Designer handbags lead the pack at consignment shops. Pieces from Louis Vuitton and Gucci regularly sell within 2 to 3 weeks. Prices range from $200 to over $800 depending on condition and style.
Shoes are next. Jimmy Choo heels and designer boots move fast, especially in sizes 7 to 9. Vintage Levi's jeans are a sleeper hit. A good pair in excellent condition fetches $50 to $150 with ease.
I've seen Lululemon activewear fly off racks in LA and New York stores faster than almost anything else. Buyers there know the brand and trust the quality.
Cold-weather gear performs well seasonally. Canada Goose and Burberry coats regularly command $300 or more. Quality kids' clothing from Patagonia moves steadily year-round.
The rule is simple: name brands in excellent condition sell. Everything else sits.