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    Default I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    Ok, I have never been comfy going to consignment stores like Salvation Army and Goodwill. They remind me of my real dad (he spends ALL day there buying random shit and I had to go with him when I was little) and I'd rather not have memories involving him. Like, the smell of those stores makes me want to get ill. I call the clothes 'dead people's clothes', even though I know they're not...so I just avoid all consignment stores like my life depends on it.

    I've been looking for new jeans for a couple of months, I've tried on no less than 40 pairs, and I started getting desperate. Sooooooo, at the prodding of my SO I gave in and went to this place called 'Plato's Closet'. Holy hell, that is the coolest fucking place EVER! I got 8 shirts, half still had the tags on them, and they were so cute. I found not 1, not 2, but 5 pairs of jeans that fit me perfectly. Amazing cut, perfect length, and they made my ass look awesome. I paid $25 for a brand new pair of Paper, Denim, and Cloth, and $30 for a brand new pair of Citizens of Humanity. Then I got to the register and when they rang me up, they let me know that for every 3 things I got, I would get another one for a penny. Yes, a PENNY. I got jeans for a penny and 2 shirts as well.

    If you're looking for cute casual clothes that are in good shape, check and see if there is a Plato's Closet near you. It was the best clothes shopping experience I've had in the past few months. I'm going to be addicted to that store...

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    I've heard of that chain. The closest one to me is over an hour away, so I've never been. On the radio that one's marketed to preppy high school kids though. I never knew they had those type of labels. I don't think Salvation Army & Goodwill (both of which I've been known to shop at) are considered consignment stores. Those stores operate by selling donated items. In a consignment store don't you bring them stuff & then they pay you if it sells? Or something to that affect if I understand correctly. They only have one of those in my town & I've never went in, since the clothes displayed in the window seem more geared towards senior citizens.

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    Plato's Closet is good. It does depend a bit on where you live. People in Indianapolis aren't the most fashion-forward so it's a lot of Hollister and Abercrombie shit. I tried to sell some really good vintage things there and the sales clerk was like, "Dude, this stuff is really cool. Unfortunately we can't buy it cause all the 15 year olds that shop here want stupid t-shirts with labels on them and shit."

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    Oooh, we have one of those here right by my school. Maybe I'll have to stop by. I don't know that I'll be able to find major labels here, but I'll settle for some jeans and hoodies.
    I believe you Dottie and you have my support

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    I hit thrift stores and consignment shops all the time, sadly, no Plato's in Montucky. If you buddy up to the employees they'll tell you which days they restock & you might even get them to save you nicer stuff. (A bribe might be forthcoming. Ahem.)

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    Is that like Buffalo Exchange??? There's a few of those near me... including one that happens to be walking distance (evil evil place) and it takes all the willpower I have not to spend money on awesome, affordable used clothing... it's all super-unique, too!!!

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    Quote Originally Posted by madmaxine View Post
    I hit thrift stores and consignment shops all the time, sadly, no Plato's in Montucky. If you buddy up to the employees they'll tell you which days they restock & you might even get them to save you nicer stuff. (A bribe might be forthcoming. Ahem.)
    *Gets ready to start finding people to bribe at that store*

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    I've been to platos!!! you can find awesome stuff in there... you can also sell your clothes to them... they are super picky about what they will take, but a few times i've brought clothes i've gotten over a 100 for my items each time.....

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    Default Re: I went shopping at the coolest consignment store EVER!

    ^^Yeah, I have spent all day cleaning out my closet. Some of my stuff still have tags on them, but they're too big so I've never even tried to wear them. I'm going to take some of my stuff to sell to Plato's and I'm going to take the sweaters and long sleeved shirts to the place I get mental healthcare so I can give them to the homeless ladies. It's getting cold up here, so they are going to need stuff, and I would rather give it to them instead of selling them somewhere.

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    I've shopped at one of their stores before..they def have a TON of great stuff. I dont think there is one near here though....boo.

    edit::WOO HOO....I just checked their website and apparently there IS one about 20 minutes from me!!! I will SO be checking it out when I have money to spend!!

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