Here Is The 411 On The Mystery Thrift Box Trend
Mystery Thrift Box Trend Debunked
Mystery Thrift boxes have been popular videos on YouTube throughout the years, especially during covid-19 when the world has been shut down. The boxes have made thrifting from home fun and exciting during all the boredom. Basically, they are boxes that thrifting companies send full of items that won’t be revealed until they arrive at your doorstep. Mystery boxes are great for the savvy thrifters who miss going to thrift stores and finding great pieces in person. These boxes are also great if you are looking to try something new whether you love to go thrifting or if you have never gone thrifting before in your life. With companies offering so many different types of boxes they are a lot to pick from.
What is in a Mystery Thrift Box?
Mystery Thrift boxes typically contain curated preloved clothing that the company has thrifted and is ready for a new home. Items have been checked over by staff to make sure they are in good condition. Most of the mystery boxes contain clothes but, some offer other categories outside of clothing. Goodwill Bluebox has mystery boxes of clothes as well as items from Legos, comic books, and plush toys. A lot of companies will also have boxes of accessories such as shoes, hats, bags, and jewelry. Boxes are sold in two different forms. Most commonly they sold by the number of pieces include in the box or companies like, Bulk Vintage and Thredup’s Rescue boxes, have a weight option. With the weight option boxes are listed by weight instead of the number of items that are included. Depending on the items or the company you order from the prices can vary greatly. Boxes can go for anywhere from $10 to $180. The quantity of items and brands can contribute to the price of the boxes. Thredup offers a Goody Box that only requires payment for shipment upfront and lets customers pay for what they keep. Allowing customers to send back items they didn’t want to purchase. The most common question asked about these boxes is, it worth it?
Pros and Cons
The boxes definitely have their pros and cons regardless of where you order from. All though it can be fun and exciting while you wait for the box to arrive but, what happens if it comes, and you don’t like what you got. Some websites don’t let you pick your size and they random sizes. There is a chance you may open up the box and the items just aren’t your style. On the plus side you can resell them or regift them to someone you know that might enjoy the items more. There is also the option of thrift flipping which will use your creative side to turn items into more your style. Depending on where you get a box from, they will ask questions or give an option to include your Pinterest to help personalize your boxes. This will increase the likelihood of getting pieces that you love. Lastly, this is a great way to experiment with your clothing. If you are looking for pieces that are out of your comfort zone that you wouldn’t normally pick for yourself, this is worth a try.
Companies That Offer Boxes
Websites like, Depop and Poshmark, where people can buy and sell secondhand clothing all in one place have become really popular. A lot of individual sellers on these websites offer their version of mystery thrift boxes. Companies like Thredup are a boutique online store where you can sell your clothes to as well as buy clothes from offer two different boxes. Their Goody Box contains slightly worn clothes that you only pay for what you keep gives you a quiz to take to understand your style. Then they have their Rescue Box that sends clothes that need a little love that have been on sale for a while. Goodfair and Bulk Vintage are companies that strictly sell mystery boxes. They offer a large number of different bundles for different styles making it easier for customers to find one that suits their style.
End Thoughts
Trying a mystery thrift box can go either way. I have seen a lot of mixed thoughts and reviews on boxes from different companies. It is definitely worth to try at least ones, especially if you enjoy buying secondhand and enjoy fun surprises. It is a great chance to get new pieces that you won’t normally pick for yourself. All else fails you can resell the pieces or thrift flip them into something new and closer to your style.
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