How to grade used clothing, by type
The 1.0–10.0 scale is universal, but wear isn't. Each guide gives the garment-specific flaws to check, an inspection checklist, and graded examples — so a denim jacket, a cashmere sweater, and a pair of activewear leggings each get graded on what actually fails for them.
- Grading a used denim jacket
- Grading a used leather jacket
- Grading a used knit sweater
- Grading a used cashmere sweater
- Grading a used graphic tee
- Grading a used dress shirt
- Grading a used hoodie
- Grading used leggings
- Grading a used wool coat
- Grading a used puffer jacket
- Grading a used blazer
- Grading a used silk blouse
- Grading used chino trousers
- Grading a used pair of jeans
- Grading a used pleated skirt
- Grading a used maxi dress
- Grading a used knit dress
- Grading a used polo shirt
- Grading a used flannel shirt
- Grading used corduroy pants
- Grading a used cardigan
- Grading a used tank top
- Grading a used raincoat
- Grading used denim shorts
- Grading used joggers
- Grading a used jumpsuit
- Grading a vintage tee
- Grading a used wool suit
- Grading a used linen shirt
- Grading a used down vest
- Grading a used fleece jacket
- Grading used workwear pants
Grading by type FAQ
- Does condition grading work the same for every garment type?
- The 1.0–10.0 scale and the five weighted factors stay constant, but what counts as wear differs by garment. Pilling matters most on knits, seam slippage and inseam blowouts on denim, sole and crease wear on shoes, lining and structure on tailoring. The factors are universal; the failure modes are garment-specific — which is what these guides cover.
- How do I grade a specific garment?
- Start from the garment's known failure points, check them in order, and score against the standardized rubric. Each guide gives the garment-specific criteria, an ordered checklist, and graded examples, so the same evidence produces the same grade whoever inspects the item.
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