{"id":9401,"date":"2024-10-30T16:32:55","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T15:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/appraisal-of-a-vintage-wardrobe\/"},"modified":"2025-05-02T15:47:21","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T13:47:21","slug":"appraisal-of-a-vintage-wardrobe","status":"publish","type":"specialites","link":"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/en\/specialites\/appraisal-of-a-vintage-wardrobe\/","title":{"rendered":"Appraisal of a vintage wardrobe"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9401\" class=\"elementor elementor-9401 elementor-5887\" data-elementor-post-type=\"specialites\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76e05db8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"76e05db8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-186450ef elementor-hidden-desktop elementor-hidden-tablet elementor-hidden-mobile elementor-nav-menu__text-align-aside elementor-widget elementor-widget-nav-menu\" data-id=\"186450ef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;layout&quot;:&quot;dropdown&quot;,&quot;submenu_icon&quot;:{&quot;value&quot;:&quot;&lt;i aria-hidden=\\&quot;true\\&quot; class=\\&quot;\\&quot;&gt;&lt;\\\/i&gt;&quot;,&quot;library&quot;:&quot;&quot;}}\" data-widget_type=\"nav-menu.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<nav class=\"elementor-nav-menu--dropdown elementor-nav-menu__container\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t<ul id=\"menu-2-186450ef\" class=\"elementor-nav-menu\"><li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-5892\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/estimation-garde-robe-vintage\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">Appraisal of a vintage wardrobe<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-6499\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/estimation-garde-robe-chanel\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">Appraisal of a CHANEL wardrobe<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-6542\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/estimation-dune-garde-robe-yves-saint-laurent\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">Appraisal of a YVES SAINT LAURENT wardrobe<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-7257\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/estimation-dune-garde-robe-hermes\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">Appraisal of a HERMES wardrobe<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-7292\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/estimation-foulard-hermes\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">Appraisal Herm\u00e8s scarf: price and auction value<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-7355\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/ventes-aux-encheres-hermes\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">HERMES Auction<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-7368\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/vente-aux-encheres-chanel\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">CHANEL Auction<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"menu-item menu-item-type-post_type menu-item-object-specialites menu-item-7475\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.penelopesauction.com\/specialites\/hermes-vintage-aux-encheres\/\" class=\"elementor-item\" tabindex=\"-1\">HERMES Vintage at auction<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\t\t\t<\/nav>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2207e480 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2207e480\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-255f52e7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"255f52e7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">A Guide to the Value of Your Vintage Wardrobe<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-60d68781 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"60d68781\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Welcome to the fascinating world of vintage fashion! Whether you&#8217;re a collector, an enthusiast or simply curious, making <strong>an Appraisal of your vintage wardrobe<\/strong> can be as exciting as it is rewarding. In this article, we&#8217;ll show you how to get the most out of your vintage fashion treasures.  <\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-504540cf e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"504540cf\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3b4a3dba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3b4a3dba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHAT IS VINTAGE CLOTHING?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-efa462a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"efa462a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>A <strong>vintage<\/strong> garment is a fashion item that dates back to a bygone era, usually <strong>more than 20 years<\/strong>, and reflects the style, trends and quality of that specific period. These garments are sought after for their uniqueness, rarity, and aesthetic or historical value. <\/p><p>The main characteristics of vintage clothing are as follows:<\/p><ol><li><p><strong>Age<\/strong>: In general, a garment is considered vintage if it is between 20 and 100 years old. Pieces older than this may fall into the &#8220;antique&#8221; category. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Iconic style<\/strong>: Vintage garments often embody distinctive styles or silhouettes of their era (60s trapeze dresses, 80s leather jackets, etc.).<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Quality and craftsmanship<\/strong>: Many vintage garments are handmade or made using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring that they will endure the test of time.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Historic brands and designers<\/strong>: Vintage clothing often includes pieces by renowned brands whose prestige and influence have left their mark on fashion history.<\/p><\/li><li> <\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45db2166 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"45db2166\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5719a9aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5719a9aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1. Why an Appraisal of your Vintage wardrobe?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76934a9b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76934a9b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, vintage clothing has been all the rage in recent years. So it&#8217;s only natural to ask questions.   <\/p><p><strong><em>&#8220;Am I in possession of a wardrobe or clothes that have value even if they&#8217;ve already been worn?&#8221;<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p>The answer is usually NO. At least not enough to interest the auction world. <\/p><p>Even so, this article wouldn&#8217;t make sense if we stopped there.<br>Today, there&#8217;s a real second-hand market.  <\/p><p>Some clothes sell for thousands of euros.<\/p><p>But where to sell these clothes?<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-666a87b5 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"666a87b5\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-30643980 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"30643980\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How and where to sell your vintage parts?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6926b5e2 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6926b5e2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you want to sell your wardrobe of vintage pieces, you have several options:<\/p><ul><li><p><strong>Vintage Boutiques and Depots<\/strong>: Many stores specializing in vintage fashion collaborate with private individuals to display their pieces in their boutiques, often with a commission on the sale.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Online platforms<\/strong>: Platforms like <a href=\"http:\/\/ebay.fr\">eBay<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/vinted\" data-wplink-url-error=\"true\">Vinted<\/a> or Vestiaire Collective are convenient ways to sell vintage fashion pieces. However, be sure to describe every detail to attract the right buyers. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Auction houses<\/strong>: For pieces of a certain value, auction houses like ours can be an excellent option. They attract serious collectors and can offer increased visibility. <\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3221218 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3221218\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f117de3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5f117de3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2. What kind of clothes and brands are sold at auction?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5c27f7e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5c27f7e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\"><div class=\"h-full\"><div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-pocmb-79elbk h-full\"><div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-pocmb-1n7m0yu\"><div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm\"><article class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary focus-visible:outline-2 focus-visible:outline-offset-[-4px]\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-41\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\"><div class=\"m-auto text-base py-[18px] px-3 md:px-4 w-full md:px-5 lg:px-4 xl:px-5\"><div class=\"mx-auto flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base md:gap-5 lg:gap-6 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\"><div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"><div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\"><div class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col flex-grow\"><div class=\"min-h-8 text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-normal break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"fb01f2b3-95c3-41e2-bfc7-4f606e37e7ca\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\"><div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\"><div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\"><p>Do you know how many clothing brands there are worldwide? <br>Appraisal estimates range from <strong> 50,000 to 100,000 brands.<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Only a tiny proportion of garments are auctioned: <\/strong><span style=\"letter-spacing: 0px;\">There are around 200 to 300 brands, such as Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Margiela&#8230;which have either heritage value as an archive for the Couture Houses, or a &#8220;second market&#8221; value for a growing public.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"absolute\"><div class=\"flex items-center justify-center\">Don&#8217;t worry, if you don&#8217;t own any HERMES, CHANEL or designer clothes, there are other circuits, as we explained above.<\/div><div class=\"flex items-center justify-center\"> <\/div><div class=\"flex items-center justify-center\">The most sought-after items are dresses, skirts and suits. Accessories are also very popular. <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ea58abc e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ea58abc\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-69d14021 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"69d14021\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What are the main criteria for Appraisal of a wardrobe by an auction house?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3d1198c9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"3d1198c9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The valuation of vintage clothing is based on several essential criteria that directly influence its value:<\/p><ul><li><strong>The brand and the designer<\/strong>: creations by renowned couturiers such as Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel or Jean-Paul Gaultier often have a higher intrinsic value. Clothes by lesser-known designers can also be valuable if they have left their mark on their era, or if they are of remarkable quality. <\/li><li> <\/li><li><p><strong>Rarity<\/strong>: Pieces from a defunct brand or from a limited collection often have a higher value. For example, a Dior dress from the 60s can be worth thousands of euros because of its rarity. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Condition<\/strong>: Overall condition is paramount. Vintage garments in excellent condition, with no stains or tears, are obviously more prized. However, pieces that have been restored or altered can also be worth a great deal if the work has been well done.  <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Era and Style<\/strong>: garments reflecting the iconic styles of a particular period &#8211; such as 60s trapeze dresses or 90s oversized jackets &#8211; are often sought-after.  <\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ef14e6b e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7ef14e6b\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5376a602 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"5376a602\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">How do you go about carrying out an Appraisal of your wardrobe?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1d242fff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1d242fff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Calling in a vintage fashion expert is often recommended for an accurate Appraisal. Experts have in-depth knowledge of fashion trends, brands and history. Here&#8217;s how an appraisal usually works:  <\/p><ul><li><p><strong>Photo examination: <\/strong>yes, it&#8217;s possible, in order to validate the outlines. This initial photographic examination eliminates most of the proposed garments. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Visual and tactile<\/strong>: There&#8217;s no substitute for an expert analysis of <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">the piece in situ<\/span>, from several angles, checking fabric quality, seams and details.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Identifying labels and brands<\/strong>: Labels can provide crucial information about the period of creation. For example, a brand&#8217;s logo can reveal the era of manufacture and the specific lines of each designer. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Current Popularity Assessment<\/strong>: Market trends influence the value of vintage clothing. An expert knows which pieces are currently popular and can therefore better Appraisal the value of a given piece. <\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5863394 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"5863394\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b27ff21 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7b27ff21\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">10 REASONS TO AUCTION Your wardrobe by an auctioneer?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4138e1d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4138e1d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>There are several interesting advantages to selling vintage clothing by auction, especially for rare or valuable pieces. Here&#8217;s why auctioning can be an excellent option: <\/p><ol><li><p><strong>Visibility and access to specialized buyers<\/strong>: Auction houses often attract serious collectors, fashion experts and vintage enthusiasts. This allows you to present your pieces to a discerning public, ready to invest in unique, high-quality items. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Expert appraisal<\/strong>: Before being put up for sale, vintage garments are generally appraised by fashion experts who estimate their market value. This guarantees a price in line with the market, maximizing your chances of making a lucrative sale. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Competitive bidding<\/strong>: The auction format allows for competition between buyers, which can drive up prices, especially for iconic, rare or designer pieces.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Context of trust and transparency<\/strong>: Auction houses often have a good reputation and offer a secure framework for transactions. Buyers know they are acquiring authentic items, and sellers benefit from a supervised process. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Effective promotional approach<\/strong>: Auction houses promote auctions through catalogs, marketing campaigns, and sometimes even events. This maximizes the visibility of your pieces and attracts an international audience. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>A market for high-value pieces<\/strong>: For designer items or rare garments, auctions are often more appropriate than traditional sales platforms. Auction buyers are more willing to invest significant amounts for iconic pieces. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Fast sales<\/strong>: Unlike other sales methods, auctions take place on specific dates, so you can sell quickly. Results are immediate, and you don&#8217;t have to wait months to find a buyer. <\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Authentication and documentation<\/strong>: Auction houses often offer authentication services, assuring buyers that vintage items are vintage and authentic, thus increasing trust and perceived value.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>Enhancing fashion heritage<\/strong>: An auction enhances the value of vintage clothing as a cultural and historical heritage, and each piece tells a story that can be brought to light in this prestigious setting.<\/p><\/li><li><ol><li><p><strong>International reach<\/strong>: Online auctions and international sales enable you to reach buyers from all over the world, which can greatly expand your market and attract higher bids.<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p>Auctions are therefore an excellent way to promote vintage clothing and reach a passionate clientele, ready to acquire unique pieces with a story behind them.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1dfd0d3e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1dfd0d3e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b216bab elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4b216bab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">What to do with the clothes in the event of inheritance?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-671dc5c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"671dc5c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>You may have to sell all the assets in the event of an inheritance. Until recently, clothes were rarely taken into account, but now some wardrobes can be of financial interest.<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li data-rocket-lazy-bg-e73401bd-75e9-4b48-83c3-589c294843ba=\"loaded\"><strong>It<\/strong> &#8216;<strong>s best to ask an expert to make an Appraisal of the wardrobe, so that the<\/strong> heirs <strong>can divide it up<\/strong> fairly.<\/li><li data-rocket-lazy-bg-e73401bd-75e9-4b48-83c3-589c294843ba=\"loaded\">Resale by auction then the security of sharing in complete transparency.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-633709c8 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"633709c8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2daa16a7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2daa16a7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">WHY TRUST PENELOPE'S WITH YOUR VINTAGE CLOTHING?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1454dc00 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1454dc00\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><strong>A 24-HOUR APPRAISAL OF YOUR VINTAGE WARDROBE<\/strong><\/p><p>We can appraise your garments on the basis of a photo, a rendering or a video.<br>This initial overview will set the tone.  <\/p><p>We will arrange a meeting with you at our premises, or come to you.<\/p><p>The inventory of parts is carried out free of charge if we consider that the &#8220;file&#8221; may end up in an auction.<\/p><p>We determine market values, with one Appraisal known as low and another known as high. 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