For months now, I have been regaling the world with stories of thrift stores, flea markets and vintage shops where I buy all of my great finds, but what about where to go to give away your oldies, but goodies? I have been visiting consignment stores since high school and although the landscape has changed – shops have come and gone, I still stand by this practice as a great way to expand your wardrobe or just make a few bucks.
This past weekend, the little sister came with me on a consignment adventure dutifully helping schlep bags of clothes to and from the car. The first stop we made was at Tara’s Secret Closet located at 2013 South King Street. Phone: 808.942.2442. This store is actually a shoot off from The Clothes Chick on Kapahulu (blogged about here), but I’d never been so I wanted to check it out. In all honesty, I probably should have been a little more selective in my choice of consignment store. Although nice and pretty basic, I wasn’t able to find a lot of pieces to swap for and Tara doesn’t give back cash so I am now stuck with a load of credit and the hope that someone out there brings in great giveaways. Not all hope was lost because I did depart with a gorgeous silk vintage skirt that reminds me of my wedding dress and maroon Italian leather boots. I’ll keep checking in to see what else I can find.
Another stop of the day was to Nini’s Boutique at 54 Koko Head Avenue. Phone: 808.739.2500. Nini’s is special because she only takes clothes with the tags still attached, which basically means you are buying new clothes. I never could conceive of people who didn’t wear the clothes that they purchased, but I’ve since accumulated a number of items while traveling that I just can’t bring myself to wear. Sadly, she was randomly closed on Saturday, so I’ll have to make another visit. On past trips, I’ve found J.Crew and Ann Taylor tops that would still be in the store for a fraction of the price. Beware though, in the past she only took cash so make sure to bring a bunch as you’ll surely find a ton of great stuff!
Our last stop (which I sadly couldn’t find a photo of) is the newly relocated Pzazz. It’s now on the top floor above the theatre of Kahala Mall in a shared space with Ceasars Cleaners at 3057 Waialae Ave # C.
Phone: 808.732.5900. This store is great! I found an array of items both new and consigned that I wanted, but exercised some self control and walked away with only 2 dresses. Their policy is to only take items that have been purchased recently so the styles are very current. They go through your items and put them on the floor for 90 days. If they sell, you get 40% in cash or store credit. If not, you just take back your items.
I didn’t have time to take photos of what I bought, but I will soon!
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