Remove the background for Poshmark cover shots

At a glance

How to do it

1. Upload the item photoA flat lay, a hanger shot or a mannequin shot all cut out well. Photograph the whole item with some space around it so nothing gets cut off by the square crop.
2. Keep it white or pick one colourThe tool starts on white. If your closet uses a signature colour, pick it once and use the same one for every cover shot. Check edges such as straps, fringe and lace for leftover background.
3. Download and crop squareDownload HD as a JPEG and crop to 1:1 with the item centred. Use it as the first photo, then add the untouched detail photos after it.

Tips and common mistakes

• Only the cover shot needs the cutoutDetail photos are there to show the real item. Keep the back, tag, fabric and any flaws as plain, honest photos so buyers know exactly what they get.
• Steady light, true colourPoshmark points out that household bulbs cast a warm yellow light that can throw colours off, especially with denim. Use daylight or a daylight-balanced lamp so the cutout shows the right shade.
• Show wear and the tagPoshmark recommends close-ups of rips, stains or wear and a photo of the size tag. It saves questions and returns.
• Show scaleA photo next to an everyday object helps buyers judge size, especially for bags and accessories.
• Don't overdo brightnessPoshmark warns that pushing brightness too far makes photos look grainy or overexposed. A clean background does more for the cover shot than heavy editing.