How to sell your clothes online more effectively with Background remover

If you’ve ever stepped into the fascinating world of second-hand clothing sites—as a buyer or a seller—you’ll probably have scrolled through countless homemade, poorly lightened, blurry product images. Or even took them yourself.

One of the most effective ways to captivate potential buyers is through visually appealing product photos, and a tool like our Background remover can help you make your clothing photos pop. A clean, professional-looking image can set you apart from other sellers on popular platforms like Depop, enhancing your chances of a successful sale.

Let’s dive into the steps to create stunning photos for your pre-owned clothing pieces.

Take a good picture of your clothing

Our Background remover can surely do magic, but first, you need to feed it with good source material! Here are some tips to ensure your photos are always on point, even if you take them with your phone.

First, you have to consider lighting. Natural light is your best friend, so if you don’t have softbox lighting, try shooting near a window during the day to avoid harsh shadows.

You also want to keep your photo angles consistent for all your products. To make your pieces look professional lay your clothes on the floor or use a hanger, and take similar detail shots of all your pieces.

Lastly, consider the background of your pictures. Since we’ll remove the background in a moment, choose a plain or contrasting backdrop to make the editing smoother.

Remove the background

Now, it’s time to remove that background and make your clothing the star of the show. Here’s how:

1. Go to our Background remover: You can open it on your computer or through our app.
2. Upload your photo: Drag and drop your image or click to upload it.
3. Remove the background: Let the tool work its magic, removing the background and leaving you with a clean PNG.
4. Download: Once the background is removed, download your new image.

Edit and Add a Cool Background

With your background-free image, it’s time to add a visually appealing background using Freepik Designer, our online editor. Remember, the clothing is the hero, so keep the background simple and complementary. A well-chosen background can enhance your product’s appeal without overshadowing it.

You can go for neutral colors like white or grey for a classic look or go bold with joyful tones like yellow or pink to grab your potential customer’s attention. Choose carefully, you want to stick to the same color in all your future ads.

Once you’ve selected one, place your background-free product image onto the new background. Make sure your product is centered and properly aligned, and don’t forget to leave some space on the sides—we will be adding some details on the next step.

Add any extra elements you need

Potential buyers will appreciate and thank you for all the detailed information you can give on your product at first glance, such as measurements or composition. Here’s how to make your image informative and even more professional:

• Size information: Use Freepik Designer to add the clothing size directly onto the image. This saves buyers time and can prevent unnecessary inquiries, and trust us, not everyone is doing it.
• Logos and watermarks: If you have a brand logo, add it to your images. This will give your profile a more trustworthy and professional look. If you don’t have a personal logo yet, you can quickly create one with Freepik Designer.

Share your creations with our community

As you can see, giving your pre-owned clothing ads a professional look is child’s play with Background remover. And there are so many ways you can put this tool to use! Check this article for more ideas.

Don’t forget to join our Facebook and Reddit design community. You can share your creations or get inspired with design tips and tutorials, and you can stay inspired by other creators like you.