It's a new year and with it comes the need to purge old things from years past.
I had never thought about consigning my clothes before. I always donate them to Goodwill or the Salvation Army. But as of yesterday, I can now say that I've put some of my favorite items up for sale.
Before heading over, I did a tiny bit of research and had lengthy conversations with multiple store owners throughout Baltimore. Each store is different in terms of what they're looking for, but if you're interested in ever consigning your clothes, here are a few tips:
Call first. Most consignment stores will only take designer names and most will only take them by appointment only. Some fill up so quickly that they won't meet with you until a certain time period hits.
Think about the time of year. Most consignment shops take clothes that are in-season only.
Make sure your clothes are washed and without wrinkles.
Start with some of your best pieces. That way the next time you go, the store owner may be more inclined to meet with you sooner rather than later.
Find out how and when you might receive a payment for your clothes.
Don't bring anything to consign that you wouldn't buy yourself.
The store owner that I'm working with seems to think that the items I brought by will sell quickly. One can only hope! I have bags of other items that need a new home.
Carrie Oleynik is a writer based in Baltimore, Md.
*The thoughts and views reflected on this blog do not represent the opinions of Carrie's full-time employer or the national and regional publications for which Carrie has written.
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