About
Since 2011, I’ve proudly served over 50,000 happy customers and generated more than $1.4 million in sales on eBay — and now, that same trusted experience continues here at ShoppTom.com.
ShoppTom is your one-stop shop for vintage gems, unique finds, and everyday essentials. Whether you’re hunting for pre-owned fashion, rare collectibles, or quality hard goods, every item in our store is handpicked with care — chosen for its style, story, and staying power.
We believe in value with character, and we stand behind sustainable shopping. That means giving great items a second life and helping our customers discover something truly special in the process.
Thanks for being here. Your support means more than just a sale — it fuels a smarter, more conscious way to shop.
– Tom, Founder of ShoppTom
Our Journey
2011 – I began selling on eBay under the store name EverythingKool, working out of a small spare room in my Ellicott City, Maryland apartment. What started as a side hustle quickly grew into a full-time passion for unique items, vintage finds, and the thrill of the resale game.
2012 – Got ahead of the curve by reselling The North Face apparel before retail arbitrage became a buzzword. I recognized the value in brand-name outdoor gear and leaned in hard.
2013 – Hit a major milestone, grossing $248,000 in sales from North Face products alone. Demand was high, and I delivered — fast, competitively, and at scale.
2014 – Closed out the year with a bang, grossing $90,000 in December alone on eBay by flipping North Face apparel during the peak holiday season.
2015 – Continued the momentum, operating out of my garage and generating over $200,000 in annual sales from North Face gear.
2016 – Took a step back. After years of nonstop hustle, I hit burnout and realized that retail arbitrage wasn’t a sustainable long-term strategy. Around the same time, North Face began tightening its distribution, making inventory harder to source.
2017 – Made the bold decision to shut down the EverythingKool eBay store and launched ShoppTom, a new brand focused on better curation, professional presentation, and a more intentional customer experience.
2020 – Crossed $1 million in total sales and began mapping out a future beyond eBay and third-party platforms. The idea for ShoppTom.com was born — a direct-to-consumer site built on independence and ownership.
2023 – ShoppTom surpassed 18,000 total sales on eBay and expanded its inventory focus to include even more vintage apparel, rare collectibles, and hard-to-find everyday essentials — all curated with quality, value, and character in mind.
2025 – Officially launched ShoppTom.com — a standalone storefront for conscious consumers, collectors, and everyday shoppers who appreciate quality, character, and the thrill of the find.