Vintage Clothing Grading Policy
At Not Another Wholesale, we pride ourselves on offering high-quality vintage clothing. As we specialise in both wholesale and retail vintage, we understand that the condition of the clothing is a key consideration for our customers. Our grading system is designed to provide transparency and give you an accurate idea of the condition of the items you are purchasing. Below is a detailed breakdown of our grading system, so you can make an informed decision when placing an order.
Our Grading System
We grade all of our vintage clothing into three categories: A Grade, B Grade, and C Grade. These grades reflect the overall condition of the items, including fabric quality, wear, any imperfections, and age. Below is an overview of each grade, including what to expect from each.
A Grade - Excellent Condition
What You Can Expect:
- Minimal wear: Items in A Grade show minimal signs of wear.
- No visible flaws: There will be little to no noticeable flaws, stains, rips, or fading.
- Light to no signs of use: A Grade items are either gently used or may even appear unworn.
- Clean and intact: All zippers, buttons, and fastenings are in perfect working order. There may be slight fading or minor scuffing due to age, but nothing that detracts from the garment's overall appeal.
Ideal For:
- Customers looking for high-quality, near-perfect vintage clothing for retail resale, special events, or collectors.
B Grade - Good Condition
What You Can Expect:
- Visible signs of wear: B Grade will have some visible signs of use, such as light fading, small stains, or minor fabric pilling.
- Minor imperfections: There may be small imperfections such as a loose / missing buttons, small holes, slight fraying, small marks / stains. Any flaws are typically repairable and will not heavily impact the resell value.
- Slight fabric wear: Items may show wear in certain areas (such as collars, cuffs, or hems) but still maintain their overall structure and functionality.
- Clean but may require light washing or ironing: Garments may have been worn more frequently, but still retain their vintage charm and functionality.
Ideal For:
- Wholesale buyers looking for a solid, affordable selection of vintage items for resale that may need minor repairs or adjustments.
C Grade - Fair Condition
What You Can Expect:
- Noticeable wear: C Grade items show significant signs of use and age, including large stains, heavy marks, or worn-down fabric. These items may also exhibit fabric stretching, tears, or loose seams.
- Larger imperfections: There may be visible flaws such as larger holes, and heavier discolouration. These items may need repair or restoration to be wearable.
- Heavy wear on certain areas: The most common areas of wear will likely be the collar, cuffs, knees and edges of garments.
- May require additional cleaning or repair: C Grade items may need professional cleaning or mending before they are wearable or presentable for resale.
Ideal For:
- Buyers looking for budget-friendly vintage items that are ideal for upcycling, creative restoration projects, or resale with the understanding that they will need repair work.
General Notes:
Age and Authenticity: Our vintage pieces are sourced from various decades and may reflect different levels of wear based on their age and usage history. All items are guaranteed to be authentic pieces.Mixed Graded Bundles: We strive to give an even grade split however this is not guaranteed e.g. A mixed grade box may contain 70% Grade B and 30% Grade A.
Creases: All of our deliveries arrived baled, meaning all items will arrive creased. Even after being graded, they will still have visible creases and appear less desirable.
Washing: Once received, we recommend washing all items to give them the best possible change of selling. Before any returns due to grade are considered, we will request that you wash all the items to remove any imperfections or flaws before considering the return route.
How We Grade
Each item is carefully inspected for wear and damage by our experienced team. We take into account the following factors when determining an item’s grade:
- Fabric Condition (tears, holes, pilling, fading)
- Structure and Shape (deterioration, stretching, warping)
- Fastenings (buttons, zippers, clasps, hooks)
- Cleanliness (any stains, odors, or marks)
This does not apply to baled items, purchases of baled goods are not checked before hand and grading errors may apply.
Please remember you're purchasing USED second hand clothing and items will not be brand new. Wear and tear is to be expected.
We ask that you allow for a 10-15% grading error on all items due to human error.
Why Choose Our Grading System?
We understand the importance of clear, consistent grading when purchasing wholesale vintage clothing. Our grading policy helps you to easily assess the quality and value of the pieces in your order, ensuring that you receive the right products for your business needs. Whether you're purchasing for a boutique, online store, or resale, we are committed to offering products that fit your quality expectations.
If you have any questions or need further clarification about any of our grading categories, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team. We’re happy to help and ensure you are confident in your purchase.