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 RISING WOMEN EXPERT
ADVICE...
Recycle! Reuse! Vintage! I have been hearing this a lot
on the fashion forefront and “consignment” is becoming a very popular word.
Who are today’s consignment shoppers?
Consignment shoppers are those frequenting stores that cater to
reselling gently used products. Consignment boutiques, clothing and
otherwise, agree to sell these products on behalf of the seller for a set
percentage of what the final selling price is.
Once thought of as a frugal practice and reserved for those who could not
afford to buy new, the resale industry is now experiencing growth from a new
demographic: those who value the sustainability of reusing! With a sense of
mad consumption being driven by mall stores, TV shows and Hollywood A
Listers, the resources used in manufacturing all these items, as well as the
packaging, shipping and merchandising of same are taking such a huge toll on
our world resources that even the teen market is taking notice.
Along with saving money, making money, AND helping the planet, shopping
consignment allows you to express your own style and individuality. No
longer limited by the “IN” colors or trends of the current season, browse
through the racks of your favorite shop and enjoy the limitless choice of
fabrics and prints!
Often an item has never been worn, but reflects a hasty buy from someone
else…cash in on their mistake! Items, new with tags, fill the isles of many
stores reflecting the “buy now, think later” mentality that, sadly, many
seek to fill the various voids in their lives. Consignment redeems these
items by offering them a second chance in your closet, and it’s a “Win! Win!
Win! Win!” between the seller, the store, yourself and the planet!
Today’s consignment stores gleam with fresh merchandise, offer personalized
service from trained employees and often offer a mix of brand new
accessories. These are shops where the “savviest fashionistas” have learned
to visit regularly in order to guarantee a unique “find”!
So, who’s shopping consignment today? Fashion forward individuals who value
their style, dollar and the planet we live on. What are YOU waiting for?
For more great advice on getting the most out of your consignments,
contact Carolyn Barter, owner of Baja Rosi’s, #103 797 Goldstream Ave,
Victoria BC at 250.391.6033. Visit
www.bajarosis.com
to learn more about Carol’s boutique or better yet, visit in person!
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