How to Sell Lehengas Online in India
How to Sell Lehengas Online in India
Lehengas are often worn once and then stored away. Selling your lehenga online helps you recover value, save storage space, and pass it on to a buyer who truly needs it. This guide shows you exactly how to list and sell your lehenga on PurvX India with confidence.
- Audience: Sellers in India
- Currency: INR
- Categories: Ethnic clothing only
- Protection: Buyer & Seller Protection applies
Why sell your lehenga
Bridal and festive lehengas are among the highest ticket items in a wardrobe. Most get worn once or twice and then sit unused. Selling is a practical way to recover a portion of your spend, free up storage, and extend the life of a high quality garment.
- Recover value: Turn a dormant outfit into cash.
- Make space: Reduce clutter and storage costs.
- Help another buyer: Provide access to premium outfits at lower prices.
Why choose PurvX India
- Ethnic only: Buyers come here specifically for sarees, lehengas, suits, and decor.
- India focused: INR pricing, India shipping, and India-specific seller workflows.
- Quality control: Listings are reviewed for clear images, measurements, and accuracy.
- Transparent fees: A small non-refundable listing fee plus 20% commission adjusted by the fee on sale.
- Protection policies: Buyer & Seller Protection encourages trust and safe transactions.
Step-by-step: list and sell your lehenga
1) Create your seller account
Sign up through the Seller Hub. Individuals can start with basic details. Business sellers can add GST and business information.
2) Add a new listing
Provide the essentials so buyers can decide quickly.
- Title: Example: Red bridal lehenga with zardozi work
- Category: Lehenga set
- Fabric and colour: Silk, georgette, net; red, maroon, gold
- Measurements: Chest, waist, length in cm
- Year of purchase & where bought: Designer boutique or store
- Condition: New, Preloved–Excellent, or Preloved–Good
- Price: Set in INR based on current market value
- Photos: Clear front and back, blouse, dupatta, close-ups of embroidery or defects
3) Pay the listing fee
Listing fees are tiered by item price:
- ₹200 for items under ₹5,000
- ₹700 for ₹5,000 to below ₹20,000
- ₹1,000 for ₹20,000 and above
The fee is adjusted against the 20% commission upon sale.
4) Review and approval
Our team checks for clarity, required measurements, and accurate descriptions. We may request extra photos if needed.
5) Respond to buyer messages
Answer promptly. Quick responses and additional photos often lead to faster conversions.
6) Ship with tracking
After purchase, ship directly to the buyer and upload tracking in your account so the order remains covered. You can compare courier rates and create shipments using:
Tips to sell faster
- Show the full outfit: Front and back are essential. Include blouse and dupatta clearly.
- Use natural light: Daylight helps colours and details look accurate.
- Be precise with measurements: Chest, waist, and length in cm reduce returns and questions.
- Disclose defects: Note loose sequins, missing hooks, or small stains.
- Price to the market: Realistic pricing drives faster sales.
A quick example
Ritika in Delhi listed a 2022 bridal lehenga at ₹55,000. Two buyers messaged within two weeks. The lehenga sold, she shipped with tracking, and received her payout after fees.
Frequently asked questions
Can NRIs sell on PurvX India?
Do buyers pay extra fees?
How long will my listing stay live?
Do I need to dry clean?
Can I donate instead?
How do payouts work?
Ready to sell your lehenga?
Create your listing, add clear photos and measurements, and ship with tracking once sold.
Start selling on PurvX India