#resale boutique

[musclegoth]

dunno where to get cheap clothes anymore that are good or wearable... like resellers ruined thrifting there is nothing left in stores anymore...

[justhowmuchiloveit]

Ladies Night at Renee's Resale Boutique!

This week I'm talking you through Renee's Resale Boutique - a resale & clothing boutique owned by Renee Mizrahi!

After meeting Renee Mizrahi at the Connecticut Vintage Market Days event, I had been itching for an opportunity to visit her storefront, and I finally had the opportunity to do so a few weeks ago! Meet The Owner  Mizrahi is the owner of Renee’s Resale Clothing Outlet, a resale and vintage boutique sporting an ever changing and eclectic assortment of fashion and accessories! Located at 220…

[girlsdressingrooms]

Iris Barrel Apfel, Decorator and Fashion Stylist

(August 29, 1921 – March 1, 2024) 

Ms. Apfel was one of the most vivacious personalities in the worlds of fashion, textiles, and interior design, she has cultivated a personal style that is both witty and exuberantly idiosyncratic.

Her originality was typically revealed in her mixing of high and low fashions—Dior haute couture with flea market finds, nineteenth-century ecclesiastical vestments with Dolce & Gabbana lizard trousers.

With remarkable panache and discernment, she combines colors, textures, and patterns without regard to period, provenance, and, ultimately, aesthetic conventions. Paradoxically, her richly layered combinations—even at their most extreme and baroque—project a boldly graphic modernity.

Iris Barrel was born on Aug. 29, 1921, in Astoria, Queens, the only child of Samuel Barrel, who owned a glass and mirror business, and his Russian-born wife, Sadye, who owned a fashion boutique.

She studied art history at New York University, then qualified to teach and did so briefly in Wisconsin before fleeing back to New York to work on Women's Wear Daily, and for interior designer Elinor Johnson, decorating apartments for resale and honing her talent for sourcing rare items before opening her own design firm. She was also an assistant to illustrator Robert Goodman.

As a distinguished collector and authority on antique fabrics, Iris Apfel has consulted on numerous restoration projects that include work at the White House that spanned nine presidencies from Harry Truman to Bill Clinton.

Along with her husband, Carl, she founded Old World Weavers, an international textile manufacturing company and ran it until they retired in 1992. The Apfels specialized in the reproduction of fabrics from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, and traveled to Europe twice a year in search of textiles they could not source in the United States.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute assembled 82 ensembles and 300 accessories from her personal collection in 2005 in a show about her called “Rara Avis”.

Almost overnight, Ms. Apfel became an international celebrity of pop fashion.

Ms. Apfel was seen in a television commercial for the French car DS 3, became the face of the Australian fashion brand Blue Illusion, and began a collaboration with the start-up WiseWear. A year later, Mattel created a one-of-a-kind Barbie doll in her image. Last year, she appeared in a beauty campaign for makeup with Ciaté London.

Six years after the Met show she started her fashion line "Rara Avis" with the Home Shopping Network.

She was cover girl of Dazed and Confused, among many other publications, window display artist at Bergdorf Goodman, designer and design consultant, then signed to IMG in 2019 as a model at age 97.

Ms. Iris Apfel became a visiting professor at the University of Texas at Austin in its Division of Textiles and Apparel, teaching about imagination, craft and tangible pleasures in a world of images.

 In 2018, she published “Iris Apfel: Accidental Icon,” an autobiographical collection of musings, anecdotes and observations on life and style. 

Ms. Apfel’s apartments in New York and Palm Beach were full of furnishings and tchotchkes that might have come from a Luis Buñuel film: porcelain cats, plush toys, statuary, ornate vases, gilt mirrors, fake fruit, stuffed parrots, paintings by Velázquez and Jean-Baptiste Greuze, a mannequin on an ostrich.

The Museum of Lifestyle & Fashion History in Boynton Beach, Florida, is designing a building that will house a dedicated gallery of Ms. Apfel's clothes, accessories, and furnishings.

Ms. Apfel’s work had a universal quality, It’s was a trend.

Rest in Power !

[redundant2]

Tidying up the tea bags

This is pretty enjoyable. From SMM at Reddit. Allegedly.

"This is all ALLEGEDLY. I have a friend who cleans house for very well-known, established, female actress/producer/director in “Hollywood”. (Not exactly Hollywood, butI don’t want to name the exact area. My friend has worked for “Actress” for years, and they have developed a rapport, as “actress” is a generally nice person who happened to hit it big, and has not forgotten her roots. She’s one of the good ones.

ALLEGEDLY: “Actress” has met TOW, and said TOW fawned over her like a serious fan girl. She literally followed her around an event trying to get a photo with “Actress”. Finally, “Actress” had to pretend to receive a very important call, so she could get away. TOW is literally a joke in the real A-list set. “Actress” says she is constantly made fun of, and has her assistant of the week call local boutiques begging for samples! Some actually say yes. Also, this is why TOW sometimes looks like she’s wearing a paper bag, or pants that are 3” too long. She gets the sample, and will wear it regardless of how it fits. Oh, and get this! She’s trying to create her own “style” with the super long pants. “Actress” allegedly told my friend that TOW is trying to start a new FASH-SHON trend with the long, dragging, pant legs! “Actress” and friends know this is BS, and that she simply hasn’t had the pants hemmed!

Oh, and all those fake “body shaming” Hollywood types? They call her The Box. No shape, no waist, no curves. Just a box. Nobody wants to dress her, nobody wants to be associated, and she pays full price for her “designer” accessories… which, according to “Actress” could be knock offs or fetched by her assistant from resale shops.

Also, “Actress” has been told through the grapevine that TOW and her poodle may have a former employee ready to spill the beans on the fights, the kids, the horrible treatment of staff and the all-around horrible working conditions inside the Sussex Mental Asylum. Oh, and TOW and poodle don’t sleep in the same bed. They rarely reside at their Montecito house… if they do at all. It may have silently been sold. Not 100% sure on that part. TOW is poison, she’s ruined any chance of ever being anything but Z list, and her agency is fed up.

“Actress” knows a lot of people, and has no reason to lie to my friend. “Actress” and friends have their daily laugh at the fake Princess and her poodle. The only people who will agree to work with them are no-name brands, z-list actors and failed show-biz types. The joke is that soon people will start seeing them hawking used cars in late night local TV! Oprah is also a joke. She’s only invited to things because people want her money, NOT her. She’s repugnant, classist and rude. She has forgotten where she came from. Nobody likes Oprah. Nobody. They only like her money. ALLEGEDY. Again… this is just chatter from the grapevine."

[whatjanewore]

Love and Literature from the Olympic Opening Ceremonies

I got so excited when I saw the costuming in this segment! It reminded me of a very specific and thrilling fashion moment in the spring of 1991 when I found this awesome L-O-V-E shirt in a boutique in Freetown, Sierra Leone. Then, a few months later on the way home to the U.S., we stopped in Amsterdam and I discovered that bold bright 60's wow fashion had landed and everyone's muse was Lady Miss Kier! And I did really feel that groove in my heart! I bought the colorful leggings and black patent daisy buckle belt you see in the picture and wore it on the plane. I'm so happy I still have this photo. I was about to turn 24, and between the LOVE shirt and the Amsterdam experience, it really was a fashion rebirth for me.

Photos by King on July 30 at H20, Durham NC

2024 outfit:

Cap: Bandolino, from a shoe store in San Francisco, 2009?

Earrings: H&M long ago

Shirt: boutique in Freetown, Sierra Leone 1991

Skirt: blackmilkclothing.com, Poshmark

Leggings: resale shop in Sacramento, 2012

Booties: 9west.com a few years ago

[skippyv20]

Hi Skippy & Friends-Oh this makes me really furious seeing this vulgar display of “fashion” as if this is a casual outfit with sneaker$ & sweat$…oh and the Himalaya Birkin from Niloticus crocodile skin with Palladium hardware going for $450,000.00 +/-. Perfect for errands! What hypocrisy!

Hermes owns Birken Bags which is a US handbag product line touting exotic skins, hand sewn, buffed, painted and polished with gold, palladium finishes. Resale is almost as good as owning gold ingots, outperforming traditional investments. The most expensive model sold for $1.9 million. Interested buyers have to be approved from Hermes who invite them into a special private boutique where they view models which must be ordered while being put on a waiting list. The super snobby sales techniques will suck in those who can’t wait to throw money at them. I detect some kind of super competition here, over handbags! These collectors need to take some lessons from ERII IMHO. I enjoy their scarves and other fine items, but this is just tacky nouveau riche to the max!

So, just to really read the room here…Hermes and Birkin do not pass ethical it seems. The brand falls short on workers’ rights, transparency and treatment of animals. It takes 2 or 3 crocodiles to make just one handbag. Over 60 hatchling crocodiles are packed into each concrete pen. I have never been a fan of crocodiles, alligators, snakes and other reptiles but I do think what drives greedy companies bottom line can be horrific. Peta has researched Hermes and Birkin and what they report is not pretty.

Here’s an idea! Instead of strutting around NYC carrying a purse called Himalaya because of the pale colors like snowcapped mountains…why not actually HELP that part of the world which is very much in need of assistance. The American Himalayan Foundation is a great group you can check out online that reveals their annual financials showing where they put the donations to work, as well as annual highlights and field reports. Under the section called What We Do…the top listing is STOP Girl Trafficking. How about that Hermes and Birkin?!!!!!

I will cheerfully celebrate carrying my old comfy yet stylish bag, allowing me to donate to foundations of choice-mostly local. I will not spend one penny on any movies, music, perfumes or clothes by those sporting these bags. Their inability to understand how truly vulgar this behavior is, confirms to me they flunk humanity.

Wow!  Great post dear Pilgrim!  The insanity!  It makes me sick when these rich people constantly have to show off…..they look ridiculous to be honest.  All I see when I see these ridiculous, greedy fools is hungry/starving/homeless people….the rich don’t impress me, never have….😔

[strawberryflatline]

It would be so fun and funky fresh if people didn't ruin my day by stealing from the store I work at. Like I get it, stick it to the multimillion dollar company, but you're effectively fucking everyone who works here over. I want money as much as the next person, but guess what, your actions could result in people being fired. I'm so God damn sick of doing incident reports for this God damn part time job. If I have to type in every fucking pair of glasses (upc, price, product description, quantity, brand) you stole one more time I'm going to start biting people. Also you guys are actually fucking brain dead because you missed a dolce worth $578 AND tried to leave a door that has a very clear sign on it that says "please use other door" because we keep that one locked FOR THIS EXACT REASON. I hope you get caught and charged with the countless felonies yall are racking up. This is truly the stupidest place you could steal from considering our lowest priced items are still $70-90 and I've seen pairs worth over $500 frequently. Please get some functioning brain cells before I start screaming everytime you come in. I fucking wish I could say something when it happens, I have so much pent up anger from being stolen from EVERY FUCKING TIME I WORK

This isn't a big store, we're a little boutique, you're giving me a fucking panic attack everytime your stupid ring comes in here. You aren't even slick about it, you make it very obvious that's your intention as soon as you step in here. We also! Have! 24 hour! Working! Cameras! We recognize you when you come in. Find a new store to target. I'm so done. Also, the resale value is trash on our products when you can't prove their authenticity. God, I wish people were intelligent. Also, we make fun of you for the brands you steal :) You aren't even taking anything of quality, really. You just want to steal the name brands because they're popular, but in reality, most of them make trash sunglasses. There are countless of high quality brands in this store that actually put care in their products, and yall are stealing Versace? Okay, have fun when they start falling apart they're pretty well known at this point amongst those who know sunglasses that the Medusa heads will fall off and the hinge screws suck. Also, most of them are ugly. AAAAAAA I have a lot of thoughts about this. Anyway, thank you for coming to my sunglass TED talk. I try to pride myself on being an incredibly patient person, but I'm about to snap and act like my mother fr

[sakayrasims]

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[enchanted-moura]

Retiring my Gucci bag for a Victoria Secret one. I wanted Juicy Couture but the resale prices were too crazy for me. It was like Miu Miu Milano boutique prices 😭💕

[postsentiment]

hii i love your notebooks !! and i wondered (sorry if youve answered this before) where you got/found your stickers ?

Hello thank u so much for taking interest !! I have gotten a couple of these types of asks before and am sorry i haven't taken time to answer... honestly didn't know what to say cause i source my stickers from so many different places and i don't buy them online! So here is a compilation answer post:

thrift stores! i am fortunate enough to live in a city w/ an excellent arts and crafts recycling/resale place but i've found a lot of my stickers at regular secondhand stores too. my best advice is just to check around your area and see if they have an art supply section, then scour it! extra tip: i like to be really thorough w/ my searching because some of the best stickers will fall towards the bottom of any kind of container as people sift through it.

regular stores can also have cute stickers - grocery stores and produce stickers, businesses promoting their store, coffee shops and restaurants labeling their food, etc.

any kind of smaller/boutique store might also have stickers for sale! again this is something where you kinda have to check around your area. i found a little shop near my work with super cheap sandy lion sticker sheets ! these places are out there!

a lot of regular art stores also have stickers + stickerbooks for sale

soemtimes i just peel a sticker off the ground or wall or pole

for online sticker shops, i'm not much help -- i know stickii has a mail subscription service w/ monthly sticker packs but that's about it :o

Thank u again for the questions <3 best of luck stickerheads..

[bagsbusiness]

Hermès Reselling: Irrational Investing or Fashion Flipping?

There is no denying the appeal of Hermès purses. However, some people feel that they are unaffordable due to the exclusivity and exorbitant retail costs. This supports a robust resale market where astute people profit from owning Hermès items.

But is becoming an Hermès reseller a guaranteed path to riches, or a gamble fraught with risk? Let's delve into the world of Hermès resale to see if the profit margins justify the effort.

Remember that you can become an Hermès reseller and sell or buy your original Hermès handbags on Resellers Connector without commissions.

The Hermès Resale Landscape: A Seller's Paradise?

Hermès's controlled distribution strategy creates a constant demand that outstrips supply. This scarcity translates to high resale values for certain Birkin and Kelly styles, especially in exotic leathers or limited-edition colors. Resellers can potentially fetch five to seven times the retail price for these coveted bags.

However, not all Hermès items are created equal. Classic canvas Constance bags or less popular newer models might only retain their retail value, or even depreciate slightly. Understanding the specific Hermès models with strong resale potential is crucial for success.

Challenges on the Hermès Reselling Road

Building Credibility: The luxury resale market is competitive. Establishing yourself as a trustworthy seller takes time and effort. Authenticity is paramount, and potential buyers will scrutinize photos, descriptions, and your reputation before committing. Building a positive online presence through platforms like The RealReal or reputable consignment stores is essential.

Sourcing Hermès: Obtaining Hermès directly from boutiques is notoriously difficult. Sales associates often prioritize long-term clients, leaving resellers with limited options. This can lead to relying on secondary markets or auctions, which introduce risks of inauthenticity and higher competition.

The Hermès Boutique Blacklist: Hermès is known to be wary of resellers. Frequent purchases of popular models might flag you, making it even harder to acquire future inventory directly.

Time Investment: Researching, sourcing, photographing, listing, and negotiating sales takes considerable time. Factor in authentication fees, potential returns, and the time it can take to sell a specific item.

The Math of Hermès Reselling:

Let's consider a scenario. You purchase a pre-owned black Birkin bag for $10,000. After authentication fees and potential repairs, you list it for $20,000. Factoring in a selling platform's commission (typically 15-30%), your profit could be around $5,000-$7,000. This seems lucrative, but remember, it's not guaranteed. The bag might take months to sell, and there's always the risk of not finding a buyer.

Is Hermès Reselling Right for You?

Hermès reselling can be profitable, but it's not a get-rich-quick scheme. Success requires passion for luxury goods, a keen eye for trends, business acumen, and significant time investment.

Alternatives to Consider:

Curated Vintage: Focus on vintage luxury pieces from various brands. This offers a wider selection and potentially avoids the challenges of acquiring Hermès directly.

Freelance Personal Shopping: Utilize your fashion knowledge to help clients find the perfect Hermès pieces, either retail or pre-owned.

[wildbeautifuldamned]

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4 VINTAGE FIGURAL MERCURY GLASS XMAS ORNAMENTS SANTA CELLO BELL LANTERN ebay elmbo

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Antique figural Santa tree glass ornament red Xmas tree ebay Exclusive Elegance

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[aclaywrites]

I adjusted for inflation and everything is about double now, so I went with those figures and I’m still confused. The best purchases I’ve ever made for those prices? I have some tales of thrift shop magic, including a 1950s green silk party coat for $5 hidden deep in the menswear section of the Junior League Remarkable Resale Boutique. For $10 you can get a fantastic dinner at the El Taco Loco food truck in the parking lot of the gay bars. $20 will get you a box of wine or 8 pre-rolls from the dispensary around the corner. This is not a financial advice blog, don’t @ me! I hope tomorrow’s query is more lesbian. Defining myself and giving shopping tips is a lot of pressure.

[englishcreationscraze]

Design Your Own Sarong from beach sarong manufacturers in Spain

When it comes to hitting the beach, we all want to look stylish, feel comfortable, and enjoy the sun and surf to the fullest. That's where the beach sarong comes into play, and it's not just a piece of fabric – it's a versatile, must-have accessory that can elevate your beach game in a jiffy. Buy Sarongs in bulk from beach sarong manufacturers, exporters, wholesalers, and suppliers.

First and foremost, Wholesale sarong women are incredibly easy to wear. Whether you're a fashionista or not, wrapping a sarong around your waist or draping it over your shoulders is a breeze. No complicated knots or buttons to fuss over. Just throw it on, and you're good to go.

One of the best things about beach sarongs is their adaptability. Wholesale sarong women come in a variety of colors, patterns, and fabrics, allowing you to pick the one that suits your style and the occasion. Whether you're lounging by the pool, strolling along the shoreline, or going for lunch at a beachside café, your sarong will effortlessly transition from one setting to another.

Not only do sarongs offer style and versatility, but they also provide essential sun protection. While soaking up the sun is undoubtedly delightful, it's essential to keep your skin shielded from harmful UV rays. A beach sarong can be draped over your shoulders or wrapped around your body, providing an extra layer of defense against the sun's rays.

Furthermore, beach sarongs can be used in multiple ways. Besides wearing them as cover-ups, you can use them as beach towels, picnic blankets, or even as a makeshift tote to carry your essentials. That's right; they're not just for wearing but also for practicality.

Wholesale Caftans: Elevate Your Fashion Game with Affordable Elegance"

Caftans have long been a symbol of timeless elegance and comfort. Whether you're strolling along the beach, attending a chic poolside party, or simply lounging at home, caftans offer a versatile and stylish fashion choice. If you're looking to upgrade your wardrobe with this classic garment without breaking the bank, wholesale caftans are the perfect solution.

Affordable Elegance: One of the most significant advantages of wholesale caftans is their affordability. Buying in bulk allows you to get these fashionable pieces at a fraction of the price you would pay for retail. This means you can stock up on a variety of caftans in different colors, patterns, and styles to suit various occasions and moods from caftan manufacturers.

Wide Range of Options Caftan manufacturers often offer diverse designs to cater to various tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer vibrant prints, solid colors, or intricate embroidery, you'll find a caftan that suits your style. The options are endless, from traditional Moroccan-inspired designs to contemporary and minimalist styles.

Quality Guaranteed: Wholesale caftans don't compromise on quality despite their lower prices. Reputable wholesalers ensure that their products meet high standards of craftsmanship and materials. You can confidently invest in wholesale caftans, knowing that you're getting a great deal without sacrificing quality.

Perfect for Resale: If you're a boutique owner or an aspiring entrepreneur, wholesale caftans offer an excellent opportunity for resale. These versatile garments are always in demand, making them a profitable addition to your inventory. With the right marketing strategy, you can attract a wide range of customers looking for affordable yet stylish fashion.

[ladderstitch]

I don’t want to see any more women dressed like they’re on an early Taylor Swift cover. Leave sundresses and cowboy boots where they belong: on a 25% off rack in some Nebraska boutique resale store.

[onihcinimkcin]

the other day i saw a gif set from Wake in Fright, which is sort of the epitome of a one-and-done movie for me—and not even because of the kangaroo hunt sequence, though there is that—and honestly it sent me into kind of a spiral because in the seven and a half years since the video store where i worked closed i have spent thousands of dollars on (mostly) Blu-rays and (some) DVDs, the vast majority of which i have yet to watch, and i suspect a significant number of these will fall in that same category.

a lot of my acquisitive strategy has been “i would like to see that in decent quality, and i don’t know when i will get the chance if i don’t buy the disc, and it’s a good price, and unlike a stream it has resale value.” but over time access to decent quality streaming has seemed more limited, not less, and meanwhile the home video prices have shot up as it’s become a collector’s market. It’s like pre-9/11 Anchor Bay all over again, except that none of these new boutiques could ever manage to wrest a license for The Heartbreak Kid from Bristol-Myers Squibb.

partly this is simply one more thing to grapple with as i dig myself out of what took me a heck of a long time for someone who has been diagnosed with depression to realize was a depression. but i am realizing that i have over 5500 hours worth of movies and TV on disc and trying to figure out how to actually get the enjoyment out of it that i originally intended, instead of [counts UPCs] adding over 2000 items to a to-do list.

but also i worry, hmm, has this become a marginal system?