DSW takes slightly worn or unworn shoes and gives you a $5.00 coupon for each pair.

Same with Athleta, which is part of Gap, Old Navy, etc. I sent off for 2 bags and will get credit with Athleta for what they accept. They will donate what they don’t accept. I am busy filling up the postage free bags as we speak. Each bag can hold up to 30 lbs. Hope it works out.

It is always good to have options. Will be interested in how this works for you, I looked into selling some clothes to Thread Up a few months ago and it was an even deal for me financially to donate to a local charity where the profits go directly to my community. That said I had to wait for tax time to see the payout. On more pricey items I either consign locally or list on eBay, more work than sending to ThredUp though.

I'm skeptical about this whole online thing . . . my experience with online both new and used is that in-person evaluation of clothing is a better way to prevent waste and find good deals. In fact, the waste involved in online shopping is that something like 70% of the orders are not restocked, and who knows what happens to them, even with the used clothing businesses. This does not even factor in the time wasted packing them up for sending back, and perusing online trying to figure out how something looks in real life. Items can be photoshopped online and you end up getting something totally different sent to you.

I sometimes wonder if it might be best for stores to have sample items you could try on and then order online for your copy of the item. Would prevent problems with unused inventory sitting in stores not generating income . . .

I'm happy to see that the retailers are at least willing to think outside the box on how to deal with the supply of perfectly good clothes out there and the market of those willing to utilize that resource.