an effortless new preloved system
With Carousel, you can pass along all baby and children's clothing up to size 8 in gently used condition.
Have a hi-low mix of brands? That's perfect. We offer instant credit for styles we accept, including premium and everyday brands.
circular fashion, made easier. get credit for their best outgrown looks on the next size up
three ways to trade
trade faq
what can I include?
Gently used baby and children's clothing, light outerwear and costumes up to size 8 of any season. All items should be clean and in good condition.
For a small fee, you can include worn textiles, which we'll pass along to a recycler. See more here.
what earn store credit?
Clean, in demand, in season items in good condition, including those from both premium and everyday brands.
The amount of credit is determined when we process your trade and is added to your account on the spot.
Spring / Summer styles are "in season" from January through June. Fall / Winter styles are "in season" from July through December.
Please note that because our baby capsules are styled with clothing made from natural fibers, we do not offer payouts for baby clothing made from other materials.
when do I get my credit?
Your trade will be processed within 10 days of receipt. You'll get an email from our system with the amount of credit earned and can shop immediately.
how do I use my credit?
You'll need to create an account, which you can do with your email or shop.
Credit earned is linked to the email address used to request your pickup. The available amount shows up on the checkout page.
how is trading with Carousel different?
Carousel is on a mission to keep kidswear in circulation and out of the landfill. As a social enterprise, every business decision supports this commitment to building a circular economy that is easy to join, fun to enjoy and more impactful for our children.
Compared to other resale options, the main differences are that Carousel accepts more items and only provides credit versus cash payouts.
Compared to hand-me-downs and swaps, the ethos is similar but Carousel takes care of pairing each child with the size/style/season they need.
An estimated 85% of donations to charities that resell items wind up in landfills.