Thrift Store Flip: Scoring 18 Items for $182 and the Fear of God Pants Dilemma

Introduction

I visited a local Goodwill with the goal of finding resale‑ready pieces. The haul turned into a mix of brand‑name finds and budget staples, culminating in 18 items totalling $182.

The Hunt – What I Found

• Fear of God pants – price unknown (potential resale > $100, authenticity uncertain)
• Lauren Ralph Lauren women’s collared dress – $6 (estimated resale $30‑$40)
• Revtown jeans – $10 (retail $30)
• PRA jeans – $12 (retail $30)
• Peter Millar pants – $9 (hemmed but still sellable)
• Adidas Climolite pants – $12
• Off‑the‑Grid Trailblazer Pro pants – $12
• Eddie Bauer fleece‑line tech pants – $9 (low resale, good turnover)
• Vintage Levi’s Signature Gold jeans – $9 (retail $25‑$30)
• Brooks Brothers Regent Fit pants – $9
• Cotton On women’s overalls – $8 (retail ~$30)
• John W. Nordstrom 100% cashmere blazer – $10
• Hagar Newax houndstooth blazer – $10

Pricing Strategy

• Aim to purchase at ≤ 30 % of expected resale value.
• Prioritize recognizable brands with strong secondary‑market demand.
• Focus on items with tags indicating they are new or lightly used.

Authenticity Concern: Fear of God Pants

I left the Fear of God pants in my cart because I couldn’t verify if they were genuine. Their potential resale price exceeds $100, making them a high‑risk, high‑reward item. I’m asking the community for help identifying authenticity.

Checkout and Total

• Total items: 18
• Total spent: $182
• Average cost per item: $10.11

Tips for Thrift Flippers

1. Scan the rack quickly for brand tags before digging.
2. Compare the price you pay to typical resale prices on platforms like eBay, Poshmark, or StockX.
3. When in doubt about authenticity, research stitching, hardware, and label details online before purchasing.
4. Keep a spreadsheet of purchase price vs. resale price to track profit margins.
5. Build relationships with store staff; they may alert you to new arrivals.

Call to Action

If you recognize the Fear of God pants or have tips on spotting fakes, drop a comment below.

Thrifting can yield a high profit margin when you target recognizable brands, keep purchase costs low, and verify authenticity—especially for premium items like Fear of God pants.