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Apparel | Resale

ACO Upscale Resale Shop
801 E. Main St., Allen, TX 75002
972 727-4751

ACO stands for the Allen Community Outreach, a United Way affiliate. What lies behind door No. 1 are some of the best buys on gently used items, from baby things to exercise equipment. It's the "Joy of the Hunt" that makes you want to uncover what's hiding behind every nook and cranny. Proceeds benefit Allen's Community Outreach programs, so it's all for a worthy cause. Merchandise moves fast. Donations, of course, are welcomed and always needed. So clean out those closets, garages, attics and donate to a worthy cause. Tax receipts provided with every donation.

Chic to Chic Designer Resale
7615 Campbell Rd., #110, Dallas, TX 75248
972 713-7733

Dancing Chic-to-Chic, you're sure to spot a real looker dressed to kill with something from this designer resale boutique. Since you only go around once, you might as well go for broke and look the part. Who would know that your wardrobe didn't start with you? After all, you've gone around the block more than once, too. Sizes 0 to 16 may be well worn, or should we say, "Worn well!" No one will ever know it's not new, except you. Let's make it our little secret, just Chic to Chic.

Clothes Circuit, The
6105 Sherry Lane, Dallas, TX 75225
214 696-8634

This is one "Decidedly Upscale Resale" shop and one of the best in Dallas. Automatic price-downs make it imperative to shop often. Sizes, unfortunately, are limited to unheard of 2s up to 14, but the upper limit is ever-growing and maternity clothes are making their appearance regularly now. The accessories department is world renowned-where else could you find the perfect accompaniment to carry off an entire social season? Since 1983, each day at least 50 or more consignors flock to Clothes Circuit with items (hundreds of them) to consign.

Clotheshorse Anonymous
1413 Preston Forest Sq., Dallas, TX 75230
972 233-7005

The Grande Dame of Dallas' resale shops holds quite the distinction of being worlds apart from other resale shops, not only in their ability to snare couturier labels from their stash of secret consignees, but because they have learned to create a chi-chi boutique atmosphere with gently worn clothes, accessories and some home décor. They've been written up in a myriad of national magazines and local venues over the years as the premier resale shop of clothes recycled from the rich and famous.

Double Exposure
6205 Sunset, Fort Worth, TX 76116
817 737-8038

Do a double take and double your pleasure. Double your savings. The name has changed, but the discounts haven't. Twice the selection of men's and women's clothing, but don't overlook other great finds. Cozy furnishings for the house are the beginnings to making your house a home. Mix in an eclectic collection of artwork, vases, books, candy dishes, mirrors and lamps. Unearth a treasure chest of jewelry, then go looking for the right shoes, purse and hat to coordinate with it all.

Fashions For Fractions Boutique
5554 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75235
214 630-5611

Love 'em or leave 'em, either way, you can be a winner. Turn those fashions loose and let them hang out here where they will be grabbed up to serve another purpose. From your closet to God's ears, there is much to be salvaged at the Salvation Army's thrift store, Fashions for Fractions. Taking on a new outlook in life, here's where you can get some of the best designer labels at a really low price. It's almost sacrilegious. Calculate the savings on clothing, sporting goods, housewares, exercise equipment, small appliances, wall decor and more.

Friends of the Family Thrift Store
1014 W. University, Denton, TX 76201
940 382-7273; Store 940 387-1750

Bet you even know someone who has been touched by violence? Victims need a fresh start and help and that is where Friends of the Family steps in with shelter first and then anything else that may be needed, from emotional and legal resources to furniture and clothing. With funds that are made via your donated items at their Thrift store, you will help in that effort. But if you really want to do yourself and your budget a favor, shop their thrift store. Doing good does make you feel good. Buying cheap is good, too.

Gavrel Furs
2735 W. 7th St., Fort Worth, TX 76107
817 335-3877

How can you tell that the furs aren't new? By the price, silly. No way can you buy new furs this cheap. Fort Worth is home to a lot of opportunities to dress up and look like the rich and famous. What began strictly as a storage and re-styling of furs, both contemporary and vintage, has turned into a place to find gorgeously restyled furs plus fur and cloth coats that didn't sell or sell out at specialty stores.

Genesis II
3419 Knight Street, Dallas, TX 75219
214 520-6644

Bring them your tired, your poor, your closets in dis-dress and make somebody happy. When God created the heavens, he also had a hand in creating Genesis II. Proceeds from this charitable collection of fashion dynasties make for wonderful fodder at society luncheons. Wow, what a wonderful cache of designer clothes-some new with the price tags still intact; others worn once, without a wrinkle in sight. Donations are accepted Monday through Friday 10 to 5 and Saturday 10 to 4:30.

My Secret Closet
17194 Preston Road, Suite 118, Dallas, TX 75248
972 267-1144

Did you know some women will fill their closets with expensive clothes that are hardly, if ever, worn? Well, now you do. And when they need more room, they unload here. Welcome to My Secret Closet-a secret can be kept only so long, you know. There comes a time when you just can't keep it "in" without bursting at the seams. Merchandise is divided into three distinct groups for casual, career and couture occasions. A never-worn market sample linen dress with ethnic embroidery was $24 so we grabbed it and forever held our peace. Amen!

Once Upon a Child
2311 Cross Timbers Road, #317, Flower Mound, TX 75028
972 874-0779

Once Upon A Child, there stood a great children's resale shop with racks and racks of great names. But remember, we were once upon a time children, too. Shelves were brimming with toys and infant accessories. Then one day, a big change took place and all the world decided to shop the resale way. But, at Once Upon a Child, there's no wait for your money. "Kid's stuff with previous experience" is welcomed and paid for up front-except for the new inventory discounted 20 percent.

ReThreads
12835 Preston Road, Suite 411, Dallas, TX 75230
972 233-9323

This is the place for tired wardrobes, clothes with lots of tread still left and many miles to go-especially men's. It's in. It's smart. Who cares? Whether you're buying or selling, this is an option to consider on the road to success. Consignment men's and women's apparel, shoes and accessories are jammed into rack after rack, waiting to ReTire to your closets. Buy them by the closets full; sell them by the closets full. Both ways, you'll come out a winner with twice as much for your money.

Revente-Ladies Upscale Resale
5400 E. Mockingbird Lane, Suite 113, Dallas, TX 75206
214 823-2800

There are no excuses not to shop ladies! Whether it's during a lunch break or a weekend layover, peek into the closets of Highland Park and see BCBG, Chanel, Dana Buchman, DKNY, Donna Karan, Ellen Tracy, Emanuel, Ferragamo, Ralph Lauren, St. John Knits and more. Don't shut your wallet until you've seen all the new and consigned accessories: Coach, Kate Spade (the real ones) and Prada handbags were in pristine condition waiting to be toted off into a new life. One will also find accessories such as jewelry, shoes, scarves, hats, and great smelling candles.

Sadie's Dry Goods, New and Used
432 N. Highway 377, Roanoke, TX 76262
817 490-0191

It doesn't get any better than this Sadie's who's quite the lady. All proceeds benefit Metroport Meals On Wheels and what a stash that'll save you cash including the flash of decor panache. Donations accepted Mon-Sat 9:30-5 though the store is closed to the public on Mondays.