Another "secret" store I frequent (but don't advertise) is the children's consignment store in my neighborhood. It's inevitable that children grow up and outgrow clothes, shoes, toys etc... and it's a pity that things you spent your hard earned money on, end up in the rubbish bin. Every couple months, I have the girls go through their drawers and closets and get rid of clothes they no longer want or have outgrown. Sometimes, it is an outfit a relative insisted on buying for them that they didn't really want and never wore. Ideally, this should take place four times a year (with the seasons), but before Christmas, before Easter and before school starts, works as well. Since there are three girls in our family, the youngest two get first dibs on the oldest one's clothes. If they don't want an item, I then evaluate it to see if it is consignment-store worthy. These items must be stain-free, hole-free, in perfect condition and seasonally correct. The store lets you know when they accept what kind of items- for example, right now they are taking Halloween and fall fashions. It's easy to sign up and consignors get half of the sale item's price. If the merchandise hasn't moved in a couple months, they donate it to charity. To me, this is a win-win proposition. Of course, there are also adult consignment shops if you are so inclined. Designer fashions in last year's seasons and classic items that never go out of style, are your best options. So, don't just let your old duds grow dust- clear them out and make some dough! But shhh.... it's our little secret!
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