The Thrifters

Lisa Graystone of returns to talk about a shift in many vintage sellers' approach to their business, ......laziness?Let's discuss.*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey

Amanda here, back to talk for a minute about the title itself: Reseller. Is that what we are? Because if that's all we do, buy old clothing and resell it, there's a lot of people out there saying that we are like, SUPER-BAD for doing it. But aren't we doing so much more than that? and even if that is all we are doing, scooping up truckloads of "used clothing" and selling it at a higher price, I genuenly don't know who that is hurting or how it would make a reseller....EVIL??Let's discuss.*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey

On this episode of The Thrifters, I’m sharing the top lessons I've learned navigating 2025’s wild vintage selling landscape. From surviving platform shifts and summer slumps to finding creative ways to move inventory and connect with buyers. I share the wins, the ego-shattering moments, and the small changes that actually made a difference. These insights will give you actionable takeaways as to get uss all through the rest of this challenging year and BEYOND!*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey

*DisclaimerLook, if something YOU do comes up in this episode, just know we still love you, we wish you well and sure, we hope you'll do better in the future.Brace yourselves for a whirlwind of eye-rolls as Amanda dives into the most cringe-worthy behaviors that some vintage resellers just can’t seem to shake. Listen as Amanda rants about the things she loves to hate in the world of reselling. Spoiler alert: it’s about to get real shady in here. You’ll be cringing, laughing, and maybe even reflecting on your own behavior—don’t worry, we’ve all been there!*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey

Tune in to this episode of The Thrifters as Amanda dives into essential tips for navigating the summer retail slump in the vintage fashion world. As seasoned collectors and sellers know, the summer months can present unique challenges. From creative inventory strategies to engaging your audience during quieter times, Amanda shares actionable advice to keep your vintage business thriving and your mental health from spiraling when sales slow down. Whether you're new to the scene or a seasoned pro, these insights will help you stay dialed in and make the most of the season.*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod*********The Thrifters Podcast comes to you commercial free and is supported by listeners like you! If this podcast has brought value to your life and business, how about sending a little something Amanda's way? Buy me a Coffee is like a tip jar. No subscription necessary. Thanks, we love you!buymeacoffee.com/thethriftersThank you for your support!Amanda sells Live every Friday at 6pm Pacific - VCA on FacebookFollow Amanda @Irreverentfinery on Instagram IrreverentFinery on Etsy Edited by Ben Walker-StoreyMusic by Kevin McLleod, incidentals by Ben Walker-Storey