NWOT — New Without Tags
Anchors 9 on the 1.0–10.0 scale
NWOT (New Without Tags) is a new, unworn garment whose original tags have been removed. It anchors a 9 on the 1.0–10.0 scale — new condition, just missing the tags.
What graders look for
- No wear, laundering marks, pilling, or fading
- Tags removed but no thread holes or tag-tear damage
- Crisp, unwashed fabric hand and original finish
- May still have a 'never worn' shape and creasing
Examples
- A dress that was bought, had its tags snipped, but was never actually worn.
- A gift item that was unwrapped and detagged but stayed in the closet.
See the full picture in the condition grading guide, or how the score is produced in how it works.
NWOT — frequently asked
- What does NWOT mean?
- NWOT stands for 'New Without Tags' — an item that is new and unworn but no longer has its original retail tags. It anchors a 9 on the GradeThread 1.0–10.0 scale.
- Why is NWOT a 9 and not a 10?
- Without the original tags, a buyer can't fully verify the item was never worn, so NWOT sits one step below NWT even though the garment itself is in new condition.
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