of Vinted tells The Modems, “That's why we've worked hard to provide our reliable verification service for designer pieces at an affordable price…. we see this new service being a significant step forward in our ambition to provide our community with the utmost confidence."

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It's a significant step towards providing assurance to their fashion-forward community. And just so you know, this service is all Vinted – no brand partnerships here. Their experts are independently verifying your items, so you can go ahead, and shop with confidence.