What I Did Right, What I’d Do Differently, and How I’ll Improve Next Time
By Daunais Vintage
Last week, I hosted my very first Poshmark Live Show — featuring 64 pairs of vintage clip-on earrings. It was part excitement, part chaos, and a whole lot of learning.
As a vintage curator, I knew presentation mattered, but live selling introduced a brand-new layer of coordination and courage. I wanted to share my experience — the wins, the missteps, and what I’ll be doing differently next time — in case you’re thinking about hosting your own Poshmark Live.
✅ What I Did Right:
1. Built a Professional Setup
I turned my small filming space into a mini studio, complete with an overhead ring light, a branded Daunais Vintage neon sign, and numbered trays of earrings.
Each pair was displayed on a white info card with its brand, measurements, and age handwritten on the back — giving me instant talking points without breaking focus.
2. Wore White Gloves and Used a Black Display Box
I wanted the spotlight to stay on the jewelry, not me. By filming only my hands and focus box, the contrast of white gloves and cards against a black surface made every rhinestone, pearl, and gold-tone detail shine.
3. Organized with Numbered Trays
I couldn’t see item titles or photos during the show, so my physical trays became my live-show queue. Each tray and pair was numbered in order — that system kept my pace steady, my nerves down, and my workflow smooth.
4. Stayed True to My Brand Tone
Even without showing my face, I spoke in the same Daunais Vintage tone: confident, collector-focused, and informative. Everything — from lighting to language — reflected care and curation.
🤔 What I’d Do Differently:
1. Toggle “Low Starts” ON
Here’s the big one. Because I didn’t toggle Low Starts on while scheduling, my show ran as a “Showcase Only” — meaning I couldn’t see my listing photos, order, or titles.
Next time, I’ll turn it on and customize my starting prices so both the audience and I have full visibility.
2. Mention Prices and Buying Instructions
Without on-screen prices, viewers had to tap listings below the video to see details. I’ll now keep a printed cheat sheet of prices nearby and remind viewers often that they can buy directly during the show.
3. Add Soft Background Music
Silence made transitions feel a little too quiet. I plan to include soft instrumental jazz or lo-fi background music next time — something subtle, warm, and vintage-inspired to match my brand mood.
4. Record Future Shows for Reuse
Poshmark doesn’t save replays yet, so I’ll start screen recording each show. That way, I can repurpose clips for Instagram, YouTube, and blog posts like this one.
🌟 Takeaways for First-Time Poshmark Hosts
Don’t aim for perfect — aim for prepared.
Keep your pieces organized; your confidence comes from structure.
Speak slowly, breathe, and make viewers feel like they’re part of a personal showing.
Always double-check your Low Starts toggle!
Learn from each show — every single one teaches you something new.
💚 What’s Next for Daunais Vintage
My next live show is scheduled for November 10th at 6PM CST, featuring vintage clip-on earrings under 3 inches — with improved flow, full item visibility, and soft background music for ambiance.
This first experience taught me that progress doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from showing up, learning out loud, and refining the process with every attempt.
If you’re thinking about hosting your own Poshmark Live, do it.
Even if only a handful of people show up, you’ll walk away with something more valuable than sales — confidence, clarity, and community.
✨ From Forgotten to Fabulous.
For Collectors of Style, Not Trends.
— Daunais Vintage
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