Swap Start-Up: Browse & Pick

I recently was interviewed for an article about clothing swaps and thought I should let people who follow me on Twitter about this blog. Coincidentally, I get a tweet from the folks at Browse & Pick. Browse & Pick is a local start-up based in Brooklyn that hosts swap parties. Browse They also do swap for baby clothes which is probably a big savings for families.

You can buy tickets to the next swaps which are June 2. Follow them on Twitter to get updates.

Swapping Replacing Shopping? Swaps On The Rise For Cash-Strapped Millenials – The Budget Fashionista

Even though we’ve long known that creativity is the key to staying stylish and financially solvent, there was a time not so long ago that suggestions of frequenting thrift stores (Goodwill shout-out!) and holding clothing swapping parties were met by some with a resounding “meh”. The world has changed however, and the perception of “gently used” with it. According to a recent Bloomberg story , struggling retailers are fighting a new trend of frugality – yep, an old favorite of ours, the swap. Turns out the next generation, saddled with practically unprecedented economic challenges, are shopping less and swapping more.

via Swapping Replacing Shopping? Swaps On The Rise For Cash-Strapped Millenials – The Budget Fashionista.

 

May 1st: Shop and Swap

To find our more details of this swap, go to Kellie’s blog.

From Retail Me Not: Bloggers Tell Why They Love Thrifting

Here’s a clip of the post:

Why do you like to shop at thrift stores?

O’Regan: You’re basically hunting for the incredible one-of-a-kind treasures normally found at vintage stores but at a fraction of the price. I also love that it’s good for the planet. It makes sense to pick things out from the abundance of stuff that already exists rather than propagating a need for more new merchandise.

Money: Main benefit is the price. Things are crazy discounted anywhere from 50 to 90 percent, so it’s a no-brainer money-wise. The other aspect, which is even more fun in my opinion, is finding the deals and coming away with all these awesome things you may not even have known were out there. It’s dope that you can find a brand-new bike right next to an 8-track player all for under $20.

Freedman: The major benefit is the obvious one: Things can be obtained cheaply there. Another benefit is the book section. Not only can you get last year’s best sellers for a dollar or so, you can find a wide variety of interesting older books as well.

Read the rest on RetailMeNot’s blog

Web Thrift Store Is Bringing The Thrift Industry Online

From Mashable

WebThriftStore is bringing the $13 billion thrift industry online with a spin for good.

The online thrift store gives you an opportunity to give to a cause you care about, while getting rid of the junk around your house. Sellers decide what charity they’d like their resold goods to benefit, and the cause of their choice receives 80% of the sale.

“What’s really innovative is that you’re not selling — you’re donating, so there’s no risk of seller fraud,” Doug Krugman, who co-founded WebThriftStore with his wife Lynn Zises, told Mashable. “On eBay and other online retailers you have to deal with PayPal, maintaining a profile and establishing a reputation, which is why a lot of people don’t take the time to sell stuff online. We’ve taken money out of the equation.”

Vintage Pop-Up Shop In Chelsea Next Week

As part of (capsule) which is  the fashion and lifestyle trade event that fuses the best high-end contemporary brands. There will be a pop-up shop at The Donut Shop in Chelsea.

The pop-up shop will include items from the renowned vintage dealers Orange Crush, Heller’s Café, Wooden Sleepers, Kings County Salvage, and others. Lifestyle products like stationery from letterpress darlings Terrapin Stationers, Allison Riley’s artfully poetic Set Editions, masculine design-forward grooming and bathroom accessories from Izola, and artisanal teas from Bellocq, will all be available for purchase by the general public.

via PSFK: http://www.psfk.com/2012/01/capsule-trade-show-vintage-pop-up.html#ixzz1jHiuL2qm

The Donut Shop
550 Washington Street, New York NY
January 16th + 17th 10AM- 7PM

January 14: Thrift Collective Swap in Brooklyn

This Saturday in Crown Heights neighborhood that borders Prospect Heights on Classon Avenue, there will be a clothing swap hosted by Thrift Collective.

$10 in advance Buy tickets here.

$15 at the door (cash only)

The swap will be at Abigail’s, which is located at 807 Classon Avenue at St. John’s Place from 5-7PM.  The closest train is the Franklin Ave stop on the 2/3/4/5 and Franklin Avenue Shuttle.

There will be drink specials!

All participants to this event will receive a coupon for: 40 % off Classic Organic Facial/ Microdermabrasion Package reg. $160  now $96  at MILLA’S TREATMENT BOUTIQUE

http://www.millastreatmentboutique.com/

Check out Thrift Collective to keep in the loop.

Thrift Stores Adding Perks

An article in the New York Times talks about thrift stores.

Thrift stores, once thought of as dusty places where the down-on-their-luck skulked for bargains, are gradually adding perks that impart a more-exclusive feel to the shopping experience, to the delight of patrons and proprietors alike.

“We’ve been really thrilled with the reaction of the customers,” said David Raper, the vice president for retail at Housing Works, a nonprofit helping people with H.I.V. or AIDS that has a dozen stores across the city. Power Hour tickets go on sale the Monday before each Buy the Bag event, he said, and have sold out every time. “For some people, early access and seeing the newest, hottest thing is really important,” Mr. Raper said.

Elizabeth And Clarke Clothing Swap And Launch Party

New fashion style subscription site,  Elizabeth and Clarke  is throwing a launch party next Sunday, December 11 at New Work City, and it’s going to be a clothing swap. As you know, clothing swaps are super fun.  Champagne and cupcakes will be served.  Clothes must be in excellent condition. Accessories, bags, and shoes are also welcome.

VIP Guests and Sponsors include Rue La La, Fashism and Market Publique.

Tickets are $20 and $35. Order tix today.

October 1: Sip And Swap

O So Chic and the Luscious Lifestyle Diva present

Sip and Swap

Join us as we sip cocktails and trade gently used clothes, because as they say, “one fashionista’s trash is another fashionista’s treasure.

This is a perfect excuse to clean out your closet and to get some new clothes. The best part is, these new pieces won’t cost you a dime!*

Any items that do not find a new home will be donated to Housing Works.  RSVP here.

*CULTUREfix will offer special drink pricing – including an unlimited mimosa package.

THIS EVENT IS FOR WOMEN ONLY.
Must be 21 and older to attend.