Depop

Depop is a social-commerce marketplace that connects buyers and sellers of second-hand, vintage, and unique fashion items. The platform emphasises sustainability, reuse, and creative expression in the clothing space. According to the company, it is active in more than 150 countries and supports a global community of users.

Key Features

• Users can list items (clothing, accessories, shoes, vintage pieces) from their closets for sale and manage offers, chats, shipping and payments via app or web.
• The platform supports buyer protection and payment processing; shipping can be domestic or international (depending on seller settings).
• The marketplace strongly appeals to Gen Z and younger consumers who are interested in unique, sustainable or trend-led pieces.

Benefits

• Great choice if you’re looking for one-of-a-kind, limited, vintage or thrift-style clothing rather than standard retail items.
• Provides both buying and selling opportunities: you can clear items from your wardrobe and also find rare finds.
• Contributes to circular fashion / sustainability by extending lifespans of garments and reducing waste.

Considerations

• Because listings are peer-to-peer, quality and condition vary: buyers should check item descriptions, photos, seller ratings.
• Shipping & returns may differ significantly by seller: international shipping or from remote location may incur extra cost or customs.
• If you’re seeking brand-new retail stock, consistent size/stock availability or full service returns, traditional retailers may offer more predictable experience.
• While Canadian version exists, actual shipping coverage and seller policies (for example from U.S. to Canada) depend on the individual seller.