RESALE NEWS:DEPOP'S FREE SHIPPING & THREDUP COMES TO SOHO

Depop Providing Free Shipping in the US

While scanning Depop's Instagram today, in its profile and in large type this caught my eye: "DEPOP SHIPPING IS NOW FREE IN THE US." I recalled Depop having free shipping events in the past, but they were few and far between. I checked their website for details about this but was unable to locate any current information. Oddly, the only piece of free shipping information I found was an outdated promo: "Free shipping offer is exclusively available to eligible Depop users in the US who sign up via Depop’s iOS app between 07:00 (EDT) on January 27, 2026 and 07:00 (EDT) on February 17, 2026."

Though a timeframe hasn't been made public for this new promotion, it is certainly a nice perk. And while it clearly is great for buyers, it also serves as a brilliant way to attract and support sellers. Who doesn't want a customer knowing they "get free shipping?" I tested it myself, and sure enough, my checkout screen showed free shipping. By forgoing a formal press release or easy-to-find website information, Depop proves that it pays to closely watch resale platforms, not just through traditional news, but by actively monitoring their social media accounts and the apps themselves.

Given this pleasant surprise, it’s a great time to check in on the status of eBay's announcement to buy Depop from Etsy. The $1.2 billion all cash deal was announced in February 2026 and has cleared regulatory approvals in the US and Germany. However, it remains under review in the UK and Australia, meaning the closing is now anticipated to be at the end of Q3 2026 rather than the end of Q2.

ThredUp Pop-Up in NYC

Shifting gears to another major fashion reseller, ThredUp is bringing the secondhand market to life right here in New York City. On May 30, 2026, in SoHo, ThredUp is launching a first-ever pop-up built entirely around the wedding guest experience.

According to a ThredUp May 12, 2026 press release, a recent April 2026 study highlighted the sheer scale of the single use wedding outfit problem:

• 87% of wedding guests have purchased at least one outfit they only wore once; 37% have done so four or more times.

• The average guest spends $550–$820+ on once-worn outfits over time, yet only 36% eventually resell them.

• 68% of once-worn pieces remain sitting in closets—a massive pool of high-quality occasion wear with untapped resale value.

Given this information, buying secondhand wedding fashion is certainly something to explore.I've read conflicting information online about the features of this event, so I thought it best to check my own Eventbrite ticket, which notes:

• Secondhand dresses starting at $10, with a free dress for the first 100 attendees. (Note: ThredUp's Instagram post states dresses start at $20, so be warned!)

• Bring a pre-loved dress for a credit towards a future purchase, with a maximum $15 credit per person.

• A build-your-own bouquet bar, while supplies last.

• Free mini cakes from cult-favorite bakery From Lucie, while supplies last.

Full Disclosure: The content in this post is based on my personal opinions and observations. It is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional, financial or legal advice. Research for this post was conducted between May 26, 2026 and May 27,2026 and it is possible the information noted above might have changed. I do not have any relationships with the companies discussed in this post, nor have I received any compensation for writing this piece.