Proper Use of "New Without Tags"?

[bucketlistmod]

I bought an item from a manufacturer and washed it without trying it on first. Silly me, it doesn't fit. Because I don't believe I can return it now, would this be an appropriate use of the "New Without Tags" category? (For clarity's sake, other than trying it on and realizing it was too tight, I have not worn the item.)

[downunder-61]

I am thinking once washed, it is no longer New, but that is just my take on it.

If you listed explain it has been laundered, never warn etc, and I would put measurements as well as the actual tag size, just incase there was any shrinkage.

[lepke1979]

Since you washed it, I'd classify it as used. But be sure to put in the condition that it's washed and worn for less than a minute or whatever sounds nice.

[femmefan1946]

It is just possible that the washing also altered the measurements.

I'd call it used, and add Lightly Used and Washed in the Description along with the actual measurements.

[toysaver]

It's been worn.  It's been washed.  It is not new.  Gently used or looks unworn are terms I'd use. 

[chapeau-noir · Accepted solution]

I would just explain that it was not worn, but has been laundered so you're selling it pre-owned, in excellent condition.  I get stuff like this all the time when I do consignments - people pull tags off, or put it through the wash and then decide they don't care for it, or whatever. . 

Laundering can take out sizing and the like, which is why it's important to mention.

[m60driver]

A washed garment can not, should not, be listed as NWOT.  In my old store we could price a garment that simply lost its tags at the regular retail price.  But an item that had been returned or needed to be washed was always red tagged at least 20% off the regular retail price.