Frugal Fashion, Consignment Stores: Today’s Trends at Yesterday’s Prices

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Consignment stores are a treasure trove of fashion finds. Expect to pay anywhere between 40-70% off retail, but remember…designer labels come with large price tags even at consignment stores so you won’t likely find a Chanel purse for ten bucks – but you will find like-new clothing and accessories, some with the tags still on, at a fraction of the original cost.

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Frugalistas take note – Consignment stores offer today’s trends at yesterday’s prices.

The recession has hit the world economy hard – there’s not a segment of business that hasn’t been effected.  Even the seemingly recession-proof Vogue magazine has been hit by the economy, with internal memos being leaked asking executives to tone down their business expenses.  But Fall season is here and along with the crisp weather come new trends and the itch to add some key pieces to spice up the wardrobe.  What’s a girl to do?

The answer to all your fashion on a budget dilemmas is the consignment store.  Consignment stores have long been the hidden secret of the fashion elite.  After all, could a famous socialite or actress be photographed in the same outfit twice?  Never!  And what about that last pair of Prada MaryJanes just a half size too small but at a price to die for?  Well, that little tightness turned into agony that first time you wore them so….off to the consignment store.

Consignment stores are a treasure trove of fashion finds.  Expect to pay anywhere between 40-80% off retail, but remember…designer labels come with large price tags even at consignment stores so you won’t likely find a Chanel purse for ten bucks – but you will find like-new clothing and accessories, some with the tags still on, at a bargain price.

Carin Kirby of Consign of the Times in South Beach showed us a few of today’s trends and key pieces that can be found at her store at a fraction of their original cost:

Christian Louboutin shooties (Note the famous red soles)

Giuseppi Zanotti snakeskin gladiator pump

Trendy or classic – at consignment prices why not get both?  Louis Vuitton fringe hippie bucket and classic burgundy Chanel hobo

Louis Vuitton satchel with animal accents

Every woman needs a classic Chanel jacket – paired with a little black dress or jeans, the Chanel Jacket is timeless.

Photo Credits: Laine Doss

Consign of the Times is located at 1635 Jefferson Avenue Miami Beach, just off Lincoln Road or you can visit their wensite at www.consignofthetimes.com.

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