Online vintage clothing shop

Shoppers across Canada and beyond who want distinctive, well-made pieces, from students and creatives to collectors of a particular decade or style.

You buy items cheaply at thrift stores, estate sales, flea markets and wholesale bundles, then sell each piece at a higher price. Shipping may be charged on top.

• A good eye for style, fabric and condition
• Photography and writing clear listings
• Knowing eras and brands so you price well
• Organised stock and order handling

• Register your business name with your province and check when you need a Business Number and GST/HST (rules depend on your revenue and province)
• Check whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence
• Be honest about condition, flaws and sizing to limit returns and disputes
• Check labelling rules if you sell items that may be regulated, such as children's clothing, fur or leather
• Stock takes space and your time, so avoid over-buying before you know what sells

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $300 to $3,000, depending on how much stock you buy and how you sell. Avoid over-buying before you know what sells, since stock takes space and your time.

Check whether to register your business name with your province, when you need a Business Number and GST/HST, and whether your municipality requires a home-based business licence. Also check labelling rules for items such as children's clothing, fur or leather.

Estimates put monthly revenue typically around $300 to $3,500, depending on your stock and how you sell. Being honest about condition, flaws and sizing helps limit returns and disputes.