4 Digital Marketplaces To Find The Best Merch
For all the fangirls who love to show off their favourite artists, merch is a major necessity. Anyone can go to the artist’s website and pick out one of the official pieces of merch, but if you want something that will stand out or are looking for something new and different, I recommend you try checking out some merch from one of your fellow fans! Supporting small businesses, especially other fans’ shops, and getting your hands on new merch can bring excitement, however, it can be overwhelming to sift through all the online shopping options while also considering factors such as quality, sizing, and price.
Fortunately for you (but unfortunately for your wallet) we’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite fan-made merch websites and sellers, for you to shop, without the hassle of any online searching!
Etsy
One of the original places for finding handmade items, Etsy is a popular choice for finding one-of-a-kind merch pieces as well as artwork, stationary, and jewellery. Home to a vast and diverse community of artists, crafters, and creators from around the world, this diverse pool of talent ensures that you’ll find the perfect new piece for your collection.
Plus, you’re directly supporting independent artists, small businesses and, fellow fangirls in the process!
Redbubble
Better known for their selection of stickers, Redbubble has a variety of designed items available for purchase, created by small shop owners. Its wide range of customizable products, commitment to quality, and global community make it an excellent choice for finding unique and captivating fan-made merchandise that resonates with your favorite fandoms.
If you’re into decorating with stickers, whether it be your laptop, water bottle, or planner, we’ve found the perfect Redbubble shop for you! ‘Sadiesscribbles’ has a collection of unique sticker options, with the option to purchase a matte, glossy, or transparent sticker, based on your preference:
Shop: Taylor Swift Folklore Record Player Sticker – sadiesscribbles
TikTok shop
With its recent integration into TikTok’s platform, Tiktok shop has become a popular option for merch shopping. TikTok users can simply click the shopping cart icon on any video where it appears, and then add the item to their carts. This has allowed many influencers or buyers of the products to give their thoughts on items they have received, as well as a new form of advertising for sellers and small business owners!
If you’ve been busy going to concerts this summer, you know that bracelet-making and exchanging is an absolute must! If you’re looking for some cute bracelets to trade (or keep for yourself), take a look at ‘Madz Jewelry’ featuring adorable handcrafted bracelets.
For the indecisive shopper
Lastly, we have something for fans who can’t decide, or want a bit of surprise in their shopping experience. If you have a specific artist in mind and want to treat yourself, or another music lover, try these mystery boxes from ‘DiaryOfHarryStyles’ featuring mystery box options for Lana Del Rey, Taylor Swift, and One Direction. These boxes come at an excellent value, with each mystery box guaranteeing a t-shirt along with other items in the box!
Shop Mystery Boxes – Diaryofharrystyles
