Turn Your Closet into Cash 💸

Day 10 of 5-Minute Challenge

Mar 24, 2025

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Hello M(AI)VENS,

Welcome to Day 10 of the 5-Minute AI Challenge! 🌸

Today we're tackling that universal spring ritual of decluttering, but with a modern AI twist that will transform this dreaded chore into a potentially profitable task.

Did you know the average American only wears about 20% of their wardrobe regularly? That means 80% of those clothes taking up valuable space could be converted into extra cash—if only listing them for sale wasn't so time-consuming.

But AI can cut your listing time by 75%! What traditionally took 20 minutes per item can be reduced to just 5 minutes—writing descriptions, researching prices, and suggesting the best place to sell.

Back in January, I stared at my overflowing closet with the familiar overwhelm—a bunch of items I wanted to sell, but dreaded the hours of writing descriptions and researching prices. Then I remembered I had AI in my toolkit! Two hours of work became 30 minutes, and I've already sold three items.

Today, I'm sharing my AI-assisted closet decluttering game plan with you. Let’s get to work!

✅ Your 5-Minute AI Action:

SELECT 1-3 items from your closet you no longer wear or love.
SNAP a photo of ONE item (more if you're feeling ambitious!).
UPLOAD the photo to ChatGPT and use one of the chat prompts below.

💬 AI will generate:
✅ A ready-to-use product description
✅ Suggested price based on similar online listings
✅ Optional hashtags or platform recommendations

💻 Copy-and-Paste AI Chat Prompts:

✅ For Resale Apps like eBay and Poshmark:
"Write a product description and suggest a competitive price for this item based on recent eBay sales. The item is [briefly describe if needed: e.g., a gently worn J.Crew wool blazer, size 6]."

✅ For Local Marketplace:
"Write a friendly Facebook Marketplace post to sell this [describe item]. Include a suggested price and key selling points."

✅ For Decision Help:
"Review this [describe item] and tell me if it's worth selling online or if I should donate it. What platform would you recommend and why?"

✅ Bonus:
“What’s the best platform to sell this item for the highest return: eBay, Poshmark, or Facebook Marketplace? Why?”

📸 Photo Tips:

Use natural lighting when possible
Choose a plain background
Capture any tags, logos, or condition details
Include multiple angles for better AI analysis

🧥 My Personal Example — Trina Turk Blazer

I did this with a Trina Turk women's white blazer (sadly, it no longer fits).

After uploading the photos, I asked ChatGPT to generate the full eBay listing and a suggested price. Here’s the result:

Title:
Trina Turk Women's White Blazer Jacket - Size 6 - Elegant Open Front

Description:
Elevate your wardrobe with this stunning Trina Turk white blazer. Designed with sophistication in mind, this blazer features an open-front style, a tailored fit, and a modern silhouette perfect for any occasion. Whether you're dressing up for work or a special event, this jacket adds a chic and polished touch.

Brand: Trina Turk
Size: 6
Color: White
Material:
- Outer: 63% Polyester, 27% Viscose, 7% Cotton, 3% Elastane
- Lining: 95% Polyester, 5% Spandex
Care Instructions: Dry Clean Only
Features: Open front, tailored waist, long sleeves, versatile design
Condition: Pre-owned in excellent condition.

Keywords: Trina Turk blazer, white jacket, women's size 6, professional blazer, elegant women's jacket.

Suggested pricing:
Based on similar listings for pre-owned Trina Turk blazers in size 6, prices typically range from $22 to $100, depending on factors such as condition, style, and demand.

Given that your blazer is in excellent condition, a competitive and fair starting price would be around $50. This pricing aligns with comparable listings and should attract potential buyers.

😁 Pretty impressive, right? It was super fast (took only a few seconds) and made me way more confident listing this item and others.

🚫 Troubleshooting Tips:

If AI doesn't correctly identify your item:

Try a clearer photo or different angle
Add a brief description in your prompt (brand, material, etc.)
Ask it to focus on specific features you want highlighted (like if it’s vintage or one of a kind).